American Primeval

"AMERICAN PRIMEVAL shares an atmosphere similar to THE REVENANT, which was a thrilling #survivalist revenge tale, but this #miniseries about the birth of the American West is relentlessly #brutal and #grim. Like The Revenant, it captures the harshness of nature and human cruelty but absolutely refuses to shy away from #graphic scenes. Viewers seeking a #visceral, #raw, and #realistic depiction of the era may find it compelling, but for me, it leaned too hard into its grim edge. I was hoping for something a little more tame or romanticized, yet still gritty and entertaining, like HELL ON WHEELS or 1883. That said, I know there are some folks who’ll enjoy this #gory #western #thriller, and the performances by Betty Gilpin and Taylor Kitsch were genuinely impressive—they brought much-needed depth to this brutal world. ⭐️6.7/10⭐️"

"A bleak tale of inhospitable conditions in the American West. Grim and dreary, with very little to smile about. This 6 episode series is interesting but almost depressing to watch. 1857 on the American frontier depicts the harsh and brutal environment where very few have grace and compassion. The only goal is to survive. A hard watch but well done. 8/10"

"Not bad. Like Deadwood and 1883, it shows how hard life was during the westward expansion. Berg should have just went ahead and shot it in black and white because the scenes are all as bleak, gray, dirty and depressing as the story. There’s no comedic relief or respite from the hardships and violence, and nothing good comes at the end. The Mormon’s are fired up about Brigham Young’s negative portrayal. But no one prosperous was innocent back then. And yet again, another example of how the natives were brutalized and wronged. So, not fun times. "

"Not a bad show, its just not for me. Love Betty Gilpin"

"WAAYYY to graphic and unnecessarily violent. Actors were good (hence the two stars) but just depressing as anything. "

"Phenomenal series! Acting is superb and cast was amazing! It’s a little violent for my taste but I understand that this was the way of life back then. I have to say tho, Sarah got on my damn nerves and wished she listened to what she was told. I hope it gets another season! So good!"

"Woooowie! This was outstanding! This miniseries had a way of placing you in the show. This isn’t for the weak.. it’s deep, gruesome and heartbreaking. Very much so real. The acting, the portrayal.. just everything. Wow! You need utter silence and no distractions for this. 6 episodes packed full, from start to finish. If you’re looking for happy go lucky, this is not the viewing for you. 10/10! 🙌🏼"

"It has everything a miniseries needs to have. The story, the casting, the acting and the setting were really great. I am not sure if it is historically accurate but it has a lot of great elements about that period of time. Fun to watch if you are into time pieces, action and adventure shows. Quick watch."

"A series of unfortunate events (Mormon Edition) #1800s #gritty #tortureporn #WildWest "

"Good show. Great acting. Like the others said , I’m not quite sure of the accuracy, but it’s engaging. I was quite rooting for Jacob’s wife, to have an happy ending. I could tell in the beginning she just wasn’t happy within the society she lived. If they do a second season, I hope they keep it engaging for the viewers. "