'Manhunt' finale garners massive praise, fans demand Emmy nominations for Anthony Boyle and Tobias Menzies

'Manhunt' depicts Edwin Stanton's pursuit of John Wilkes Booth, who was responsible for assassinating President Abraham Lincoln
Calls for Emmy nominations for Anthony Boyle and Tobias Menzies intensify as fans praise their performances in 'Manhunt' (@AppleTV+)
Calls for Emmy nominations for Anthony Boyle and Tobias Menzies intensify as fans praise their performances in 'Manhunt' (@AppleTV+)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: The last episode of Apple TV+'s historical drama series, 'Manhunt', aired on Friday, April 19, marking the conclusion of the series.

'Manhunt', which chronicles the pursuit of John Wilkes Booth (Anthony Boyle) by Edwin Stanton (Tobias Menzies), has been lauded for its immersive storytelling.

Fans have been effusive in their praise for the show's gripping storyline, stellar performances, and meticulous attention to historical detail.

Fans rave over 'Manhunt' finale, calling it a must-watch series

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Anthony Boyle as John Wilkes Booth in a still from 'Manhunt' (@AppleTV+)

'Manhunt' has struck a chord with audiences, who have eagerly shared their enthusiasm and appreciation for the series on social media platform X.

A fan wrote, "The show was absolutely AMAZING!!! The acting was OUTSTANDING." While another fan said, "Wow, that ending to Manhunt was so moving."



 



 

Another fan expressed the belief that 'Manhunt' deserves numerous awards, describing it as amazing.



 

A fan praised Tobias Menzies for his acting in 'Manhunt' by saying, "Tobias Menzies you are so talented in #manhunt it is moving me well done sir." While another fan said, "The final episode of Manhunt on @AppleTV+. I knew Stanton died just after his appointment to Supreme Court, but I had not expected this to be included in the series. This series deserves all the awards."



 



 

It appears that the admiration for Menzies' performance knows no bounds, as another fan said, "Watched the finale of Manhunt.. wonderfully done .. hopefully @TobiasMenzies

would be nominated for another Emmy or Golden Globes for his Portrayal of Edwin Stanton… this as leading actor…"



 

Another fan demanded a new season by saying, "Going to need a manhunt season 2 where they show Stanton holed up in his office for 3 years working to defeat Johnson. So wild. Stunning performance by Tobias Menzies."



 

Another fan couldn't stop praising 'Manhunt' finale, saying, "Good Lord what a finale, what a history lesson, what a series, what a trial, what a cast. I’m as blown away with the ending, as I was with the beginning. Gonna binge & try figuring out what those missing 18 pages from the diary were Manhunt Watch on Appletv+."



 

Another fan said, "Both Anthony Boyle and Tobias Menzies need Emmy noms because damn! Manhunt."



 

'Manhunt' trailer



 

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