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Love & Death 2023

“Not every dream has a perfect ending.”

★ 7.8/10 · 486 votes TV-MA CrimeDrama 1 seasons · 7 eps Ended
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What is Love & Death?

Love & Death is a television series that premiered in 2023, focusing on the lives of two married couples in a small Texas town. The show centers on Candy and Pat Montgomery, and Betty and Allan Gore, who are portrayed as devout churchgoing residents living seemingly ordinary lives in their close-knit community.

Type
TV series
Year
2023
Status
Ended
Episodes
7
First aired
Apr 27, 2023
Last aired
May 25, 2023
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
HBO Max, Max
Genres
Crime, Drama
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Love & Death is a television series that premiered in 2023, focusing on the lives of two married couples in a small Texas town. The show centers on Candy and Pat Montgomery, and Betty and Allan Gore, who are portrayed as devout churchgoing residents living seemingly ordinary lives in their close-knit community. The series explores the dynamics of their relationships and the social fabric of their small town setting. The narrative takes a dramatic turn when an extramarital affair disrupts the couples' stable existence, leading to violent consequences involving an axe. The show examines themes of morality, religious faith, marriage, and the potential for darkness beneath seemingly peaceful suburban surfaces. Set against the backdrop of small town Texas life, the series contrasts the couples' religious observance with the moral complexities that emerge in their personal relationships. The program delves into how intimate betrayals can escalate into tragic violence within tight-knit communities.

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Should you watch it?

“Two churchgoing couples in small-town Texas face dire consequences after an extramarital affair turns deadly.”

Reasons to watch
  • compelling character dynamics
  • based on true events
Keep in mind
  • slow pacing
  • heavy subject matter

Watch it if you enjoy true-crime dramas exploring the dark side of small-town life.

The series contains mature themes and depictions of violence.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the genre?

The series is a true-crime drama.

When was it released?

The series was released in 2023.

What is the plot about?

It follows two churchgoing couples whose lives are upended by an affair and a violent act.

Where is the story set?

The story takes place in a small town in Texas.

Is it based on a true story?

Yes, the series is based on true events.