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Season 1 – Goliath

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Once a powerful lawyer, Billy McBride is now a washed up ambulance chaser, who spends more time in bars than the courtroom. When Billy reluctantly agrees to pursue a wrongful death lawsuit against the massive law firm he helped create, a vast and deadly conspiracy comes to light. Billy and his team end up in a life-or-death trial against the ultimate foe, which could end up helping Billy find redemption and exact revenge on the firm. The Amazon original series is created by David E. Kelley and Jonathan Shapiro.
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Goliath — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

Compelling performances from an excellent cast -- led by standout Billy Bob Thornton -- propel David E. Kelley's Goliath into must-watch TV territory.

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Sarah Kennedy Observer Dec 14, 2016
If you're struggling with all the sci-fi weirdness of Westworld and never quite got Orphan Black, you will love the straightforward thrills of Goliath. Go to Full Review Emily St. James Vox Oct 17, 2016
3.5/5
Goliath's commitment to the way TV used to be made, with just enough allowance for how shows are made now, has offered up a best-of-both-worlds scenario. Go to Full Review Inkoo Kang MTV Oct 17, 2016
Cheesy and crotchety and lazily populist, Goliath is more CBS dad show than Amazon awards bait. Streaming now on the latter, it feels like a throwback - and not in the good way. Go to Full Review Kiera Allen Daily Journal (Kankakee, IL) Aug 27, 2018
Each episode closes with a twist. Whether that twist is big or small, it gives viewers just enough of a push to want to continue disentangling something that runs a bit deeper than your average court case. Go to Full Review Jade Budowski Decider Dec 20, 2017
[Billy Bob Thornton] carries each scene, trope-laden as they may be (the drinking problem, the cheesy one-liners) with an effortless swagger that's both engaging and exciting. Go to Full Review Melissa Camacho Common Sense Media Nov 22, 2016
4/5
Compelling, gritty crime series has nudity, cursing, drugs. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Linda V @winslow1951 Sep 5, 2026 Excellent writing and acting See more Craig B @Boundsy Apr 8, 2026 Fantastic series led by the always dependable Billy Bob Thornton. Great support cast as well. See more Anthony M. @Cobblepot15 Mar 15, 2026 If you’re looking for a legal drama that swaps the polished hallways of Suits for the gritty, sun-drenched dive bars of Santa Monica, Season 1 of Goliath is a masterclass in atmosphere and character study. While many legal procedurals focus on the "case of the week," Goliath Season 1 is a slow-burn prestige drama that feels more like a modern Western. It’s a classic David vs. Goliath story, but the "David" in this scenario is armed with a flask of Jameson and a deep-seated grudge. See more Daniel L @Hotchopeppa Jan 24, 2026 Love love love the first season. The character development is great and the courtroom battles are entertaining. It's basically a gruff version of suits. Great fun. See more Devra B. @DeeBee27 Jan 7, 2026 This is one of my all time favorite series. Seasons 2 and 3 got low audience reviews here on RT, not sure why—I thought they were excellent. See more Thomas A @RT51641828 Aug 5, 2025 Performances are good. Needs editing. Watched five episodes so far, could've been done in 1 and a half - or maybe a 2 hour movie. Sorry, this isn't a world I want to immerse myself in for multiple episodes. See more Read all reviews
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David E. Kelley

Creator

Jonathan Shapiro

Creator

Lawrence Trilling

Director

Anthony Hemingway

Director

Billy Bob Thornton

Billy McBride

Tania Raymonde

Brittany Gold

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Oct 14, 2016 Of Mice and Men When a washed-up attorney agrees to take on a wrongful death suit against his former firm, he gets a chance at redemption. Details Episode 2 Aired Oct 14, 2016 Pride and Prejudice Billy races to get his lawsuit into court -- by any means necessary. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 14, 2016 Game On Billy only has one day to assemble a compelling offer of proof or the lawsuit will be dismissed. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 14, 2016 It's Donald Discovery begins, which unearths a stunning piece of evidence that threatens to unravel Billy's theory. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 14, 2016 Cover Your Ass As both sides start their depositions, secret emerge that could destroy everyone involved. Details Episode 6 Aired Oct 14, 2016 Line of Fire Billy must go to great lengths to secure physical evidence and preserve the credibility of his witness. Details Episode 7 Aired Oct 14, 2016 Beauty and the Beast With danger around every corner, Billy must choose between going directly to trial or taking his luck with a continuance. Details Episode 8 Aired Oct 14, 2016 Citizens United As former partners and friends face each other in court, the trial comes to a close. Details

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Season Info

Director
Lawrence Trilling, Anthony Hemingway
Creator
David E. Kelley, Jonathan Shapiro
Executive Producer
David E. Kelley, Jonathan Shapiro, Ross Fineman, Lawrence Trilling, David Semel
Screenwriter
Jonathan Shapiro, David E. Kelley
Network
Prime Video
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Crime, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Oct 14, 2016
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