Duster (2025)

A stylish 1970s crime drama from J.J. Abrams and LaToya Morgan, pairing an FBI trailblazer with a daring getaway driver against the Southwest's deadliest syndicate.

Duster - Series Information

  • Original Title: Duster
  • First Air Year: 2025
  • Last Air Year: 2025
  • Created by: J.J. Abrams, LaToya Morgan
  • Type: TV Series
  • Genres: Crime, Drama
  • Content Rating (US): TV-MA
  • Number of Seasons: 1
  • Number of Episodes: 8
  • Status: Canceled
  • Original Language: English
  • Spoken Languages: English
  • First Air Date: May 15, 2025 (United States - TV-MA), May 15, 2025 (France - 16), May 15, 2025 (Australia - MA 15+), May 15, 2025 (Brazil - 16), May 15, 2025 (Mexico - B-15), May 15, 2025 (Spain - 16), May 15, 2025 (South Korea - 19)
  • Networks: Max
  • Alternative Titles: 风尘车手 (CN)
  • Production Companies: Bad Robot, Warner Bros. Television, TinkerToy Productions
  • Production Countries: United States of America

Duster - Plot

In 1972, the first Black female FBI agent heads to the Southwest and recruits a gutsy getaway driver in a bold effort to take down a growing crime syndicate.

Duster - Trailer

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Everyone needs an inside man.

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Duster - Cast & Crew

Creator(s)

  • J.J. Abrams
  • LaToya Morgan

Main Cast

  • Josh Holloway
  • Rachel Hilson
  • Asivak Koostachin
  • Sydney Elisabeth
  • Benjamin Charles Watson
  • Camille Guaty
  • Adriana Aluna Martinez
  • Greg Grunberg
  • Keith David
  • Sofia Vassilieva

Writers

  • LaToya Morgan
  • J.J. Abrams
  • Michael Horowitz
  • Matt Lambert
  • Lucas Brown Eyes

Executive Producers

  • LaToya Morgan
  • J.J. Abrams
  • Rachel Rusch Rich
  • Steph Green

Duster - FAQs

Who are the main actors in Duster?

Duster stars Josh Holloway as Jim Ellis and Rachel Hilson as Nina Hayes. The ensemble cast also includes Asivak Koostachin, Sydney Elisabeth, Benjamin Charles Watson, Camille Guaty, Keith David, Greg Grunberg, Adriana Aluna Martinez, and Sofia Vassilieva.

Is Duster based on a true story?

Duster is not based on a specific true story. It is an original fictional series created by J.J. Abrams and LaToya Morgan. However, the show draws on the real historical context of the early 1970s, including the FBI's early efforts to diversify its agent ranks.

Why was Duster cancelled after one season?

Max cancelled Duster after its first season in 2025. While official reasoning was not publicly detailed, the cancellation followed the network's broader content strategy adjustments. The series concluded with 8 episodes, leaving its storyline unresolved for viewers who had followed the show.

What is Duster about?

Set in 1972 in the American Southwest, Duster follows Nina Hayes, the first Black female FBI agent, who partners with Jim Ellis, a skilled getaway driver, to infiltrate and dismantle a powerful and expanding crime syndicate operating across the region.

Where can you watch Duster?

Duster is available to stream on Max via the HBO Max Amazon Channel. Viewers can access all 8 episodes of the first season through a subscription. Availability may vary by region, so checking your local streaming options is recommended.

Who created Duster?

Duster was created by J.J. Abrams and LaToya Morgan. The series was produced by Bad Robot, Warner Bros. Television, and TinkerToy Productions, with Morgan and Abrams also serving as executive producers alongside Rachel Rusch Rich and Steph Green.

What is the content rating for Duster?

Duster is rated TV-MA in the United States, indicating it is intended for mature audiences. The series contains content that may be unsuitable for viewers under 17, including strong language, violence, and adult themes consistent with its crime drama genre.

When did Duster first air?

Duster premiered on May 15, 2025, in the United States on Max. The series also launched simultaneously in several international markets including France, Australia, Brazil, Mexico, Spain, and South Korea on the same date.

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