Synopsis
The epic story of post-Civil War America, focusing on Cullen Bohannon, a Confederate soldier who sets out to exact revenge on the Union soldiers who killed his wife. His journey takes him west to Hell on Wheels, a dangerous, raucous, lawless melting pot of a town that travels with and services the construction of the first transcontinental railroad, an engineering feat unprecedented for its time.
Episodes
1
PilotA former confederate soldier journeys to the transcontinental railroad to seek vengeance.45m2
Immoral MathematicsLily encounters natives in the wilderness. Cullen is questioned in regards to his recent actions against others. Meanwhile, Durant continues his push for political gain through his persuasions.42m3
A New Birth of FreedomWhen Lily goes missing, Durant organizes a search party. A subsidiary request prevents Cullen from his continued search for the sergeant involved in the murder of his wife.43m4
Jamais je ne t'oublieraiCullen's search for the sergeant nears its end; Durant keeps to his hidden agenda while assisting in Lily's recuperation.43m5
Bread and CircusesA bare-knuckle brouhaha between Elam and Cullen is spurred by Durant's latest attempt to deal with the railroad's financial crisis.43m6
Pride, Pomp and CircumstanceDurant challenges the Cheyenne to a competition in an effort to bring a halt to ongoing negotiations. Meanwhile, Elam and Cullen try to prevent bloodshed in town.42m7
RevelationsWith Elam's life in the balance, Cullen must decide how much he’s willing to risk. Meanwhile Durant faces financial ruin as Lily confronts the family of her late husband.43m8
DerailedDurant dispatches Cullen and Elam on a mission of vengeance. Lily struggles to find her place.43m9
TimshelA looming railroad deadline throws Cullen and Lily together; Joseph and Elam deal with what their violent mission has wrought.43m10
God of ChaosIn the Season 1 finale, Cullen's past and future collide, impacting his life on the railroad.42m
PilotA former confederate soldier journeys to the transcontinental railroad to seek vengeance.45m2Immoral MathematicsLily encounters natives in the wilderness. Cullen is questioned in regards to his recent actions against others. Meanwhile, Durant continues his push for political gain through his persuasions.42m3A New Birth of FreedomWhen Lily goes missing, Durant organizes a search party. A subsidiary request prevents Cullen from his continued search for the sergeant involved in the murder of his wife.43m4Jamais je ne t'oublieraiCullen's search for the sergeant nears its end; Durant keeps to his hidden agenda while assisting in Lily's recuperation.43m5Bread and CircusesA bare-knuckle brouhaha between Elam and Cullen is spurred by Durant's latest attempt to deal with the railroad's financial crisis.43m6Pride, Pomp and CircumstanceDurant challenges the Cheyenne to a competition in an effort to bring a halt to ongoing negotiations. Meanwhile, Elam and Cullen try to prevent bloodshed in town.42m7RevelationsWith Elam's life in the balance, Cullen must decide how much he’s willing to risk. Meanwhile Durant faces financial ruin as Lily confronts the family of her late husband.43m8DerailedDurant dispatches Cullen and Elam on a mission of vengeance. Lily struggles to find her place.43m9TimshelA looming railroad deadline throws Cullen and Lily together; Joseph and Elam deal with what their violent mission has wrought.43m10God of ChaosIn the Season 1 finale, Cullen's past and future collide, impacting his life on the railroad.42mCast
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