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      Season 1 – The Deuce

      2017 Drama List
      93% 202 Reviews Tomatometer 86% 500+ Ratings Audience Score Created by George Pelecanos and David Simon, who also collaborated on HBO's "The Wire" and "Treme," the semifictional drama series "The Deuce" tells of the germination of the sex-trade industry in the heart of New York's Times Square. It's the early 1970s, and the porn business begins a shift from organized crime-backed parlors to a legitimate, culturally accepted enterprise. A cast of barkeeps, prostitutes, pimps, police and nightlife seekers centers around twins Vincent and Frankie Martino (James Franco, in a dual role), who navigate the sex business after meeting well-connected mobster Rudy Pipilo. Their storyline, among others, merges with that of prostitute Candy, whose ambition and intelligence lead her to a more prominent role in the industry. Read More Read Less Watch on Fandango at Home Premiered Dec 18 Buy Now

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      Critics Consensus

      The Deuce again demonstrates David Simon's masterful grasp of urban grit, while never losing detailed sight of its colorful characters.

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      Brad Newsome Sydney Morning Herald The oppressive male menace that so pervades shows like Top of the Lake is almost entirely absent. Mar 30, 2018 Full Review Sarah Hughes Guardian This generosity of spirit is the show's greatest gift. Where other series use sex as titillation, The Deuce prefers to examine the nature of desire, both fantasy and reality. Dec 29, 2017 Full Review Hugo Rifkind Times (UK) The Deuce is violent and sexy, but also carries just enough social commentary to let you tell yourself you're watching the violence and sex for utterly worthy purposes. Dec 29, 2017 Full Review Rhys Tarling Isolated Nation There's a boundless sense of style and intrigue right from the word go that makes this worth your time to check out. Sep 27, 2019 Full Review Alberto Carlos Espinof My biggest problem with 'The Deuce' is that, once the pilot is finished, the story itself doesn't convince you to keep watching it. [Full Review in Spanish] Aug 12, 2019 Full Review Hayley Campbell GQ Magazine [UK] The Deuce may be the best thing David Simon's given us since The Wire. Jul 9, 2019 Full Review Read all reviews

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      Gareth v A gritty and at times brutal telling of Times Square, New York in the 1970's and the rise of porn industry. Tightly written, and led by some standout performances. One of 2017's best shows. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 06/28/23 Full Review Doug B Rewatched after catching up with S2 and S3, there is a lot of fun and joy in this season, despite how deep and dark the subject matter. Even though I don't love the following seasons as much, may be in top 10 shows of all time. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/05/23 Full Review Sanjay N Really great series...the way you connect with the characters see how the evolve and at the same time witness the history of New York..... Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/25/22 Full Review Audience Member I knew about the Gorgeous Ladies Of Wrestling before and was a fan of Marc Marion's anyway. That being said, this is more entertaining than one might expect. One need not be a fan of any kind of wrestling but it helps. Flawed characters but you will root for them one minute and throw your hands up others. If you don't want to see strong, flawed women, don't bother. Otherwise, tag in and watch it. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Audience Member F@cking D.S. knows how to tell a story and expose the truth. Glad i m around to see his work Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review jack z The Deuce is dense and almost mythically fascinating; in other words, it's a perfect -- albeit bleak -- representation of 1970s New York City. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 03/30/23 Full Review Read all reviews Post a rating

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      Episode 1 Aired Sep 10, 2017 Pilot Twin brothers Vincent and Frankie Martino navigate their way through the rough-and-tumble world of 1971 Times Square; Vincent crosses paths with other midtown denizens while plotting to improve his situation; Abby gets enlisted to buy amphetamines. Details Episode 2 Aired Sep 17, 2017 Show and Prove Vincent moves into a seedy hotel and contemplates an offer from mob capo Rudy Pipilo; Bobby hopes to take advantage of Vincent's new connections; filmmaking intrigues Candy; C.C. shows Lori the benefits of having a pimp; Larry feels unsettled. Details Episode 3 Aired Sep 24, 2017 The Principle Is All The appearance of an unexpected partner surprises Vincent; Rudy buys into a rival's plan to reconfigure the Deuce; Candy considers entering the filmmaking business; Abby languishes in her new job; Darlene works overtime to compensate Larry. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 1, 2017 I See Money Rudy dangles a lucrative offer in front of Vincent; Longo restores order among Bobby's unhappy construction workers; Candy attracts unwanted attention; Paul questions his place at the Hi-Hat; Frankie hits a hot streak; Darlene gets a gift from Abby. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 8, 2017 What Kind of Bad? Bobby tries to change Vincent's mind about Rudy's offer; Darlene returns from a trip home with a new girl; Candy contemplates a change of careers; Paul explores the underbelly of gay life in the city; Sandra scores a key interview. Details Episode 6 Aired Oct 15, 2017 Why Me? An end-of-year crackdown by police in and around The Deuce sparks Vincent and Bobby; Candy tries to persuade Harvey that she can do more than act; Rudy enlists Frankie and Big Mike to protect his interests. Details Episode 7 Aired Oct 22, 2017 Au Reservoir With police pushing their business off the streets, the pimps worry about becoming obsolete; Candy eyes a different job on Harvey's set; Lori struggles with the demands of porn acting; Ashley spends time with Frankie; Alston is singled out. Details Episode 8 Aired Oct 29, 2017 My Name Is Ruby Vincent balks at getting in deeper with Rudy; Candy gets a taste of directing; Alston finds himself in limbo at his precinct; Abby changes up the Hi-Hat's clientele; Sandra faces editorial and legal hurdles; Vincent settles a score. Details

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      Brad Newsome Sydney Morning Herald The oppressive male menace that so pervades shows like Top of the Lake is almost entirely absent. Mar 30, 2018 Full Review Sarah Hughes Guardian This generosity of spirit is the show's greatest gift. Where other series use sex as titillation, The Deuce prefers to examine the nature of desire, both fantasy and reality. Dec 29, 2017 Full Review Hugo Rifkind Times (UK) The Deuce is violent and sexy, but also carries just enough social commentary to let you tell yourself you're watching the violence and sex for utterly worthy purposes. Dec 29, 2017 Full Review Rhys Tarling Isolated Nation There's a boundless sense of style and intrigue right from the word go that makes this worth your time to check out. Sep 27, 2019 Full Review Alberto Carlos Espinof My biggest problem with 'The Deuce' is that, once the pilot is finished, the story itself doesn't convince you to keep watching it. [Full Review in Spanish] Aug 12, 2019 Full Review Hayley Campbell GQ Magazine [UK] The Deuce may be the best thing David Simon's given us since The Wire. Jul 9, 2019 Full Review Read all reviews

      Season Info

      Director
      Michelle MacLaren, James Franco, Ernest R. Dickerson, Alex Hall, Roxann Dawson, Uta Briesewitz
      Creator
      George Pelecanos, David Simon
      Executive Producer
      George Pelecanos, David Simon, James Franco, Nina Kostroff-Noble
      Screenwriter
      George Pelecanos, Richard Price, David Simon, Megan Abbott, Will Ralston, Marc Henry Johnson, Lisa Lutz, Chris Yakaitis
      Network
      HBO
      Rating
      TV-MA
      Genre
      Drama
      Original Language
      English
      Release Date
      Sep 10, 2017