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Ethan Hawke Uncovers Corruption in FX's The Lowdown

9/27/2025

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FX's The Lowdown, created by Sterlin Harjo, stars Ethan Hawke as Lee Raybon, a Tulsa journalist investigating corruption tied to the Washberg family.
It contrasts traditional journalism with today's chaotic media landscape, examining truth versus power.
Hawke's character is inspired by real journalist Lee Roy Chapman; the cast includes Keith David and Kyle MacLachlan, with noir-tinged, community-driven storytelling.

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Story summary

FX's The Lowdown, created by Sterlin Harjo, stars Ethan Hawke as Lee Raybon, a Tulsa journalist investigating corruption tied to the Washberg family.
It contrasts traditional journalism with today's chaotic media landscape, examining truth versus power.
Hawke's character is inspired by real journalist Lee Roy Chapman; the cast includes Keith David and Kyle MacLachlan, with noir-tinged, community-driven storytelling.