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★ 7.2/10•2016•TV-14•Drama•War & Politics
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Declare your independence.

Tom Kirkman, a low-level cabinet member is suddenly appointed President of the United States after a catastrophic attack during the State of the Union kills everyone above him in the Presidential line of succession.

StatusCanceled
LanguageEN
First Air DateSep 21, 2016

Episodes

Episode 1 - PilotE144m

Pilot

Lower-level cabinet member Tom Kirkman becomes President of the United States after a catastrophic attack on the U.S. Capitol. Kirkman must keep the country and his family safe while leading the search for the those responsible for the attack.

Sep 21, 2016

Episode 2 - The First DayE245m

The First Day

Hours after the attack on the Capitol, President Kirkman steps into his role as Commander-in-Chief in the midst of chaos and confusion. Facing dangerous new challenges and adversaries, Kirkman struggles to hold a country together that is on the brink of falling apart.

Sep 28, 2016

Episode 3 - The ConfessionE344m

The Confession

President Kirkman and his staff work to keep a high-level security breach of the White House a secret just as he’s about to give his first television interview. The FBI continues to investigate the Capitol bombing but Agent Hannah Wells starts to develop her own theories about who was really behind the attack.

Oct 5, 2016

Episode 4 - The EnemyE444m

The Enemy

Kirkman learns who is behind the attack and needs to grapple not only with the prospect of war, but brewing domestic troubles as well. Kirkman taps Emily to monitor the domestic situation. Alex may be in for more than she bargains for when she seeks out help from Hookstraten.

Oct 12, 2016

Episode 5 - The MissionE543m

The Mission

Realizing his attempts at diplomacy with Algeria have failed, President Kirkman makes the difficult decision of sending Navy SEALs on a mission that will define his presidency. Agent Hannah Wells discovers more secrets than answers.

Oct 26, 2016

Episode 6 - The InterrogationE644m

The Interrogation

When shots ring out at The White House during a Governors Summit, President Kirkman’s plans at electing a new Congress are thrown into turmoil. Agent Hannah Wells continues investigating the Capitol bombing and makes one of her most shocking discoveries yet.

Nov 9, 2016

Episode 7 - The TraitorE744m

The Traitor

When an American track-and-field coach heads to Russia, President Kirkman is thrust into a hostage exchange involving the CIA and the Russian government. Agent Hannah Wells and Deputy Director Atwood's investigation into the Capitol bombing uncovers information that puts Atwood and his family's life at risk.

Nov 16, 2016

Episode 8 - The ResultsE844m

The Results

On the eve of the country voting to elect a new House of Representatives, an unexpected development forces Kirkman to consider cancelling the elections entirely. News about Majid Nassar’s death leaks out, and Kirkman has to handle the fallout.

Nov 30, 2016

Episode 9 - The BlueprintE944m

The Blueprint

When classified government documents are leaked online, President Kirkman searches for the party responsible only to find that they have taken refuge inside a foreign embassy and are beyond even his reach. Agent Hannah Wells races furiously to gather evidence of MacLeish's involvement in the conspiracy before he can be confirmed as the country's next Vice President.

Dec 7, 2016

Episode 10 - The OathE1043m

The Oath

President Kirkman fears there could be a traitor in the White House when he discovers shocking information connected to the Capitol Bombing. Confiding in Emily, Kirkman puts her in charge of quietly investigating. New information surfaces about Congressman MacLeish, raising concerns regarding his vice presidential nomination.

Dec 14, 2016

Episode 11 - WarriorsE1143m

Warriors

The nation reels from the aftermath of the shooting on the steps of the Capitol while Emily struggles with the knowledge there may be a traitor in the White House. Agent Wells grapples with her decision to reveal what she knows about the conspiracy behind the Capitol bombing.

Mar 8, 2017

Episode 12 - The End of the BeginningE1243m

The End of the Beginning

Circles must tighten as a new discovery within the conspiracy emerges. Tension rises between Aaron and Emily as suspicions loom in the White House. A new lead places Agent Wells closer than before to the truth.

Mar 15, 2017

Episode 13 - BackfireE1343m

Backfire

An investigative journalist shocks the White House when he reveals classified information during a press briefing and leaves Seth struggling to contain the damage from the leaked story. Hannah unearths a key connection between MacLeish and the conspiracy.

Mar 22, 2017

Episode 14 - Commander-in-ChiefE1442m

Commander-in-Chief

Turmoil in an African country forces President Kirkman to rely on an unlikely ally for help. Hannah's investigation into the Capitol bombing takes an unexpected turn. Emily settles into her role as chief of staff. Aaron has to make a difficult choice.

Mar 29, 2017

Episode 15 - One Hundred DaysE1544m

One Hundred Days

As President Kirkman releases an agenda to reset his presidency, Alex makes a controversial public statement that threatens to derail it. Agent Wells unknowingly finds herself in the center of a dangerous trap while getting closer to the truth.

Apr 5, 2017

Episode 16 - Party LinesE1643m

Party Lines

President Kirkman forms an unlikely alliance in the hopes of passing his first bill. Agent Ritter is briefed by Agent Wells about a new alarming threat to the nation.

Apr 12, 2017

Episode 17 - The Ninth SeatE1743m

The Ninth Seat

As President Kirkman struggles to put together a new Supreme Court, FBI Agent Hannah Wells goes undercover and discovers much more than she ever could have imagined. Seth Wright has to contend with journalist Abe Leonard, who returns from the Middle East with an explosive story.

Apr 19, 2017

Episode 18 - LazarusE1843m

Lazarus

As President Kirkman considers candidates for Vice President, Kimble Hookstraten finds herself embroiled in scandal. Agent Wells and Jason Atwood return from North Dakota with a critical new lead while journalist Abe Leonard's investigation takes an unexpected turn.

Apr 26, 2017

Episode 19 - MisallianceE1942m

Misalliance

As the White House gears up for President Kirkman’s first international summit, Kimble Hookstraten faces her toughest political battle yet when her speakership is challenged. Meanwhile, Alex wrestles with whether or not to bring the kids back to Washington.

May 3, 2017

Episode 20 - BombshellE2042m

Bombshell

President Kirkman’s first international summit is derailed when journalist Abe Leonard publishes an explosive article. Meanwhile, Hannah Wells uncovers the conspiracy’s next target.

May 10, 2017

Episode 21 - Brace for ImpactE2142m

Brace for Impact

In the nail-biting season finale, Hannah Wells must stop the conspiracy from carrying out a final attack while President Kirkman authorizes a nationwide manhunt for the mastermind behind it all.

May 17, 2017

Actors

Kiefer Sutherland

Kiefer Sutherland

Tom Kirkman

Maggie Q

Maggie Q

Hannah Wells

Kal Penn

Kal Penn

Seth Wright

Adan Canto

Adan Canto

Aaron Shore

Italia Ricci

Italia Ricci

Emily Rhodes

Emiliano Díez

Emiliano Díez

Président Ortega

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