With an ever-growing number of TV channels and streaming services, finding a new show to watch can be overwhelming. However, a forgotten but highly-rated drama series from 2016, consisting of just eight episodes, can be binged in a single day.
What Is Quarry?
Quarry is a crime drama set in 1970s Memphis, Tennessee, following a Vietnam War veteran forced into becoming a hitman. The show stars Logan Marshall-Green as Lloyd McKinnon 'Mac' Conway Jr., alongside Jodi Balfour, Damon Herriman, Edoardo Ballerini, Nikki Amuka-Bird, Aoibhinn McGinnity, Mustafa Shakir, and Peter Mullan.
Why Watch It?
Recommended on X by user @sonnysehra, who has over 11,000 followers, Quarry is praised for its gripping narrative and atmospheric setting. It is particularly recommended for fans of crime dramas such as True Detective and The Wire. Despite being cancelled after one season due to low viewership, it has garnered a cult following and a 78% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
- One reviewer called it "One of the greatest shows I've ever seen," comparing it favourably to the first season of True Detective.
- Another viewer wrote: "Season one was one of the best shows I have watched in a while and leaves you wanting more. It's unfortunate that it only got one season."
- Some fans noted the show's loose adaptation of Max Allan Collins' novels, but still enjoyed it overall.
Where to Stream
Quarry is available to stream on NOW TV and HBO Max, and episodes can also be purchased on Apple TV.
Critic and Audience Reception
While many viewers lamented the show's short run, calling it a "gem" that deserved more seasons, some critics were less impressed. One reviewer stated: "Neither the writers, director or actors understand the Vietnam era. This is a waste of time!" However, the overwhelming consensus is that Quarry is a hidden gem worth discovering.
