Justified

The show follows U.S. Marshal Raylan Givens, a modern-day lawman with a 19th-century mentality, portrayed by Timothy Olyphant. He enforces justice in his own unconventional way, which often puts him at odds with his superiors and local criminals. His character is deeply defined by his Appalachian roots.

The crime drama is primarily set in the Appalachian mountains of eastern Kentucky and the city of Lexington. This rural, mountainous setting deeply influences the culture, characters, and criminal elements Raylan Givens encounters. The environment serves as a character in its own right throughout the series.

The series is heavily based on the crime fiction of Elmore Leonard, specifically featuring the character Raylan Givens from his short stories. The show's writers worked hard to capture Leonard's distinct dialogue and gritty storytelling style. Timothy Olyphant's performance perfectly embodies Leonard's vision of the marshal.

The original series ran for six highly acclaimed seasons on the FX network. Following its conclusion, the story was recently continued in a limited sequel series titled 'Justified: City Primeval.' The original six seasons focused entirely on Raylan's battles in the Appalachian mountains.