Good Behavior

About Good Behavior

Good Behavior is a gripping crime drama that hit the screens in 2016. The series is based on the "Letty Dobesh Trilogy," a set of novellas authored by Blake Crouch. The show revolves around Letty Raines, a con artist released from jail who is trying to get her life back on track. However, she becomes entangled with an assassin, complicating her pathway to redemption.

Making / Production

Blake Crouch is not only the author of the original text but also serves as an executive producer along with Chad Hodge, who helped adapt the novels for television. The series is produced by Tomorrow Studios - a collaboration between ITV Studios and Marty Adelstein.

Actors

• Michelle Dockery plays the lead role of Letty Raines, providing a captivating performance as a complex con artist seeking to leave her troubled past behind.
• Juan Diego Botto portrays the cold-blooded assassin Javier, with whom Letty becomes increasingly involved. His nuanced portrayal adds layers to the story.
• Terry Kinney steps into the character of Estelle, Letty's mother, bringing a dynamic portrayal of a worn-out mother at odds with her reckless daughter.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The series is not a straightforward adaptation of the books; it adds its twists and turns to keep the audience intrigued.
• Michelle Dockery, well-known for her role as Lady Mary in Downton Abbey, took on a drastically different character role for Good Behavior, showing her range as an actor.

Quotes

• "I do bad things, but it doesn't make me a bad person."
• "If you believe in yourself enough, you can make everyone else believe too."

Music, Soundtrack

• Music plays a pivotal role in setting the tone for the series, with compositions ranging from riveting suspense themes to emotional, somber pieces.
• The soundtrack includes tracks such as "Silence Worth Breaking" by Brooke Annibale, "The Chain" by Tanita Tikaram, and "Keep On Trying" by Poco.

Awards

Despite its captivating storyline and impressive casts, Good Behavior did not win any notable awards.