10 Years Before 'The Lowdown,' Russell Crowe and Ryan Gosling Pulled off the Same Idea With a '70s Twist

Inspired by citizen journalist Lee Roy Chapman, who uncovered shocking stories about Tulsa, Oklahoma, in the early 2010s, actor Ethan Hawke’s new series on FX, The Lowdown, is off to a great start. Having aired only two episodes so far, the crime comedy-drama has already earned praise from critics across Hollywood. The show not only starts with a bang (literally) but also features a lineup of A-list talent, including Kyle MacLachlan, Keith David, Jeanne Tripplehorn, and Tim Blake Nelson.