Daniel from “Reservation Dogs” died before the events of the series, which is a central element to the storyline and the development of the other characters.
“Reservation Dogs” is an American comedy-drama television series that premiered on FX on Hulu in August 2021. The show, created by Sterlin Harjo and Taika Waititi, follows the lives of four Indigenous teenagers in rural Oklahoma as they spend their days committing crime and fighting it, dreaming of a life in California.
Daniel is a character who is not physically present in the series, as he has passed away prior to the start of the show. His death is a pivotal event that impacts the lives of the main characters—Bear, Elora Danan, Cheese, and Willie Jack. Daniel was part of their friend group, and his loss is deeply felt by each of them. It serves as a catalyst for the group’s actions and is a driving force behind their desire to leave their small town. The show explores themes of grief, community, and the struggles of growing up on a reservation, with Daniel’s memory playing a significant role in the narrative. The characters often reflect on their relationships with Daniel and the void his absence has created in their lives. His death is shrouded in a bit of mystery, and the series gradually reveals more about the circumstances as the story unfolds, adding depth to the characters’ backstories and motivations.
