Manhattan

2014 • WGN America
4.7
437 reviews
TV-14
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Season 1 episodes (14)

1 Manhattan - Manhattan
7/13/14
Set during WWII in Los Alamos, New Mexico, secrets dominate every facet of family and professional life as scientists Frank Winter and Charlie Isaacs compete to create the world's first atomic bomb.
2 The Prisoner's Dilemma
8/2/14
Frank's attempt to save his team brings serious consequences. The scientists' wives find creative ways to survive life on The Hill.
3 The Hive
8/9/14
The community reels after losing a member, while new security measures affect the scientists' work.
4 Last Reasoning of Kings
8/17/14
When Babbit's past comes back to haunt him, Frank clashes with Charlie to protect his mentor.
5 A New Approach to Quantum Cosmology
8/23/14
Frank seeks medical answers. Charlie and Helen travel to survey an off-site reactor.
6 Acceptable Limits
8/30/14
Frank seeks medical answers. Charlie and Helen travel to survey an off-site reactor.
7 Acceptable Limits: Part Two
9/6/14
Helen and Charlie must solve a crisis at the reactor. Frank and Liza help Paloma's family. Abby begins a journey of self-discovery.
8 The Gift of the Magi
9/13/14
Charlie and Frank both face serious questions about the future of their projects.
9 Spooky Action at a Distance
9/20/14
Charlie and Frank are forced to work together for the good of the project. When they run into a problem, Frank turns to an unconventional resource.
10 The Understudy
9/28/14
The Implosion group overcomes another hurdle with help from Charlie's past. An unexpected visitor to The Hill raises suspicions about Frank.
11 Tangier
10/4/14
A development overseas re-invigorates the hunt for a spy on The Hill. Charlie and Abby make a sacrifice when the plan with Frank is threatened.
12 The Gun Model
10/12/14
Akley becomes vulnerable when he tries to fix Thin Man's shortcomings.
13 Perestroika
10/19/14
Frank is given a life-changing opportunity, while Charlie finds himself in the US Army's hotseat.
101 First Look
7/13/14
Take a first look at the highly anticipated drama series, Manhattan, with writer and creator Sam Shaw and director Thomas Schlamme.

About this show

Set in Los Alamos, Manhattan follows the scientists tasked to build the world's first atomic bomb and the secrets that infiltrate every aspect of their lives and their families lives.

Ratings and reviews

4.7
437 reviews
A Google user
April 5, 2016
This is probably one of my all time favorite shows. Amazing acting, compelling writing, and the historic significance behind the plot create an absolute masterpiece! I'd recommend it to just about anyone.
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Mark Patton
August 4, 2014
History of the atomic weapon, its pros n cons, all told in a gripping fashion. Molding our history into entertainment. For intelligent viewers only :)
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Faith First
December 23, 2014
Best new show... Reminds me of how I use to feel when I was watching Breaking Bad. Perfect cast and even better story. Hope we see a second season! I'll be waiting with my Geiger counter in hand!
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