Rust Cohle

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• Category: fictional human
• Website: https://www.hbo.com/true-detective/cast-and-crew/rustin-cohle

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• Rust Cohle — Official Website (official)

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• Profile completeness: Source-backed profile (74/100)
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• Recorded profile date: 2026-04-23

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Rustin CohlePlayed by Matthew McconaugheyRust Cohle is a Louisiana State Police detective who transferred out of Texas law enforcement. A cerebral, intense thinker, he holds a negative view of society which sometimes puts him at odds with his partner, Martin Hart, and the rest of the force. About the SeriesTrue DetectiveTouch darkness and darkness touches you.

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