Hand of God

Hand of God follows a respected yet morally compromised judge who experiences a destabilizing break with reality. He becomes convinced that a higher force is speaking directly to him, steering his responses to crimes he deems unjust. As his code of retribution takes shape, the lines between duty and belief blur, pulling his family and colleagues into a web of doubt, fear and escalating risk. The series tracks the judge's unraveling and the toll it takes on those around him, while quietly interrogating the price of moral absolutism in a flawed system. Viewers are invited to decide who benefits from his choices and at what cost.

Created by Ben Watkins, Hand of God stars Ron Perlman as Judge Pernell Harris with Dana Delany as Crystal Harris and Garret Dillahunt as KD. The drama premiered in 2014 and was released through Amazon's streaming service, signaling the platform's growing appetite for ambitious serialized dramas. Elizabeth McLaughlin appears as Alicia Hopkins.

Critics have described the show as a tense, morally tangled drama that probes faith, justice, and power. The standout performances anchor a plot that moves from courtroom procedure to personal crisis, underscoring how anger and belief collide in a flawed system. The tension is sharpened by questions about accountability and mercy, and the series invites viewers to consider whether good intentions justify risky acts.

While not a blockbuster, Hand of God contributed to the mid 2010s streaming landscape by adding a gritty, character driven option to the lineup. It sparked conversations about the line between personal conviction and the law and the consequences for families swept up in a judge's choices.

Despite a strong cast, Hand of God did not secure major nominations in Emmys or Golden Globes. Some critics praised the performances and atmosphere, but the series did not translate into widespread award recognition during its run.