Richardson is a fictional character portrayed by Ralph Richeson in the TV series Deadwood.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled Mister Wu (season 1), they were 51 years old.
They appear in 21 episodes out of a total of 36 aired and have accumulated 228 positive votes.
Episodes21
Mister Wu
episode S1.E10 may 2004An opium theft leaves Swearengen trying to find a common language with his supplier, and navigating murky waters to deal with the mess. Meanwhile, Silas Adams, bagman for the magistrate from Yankton, arrives with bad news for Swearengen. Bullock regrets having raised his hand at the government meeting. An unwelcome and ailing Reverend Smith gravitates to the Gem and its new piano.
Jewel's Boot Is Made for Walking
episode S1.E11 june 2004Alma's father, Otis Russell, arrives from New York to "help" with her claim. Swearengen strikes a bargain with Adams to rid him of some legal baggage involving the arriving magistrate. Jewel journeys to Doc's cabin for help with her leg. Eddie resumes work at the Bella Union, while Bullock is angered by the choice of the corrupt Con Stapleton as the new sheriff.
Sold Under Sin
episode S1.E12 june 2004General Crook rolls into Deadwood with his troops, known as "Custer's avengers," and the Yankton magistrate, Clagett, prompting a parade and business solicitations from E.B. Farnum and Cy Tolliver. Al Swearengen delivers a tortured soul from suffering, and Bullock reacts decisively to Russell's intentions regarding Alma. Stapleton's new commission as sheriff proves short-lived, and Bullock and Alma have a late-night meeting.
New Money
episode S2.E3 march 2005Francis Wolcott, chief scout for a powerful mining operation, arrives to shake up the status quo - beginning with Cy Tolliver. Swearengen's lackeys fret as he refuses visitors and medical attention. Joanie's new partner, Maddie, reveals she's also running a game as their new brothel, the Chez Ami, services its first customer.
Requiem for a Gleet
episode S2.E4 march 2005Doc contemplates a procedure that could cure Swearengen - or kill him. Bullock attempts to settle into domesticity, while Sol gets a new student bookkeeper - Trixie. Alma cuts ties with Sofia's tutor, Miss Isringhausen. Joanie and Maddie argue over the business. The County Commissioner's arrival spawns rumors about the camp's future and legal ownership of the gold claims.
Complications
episode S2.E5 april 2005Swearengen is on the mend as Alma begins to take ill - mostly in the mornings. Cy is suspicious of Joanie and Maddie's operation, and makes an unexpected discovery about George Hearst's agent, Wolcott. Bullock attempts to control an outlaw mob and protect the Commissioner, who directed Merrick to print a provocative statement regarding gold claims.
Childish Things
episode S2.E8 april 2005Wolcott offers on the claim of two ornery brothers, and reports to Hearst on their progress overall. Miss Isgringhausen strikes a deal with Swearengen, who discusses his options with a friend in a small box. Alma receives very different proposals from both Mrs. Bullock and Ellsworth. A Russian telegraph operator arrives in camp, and Joanie befriends a reluctant Jane.
Advances, None Miraculous
episode S2.E10 may 2005When Doc delivers a dire prognosis, one family suffers and the entire camp stands vigil. Merrick avails some private information to Swearengen, who enlists Star and Adams to help con the newly returned Commissioner Jarry. Andy, a former Deadwood pariah, offers himself as the camp's new minister. Trixie pressures a distraught Alma to accept a beneficial proposal.
Boy-the-Earth-Talks-To
episode S2.E12 may 2005A marriage occurs against a backdrop of murder and negotiations for elections and the camp.
Tell Your God to Ready for Blood
episode S3.E1 june 2006Elections are just days away, and Bullock lets his temper get away from him. Alma's pregnancy is not progressing as expected, and Swearengen baits Hearst.
I Am Not the Fine Man You Take Me For
episode S3.E2 june 2006Campaign speeches are rescheduled, Sol makes an investment, Alma's condition worsens, and Hearst starts a deadly game with Swearengen.
True Colors
episode S3.E3 june 2006A dandy arrives by stage coach and immediately begins exploring how to bring culture to the camp, Alma and Hearst negotiate business, and Hearst's Aunt Lou comes to camp.
Full Faith and Credit
episode S3.E4 july 2006Alma opens the doors to the new Bank of Deadwood and business is brisk. Hostetler return to Deadwood with the horse that killed Bullock's son. The Sheriff accepts that his son's death was due to an accident and blames no one. He finds himself acting as a go-between Hostetler and Steve, who has been taking care of the livery in Hostetler's absence and now feels he's being pushed out. Langrische makes an offer to buy Joanie's house with a view to opening a theater but Joanie imposes certain conditions before she sells. Hearst asks Cy Tolliver and Al Swearengen to a meeting to discuss business.
A Two-Headed Beast
episode S3.E5 july 2006Tolliver looks for a representative, the Captain calls Dan out, Swearengen continues to be perplexed by Hearst's moves, and Alma and Ellsworth's relationship takes a turn.
A Rich Find
episode S3.E6 july 2006Hearst's feathers are ruffled, Aunt Lou's son comes to town, and Bullock and Swearengen make a decision.
Unauthorized Cinnamon
episode S3.E7 july 2006A meeting of the elders occurs with surprising results, Doc's absence is noted by Swearengen, Alma battles her addiction, and Sol offers Trixie something she never expected.
Leviathan Smiles
episode S3.E8 july 2006The letter is published, Wyatt Earp hits town, delays continue with the theater, and Hearst makes a move.
Amateur Night
episode S3.E9 august 2006An Amateur Night is organized by the new theater troupe, Pinkertons hit town, the students move to their new school, and Hearst makes another move regarding the elections.
A Constant Throb
episode S3.E10 august 2006Swearengen is spurred to action when a prominent camp member is attacked, Langrishe makes arrangements for his theater, and Jane has an epiphany.
The Catbird Seat
episode S3.E11 august 2006Another attack is made at Hearst's behest, Harry and Bullock travel to Sturgis for campaigning, and there's unrest in Langrishe's troupe.
Tell Him Something Pretty
episode S3.E12 august 2006Election day arrives, Hearst has his revenge, Sol and Trixie have it out, and Tolliver releases rage at his impotence.
- Mister Wu
- Jewel's Boot Is Made for Walking
- Sold Under Sin
- New Money
- Requiem for a Gleet
- Complications
- Childish Things
- Advances, None Miraculous
- Boy-the-Earth-Talks-To
- Tell Your God to Ready for Blood
- I Am Not the Fine Man You Take Me For
- True Colors
- Full Faith and Credit
- A Two-Headed Beast
- A Rich Find
- Unauthorized Cinnamon
- Leviathan Smiles
- Amateur Night
- A Constant Throb
- The Catbird Seat
- Tell Him Something Pretty
Best moments9
- An Amateur Night is organized by the new theater troupe, Pinkertons hit town, the students move to their new school, and Hearst makes another move regarding the elections.
- Election day arrives, Hearst has his revenge, Sol and Trixie have it out, and Tolliver releases rage at his impotence.
- A dandy arrives by stage coach and immediately begins exploring how to bring culture to the camp, Alma and Hearst negotiate business, and Hearst's Aunt Lou comes to camp.
- A meeting of the elders occurs with surprising results, Doc's absence is noted by Swearengen, Alma battles her addiction, and Sol offers Trixie something she never expected.
- When Doc delivers a dire prognosis, one family suffers and the entire camp stands vigil. Merrick avails some private information to Swearengen, who enlists Star and Adams to help con the newly returned Commissioner Jarry. Andy, a former Deadwood pariah, offers himself as the camp's new minister. Trixie pressures a distraught Alma to accept a beneficial proposal.
- Another attack is made at Hearst's behest, Harry and Bullock travel to Sturgis for campaigning, and there's unrest in Langrishe's troupe.
- Swearengen is spurred to action when a prominent camp member is attacked, Langrishe makes arrangements for his theater, and Jane has an epiphany.
- The letter is published, Wyatt Earp hits town, delays continue with the theater, and Hearst makes a move.
- Hearst's feathers are ruffled, Aunt Lou's son comes to town, and Bullock and Swearengen make a decision.
- Amateur Night
- Tell Him Something Pretty
- True Colors
- Unauthorized Cinnamon
- Advances, None Miraculous
- The Catbird Seat
- A Constant Throb
- Leviathan Smiles
- A Rich Find