TV series
All roads lead to hell.
The epic story of post-Civil War America, focusing on Cullen Bohannon, a Confederate soldier who sets out to exact revenge on the Union soldiers who killed his wife. His journey takes him west to Hell on Wheels, a dangerous, raucous, lawless melting pot of a town that travels with and services the construction of the first transcontinental railroad, an engineering feat unprecedented for its time.
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Checked Sep 1, 2026
Hell on Wheels is available to stream on AMC+, AMC+ Amazon Channel, DirecTV On Demand, Lionsgate+ (Via Amazon Prime), Paramount+, Paramount+ (Via Amazon Prime), Paramount+ (Via Apple TV), Philo, Spectrum On Demand, Plex, The Roku Channel, and Xumo Play in United States. You can also rent or buy it from Google Play, Amazon, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home. Use the direct links below to open the provider.
The epic story of post-Civil War America, focusing on Cullen Bohannon, a Confederate soldier who sets out to exact revenge on the Union soldiers who killed his wife. His journey takes him west to Hell on Wheels, a dangerous, raucous, lawless melting pot of a town that travels with and services the construction of the first transcontinental railroad, an engineering feat unprecedented for its time.
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Episode 1
A former confederate soldier journeys to the transcontinental railroad to seek vengeance.
Directed by David Von AnckenWritten by Tony Gayton, Joe GaytonGuest stars Ted Levine, Jesse Lipscombe, Gerald Auger, Ian Tracey
Episode 2
Lily encounters natives in the wilderness. Cullen is questioned in regards to his recent actions against others. Meanwhile, Durant continues his push for political gain through his persuasions.
Directed by David Von AnckenWritten by Tony Gayton, Joe GaytonGuest stars Christopher Heyerdahl, Bruce Ramsay, Ian Tracey, Diego Diablo Del Mar
Episode 3
When Lily goes missing, Durant organizes a search party. A subsidiary request prevents Cullen from his continued search for the sergeant involved in the murder of his wife.
Directed by Phil AbrahamWritten by John ShibanGuest stars Robin McLeavy, Christopher Heyerdahl, Dohn Norwood, Ian Tracey, Diego Diablo Del Mar, Duncan Ollerenshaw
Episode 4
Cullen's search for the sergeant nears its end; Durant keeps to his hidden agenda while assisting in Lily's recuperation.
Directed by Alex ZakrzewskiWritten by Jami O'Brien, Jamie Linck O'BrienGuest stars Robin McLeavy, Christopher Heyerdahl, Dohn Norwood, Ian Tracey, Diego Diablo Del Mar, Duncan Ollerenshaw
Episode 5
A bare-knuckle brouhaha between Elam and Cullen is spurred by Durant's latest attempt to deal with the railroad's financial crisis.
Directed by Adam DavidsonWritten by Mark RichardGuest stars Robin McLeavy, Christopher Heyerdahl, Dohn Norwood, Kasha Kropinski, Wes Studi, Gerald Auger, Diego Diablo Del Mar, Duncan Ollerenshaw
Episode 6
Durant challenges the Cheyenne to a competition in an effort to bring a halt to ongoing negotiations. Meanwhile, Elam and Cullen try to prevent bloodshed in town.
Directed by Michael SlovisWritten by Bruce Marshall RomansGuest stars Robin McLeavy, Christopher Heyerdahl, Dohn Norwood, Kasha Kropinski, Wes Studi, Diego Diablo Del Mar, Sharon Taylor, Duncan Ollerenshaw
Episode 7
With Elam's life in the balance, Cullen must decide how much he’s willing to risk. Meanwhile Durant faces financial ruin as Lily confronts the family of her late husband.
Directed by Michelle MacLarenWritten by Tony Gayton, Joe GaytonGuest stars Robin McLeavy, Christopher Heyerdahl, Dohn Norwood, Ian Tracey, Diego Diablo Del Mar, Duncan Ollerenshaw, Rob Hay
Episode 8
Durant dispatches Cullen and Elam on a mission of vengeance. Lily struggles to find her place.
Directed by David Von AnckenWritten by Mark RichardGuest stars Robin McLeavy, Christopher Heyerdahl, Kasha Kropinski, Gerald Auger, Colin A. Campbell, Ty Olsson
Episode 9
A looming railroad deadline throws Cullen and Lily together; Joseph and Elam deal with what their violent mission has wrought.
Directed by John ShibanWritten by John ShibanGuest stars Robin McLeavy, Christopher Heyerdahl, Kasha Kropinski, Wes Studi, Duncan Ollerenshaw, Gerald Auger, James Dugan, Ty Olsson
Episode 10
In the Season 1 finale, Cullen's past and future collide, impacting his life on the railroad.
Directed by David Von AnckenWritten by Tony Gayton, Joe GaytonGuest stars Robin McLeavy, Christopher Heyerdahl, Dohn Norwood, Kasha Kropinski, Duncan Ollerenshaw, Ian Kilburn, Brad Lindberg
Episode information updated Sep 19, 2026
Anson MountCullen Bohannan
Colm MeaneyThomas 'Doc' Durant
Robin McLeavyEva
CommonElam Ferguson
Dominique McElligottLily Bell
Christopher HeyerdahlThe Swede
Jennifer FerrinLouise Ellison
Phil BurkeMickey McGinnes
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