For Blood or Money
A fugitive named Clinton Moss is on the run; Raylan intervenes.
"For Blood or Money" is the fourth episode of the second season of the American Neo-Western television series Justified, and the 17th overall episode. It was written by co-producer Wendy Calhoun and directed by John Dahl, and originally aired on FX on March 2, 2011. The episode is based on Elmore Leonard's stories about the character Raylan Givens, particularly "Fire in the Hole."
Quick Facts
- Series
- Justified
- Season
- 2
- Episode
- 4
- Airdate
- 2011-03-02
- Length
- 39 minutes
- Director
- John Dahl
- Writer
- Wendy Calhoun
- Photographer
- Francis Kenny
- Editor
- Bill Johnson
- Season Article
- Justified (season 2)
- Episode List
- List of Justified episodes
- Prev
- The I of the Storm
Facts from the source article.
Lore & Background
In the episode, Raylan tracks a fugitive named Clinton Moss, who is not related to Rachel. The episode also advances the Bennett family storyline, with Raylan visiting their picnic to ask about robbers, and Mags reacting angrily. Boyd is approached by Kyle with a business offer, which he initially declines but later shows interest in after Kyle describes a plan that could make them look like heroes.
Reader's Guide
The episode was seen by an estimated 2.64 million household viewers and gained a 1.0/3 ratings share among adults aged 18–49, according to Nielsen Media Research. This was a slight increase from the previous episode. "For Blood or Money" received positive reviews from critics, who praised the character development, emotional tone, and performances, especially that of Erica Tazel. Critics noted the episode's balance of serialized and standalone elements, and its deepening of Rachel's character.
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