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‘Manhunt’ Episode 4 Preview: John Wilkes Booth persists on his journey to Richmond despite obstacles

'Manhunt' follows Edwin Stanton, Abraham Lincoln's secretary of war, as he hunts down John Wilkes Booth

Contains spoilers for 'Manhunt' Episode 3 and speculations for Episode 4

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: 'Manhunt' Episode 3 officially premiered on Apple TV+ on Friday, March 22, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the release date of the next episode.

Adapted from James L Swanson's bestseller, ‘Manhunt: The 12-Day Chase for Lincoln's Killer’, the Apple TV+'s series portrays the intense pursuit of John Wilkes Booth, the assassin of President Abraham Lincoln, in the aftermath of the assassination.

In 'Manhunt' Episode 3, viewers witness John Wilkes Booth (Anthony Boyle) meticulously planning his journey to Richmond, the capital of the Confederacy.

'Manhunt' Episode 4 might delve even deeper into Booth's journey to Richmond and his consequential involvement in political activities, promising to set the stage for significant plot developments

When will ‘Manhunt’ Episode 4 air?

'Manhunt' Episode 4, titled 'The Secret Line,' will start streaming on Apple TV+ on Friday, March 29.

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What to expect in ‘Manhunt’ Episode 4?

In 'Manhunt' Episode 3, Booth encountered a Confederate spy named Sam Cox, who offered to aid him in his journey.

Driven by a fervent ambition to secure a place in history as a revered figure among Confederate sympathizers, Booth firmly believes that Richmond will bestow upon him the recognition and acclaim he craves.

In 'Manhunt' Episode 4, Booth may persist in his journey to Richmond, despite encountering various obstacles. 

In Episode 3, viewers witnessed a minor disagreement between Booth and David Herold (Will Harrison) when Herold declined to shoot the horse, in contrast to Booth's actions.

The upcoming episode may explore Booth's motivations and ambitions, focusing particularly on his interactions with Herold.

Viewers may also gain a deeper understanding of Booth's motivations and the extent of his commitment to the Confederate cause. 

As the manhunt for Booth intensifies, Edwin Stanton (Tobias Menzies) may also become increasingly dedicated to the task.

‘Manhunt’ Episode 3 is now streaming on AppleTV+