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When does 'Duster' premiere? Cast, date, how to watch J.J. Abrams' new crime thriller

When does 'Duster' premiere? Cast, date, how to watch J.J. Abrams' new crime thriller

USA Today14-05-2025

When does 'Duster' premiere? Cast, date, how to watch J.J. Abrams' new crime thriller
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Josh Holloway loved working on new series 'Duster.' Here's why
'Lost' star Josh Holloway reveals why he wanted to reunite with creator J.J. Abrams on new series 'Duster.'
What do you get when you mix one man's journey for revenge and redemption and a flourishing crime empire? A new HBO Max Original from creators J.J. Abrams and LaToya Morgan called "Duster."
The show, which premieres in May, follows the life of a gutsy getaway driver (Josh Holloway) for a growing crime syndicate that goes from "dangerous to wildly, stupidly dangerous" when a rookie FBI agent gets in the mix.
The tenacious, but young agent (Rachel Hilson) comes "into town hellbent on taking his crime family down," according to the official logline. "Duster" is set in the 1970s Southwest.
"The police report said that your brother's death was an accident," Nina says in the trailer. "But you don't get to where Saxton is without leaving a trail of bodies ... Work with me to build a case against Ezra Sexton."
Here's what to know about "Duster," including how to watch it.
When does 'Duster' come out?
"Duster" premieres May 15 at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT on HBO Max.
How to watch 'Duster'
The eight-episode season will drop new episodes weekly on HBO Max starting May 15 through the finale on July 3.
How can I subscribe to HBO Max?
Max subscription plans begin at $9.99 a month with ads, while ad-free subscriptions cost $16.99 a month.
The highest tier, which is $20.99 a month, includes the ability to stream on four devices and offers 4K Ultra HD video quality and 100 downloads. HBO also offers bundles with Hulu and Disney+.
Watch "Duster" with Sling + Max
'Duster' cast
The cast of "Duster" includes:
Josh Holloway as Jim Ellis
as Jim Ellis Rachel Hilson as Nina
as Nina Keith David as Ezra Saxton
as Ezra Saxton Sydney Elisabeth as Genesis
as Genesis Greg Grunberg as Abbott
as Abbott Camille Guaty as Izzy
as Izzy Asivak Koostachin as Awan Bitsui
as Awan Bitsui Adriana Aluna Martinez as Luna Reyna
as Luna Reyna Benjamin Charles Watson as Royce Saxton
Watch the 'Duster' trailer
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