What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedGone Fishin'
Walter Mosley · Book · 1997
If you loved Gone Fishin', start with Devil in a Blue Dress (Carl Franklin, 1995) — a film on the same thread. Below: 1 film, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to Gone Fishin' across media.
If Gone Fishin' gripped you, it is because you appreciate stories where complex personal bonds navigate the harsh realities of Southern landscapes.
Films on the same thread
Devil in a Blue Dress
Carl Franklin · Film · 1995
Explores: Post-War America, Racial Discrimination, Private Investigator.
Since you enjoyed the origins of Easy Rawlins in Gone Fishin', you will appreciate this film for its deeper exploration of the character's post-war navigation of racial tension.
Series on the same thread
Perry Mason
Erle Stanley Gardner · Series · 1957
Explores: Innocence vs. Guilt, Justice, Moral Ambiguity.
The unwavering quest for justice found in Gone Fishin' finds a parallel here, as you follow a brilliant legal mind committed to defending the innocent against difficult odds.
The Waltons
Earl Hamner, Jr. · Series · 1972
Shares a thread with Gone Fishin': Great Depression.
If the rural atmosphere of Gone Fishin' resonated with you, this drama offers a similarly immersive look at the challenges and tight-knit connections of life in the country.
Godfather of Harlem
Chris Brancato · Series · 2019
Explores: Organized Crime, Power Struggles, Racial Tensions.
Like the intense power dynamics and historical backdrop of Gone Fishin', this series captures the struggle for survival and control within a complex, shifting urban community.
When They See Us
Ava DuVernay · Series · 2019
Explores: Racial injustice, Wrongful conviction, Systemic racism.
The focus on systemic adversity and the fight for truth in Gone Fishin' is echoed here, providing a powerful look at how individuals persevere against institutional injustice.
Podcasts on the same thread
S-Town
Serial Productions · Podcast · 2024
Explores: small-town isolation, eccentricity, social decay.
Those drawn to the dark, isolated secrets hidden in the rural setting of Gone Fishin' will find this investigative deep dive into small-town eccentricity equally compelling and haunting.
The FatFish Podcast
Podcast
Shares a thread with Gone Fishin': Friendship.
Building on the friendship and Texas roots central to Gone Fishin', this podcast provides a conversational and authentic look at life in the region through a modern lens.
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Common questions
Is Gone Fishin' a prequel to the Easy Rawlins series?
Yes, Gone Fishin' serves as a prequel to the Easy Rawlins series. The story focuses on a nineteen-year-old Easy Rawlins traveling to Pariah, Texas, with Mouse, where they encounter various troubles including dead bodies and a killer.
What is the plot of Gone Fishin'?
In Gone Fishin', nineteen-year-old Easy Rawlins travels to Pariah, Texas, alongside Mouse to collect money from Mouse's stepfather. During their trip, the two characters become entangled in a dangerous situation involving dead bodies and a killer.
Who are the main characters in Gone Fishin'?
The main characters featured in Gone Fishin' are Easy Rawlins and Mouse. The narrative follows them as young men during a trip to Pariah, Texas, where they face significant danger and encounter a killer.
When was Gone Fishin' published?
Gone Fishin' was published in 1997. Written by Walter Mosley, the book depicts a formative trip taken by Easy Rawlins and Mouse to Pariah, Texas, which results in a series of violent encounters.