Hell on Wheels tells an epic story of post-Civil War America, focusing on Cullen Bohannon (Anson Mount), a former Confederate soldier, and his dramatic journey west as he struggles to leave his past behind. The show depicts the traveling town known as Hell on Wheels, a dangerous, raucous, lawless melting pot that follows and services the construction of the first transcontinental railroad. Hell on Wheels chronicles this potent turning point in American history and how uncivilized the business of civilization can be.
Episode 8: Derailed
A train is derailed by the Cheyenne and Durant orders Cullen to lead a team to track them. Lily moves out of Durant’s coach and into her own tent beside the brothel, which allows her to become fast friends with Eva. Tension mounts for Cullen’s team in the pursuit of the renegade Indian tribe.