Designated Survivor

A propulsive, straight-faced political thriller that keeps you leaning forward, rooting for an unlikely everyman president while conspiracies tighten around him.

Created by

David Guggenheim

Genres

Drama, War & politics

Starring

Kiefer Sutherland, Natascha McElhone, Maggie Q

Tagline

Declare your independence.

Overview

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.

How it feels

Tense, earnest and dark. Brisk and needs your attention.

About

Politics, power, conspiracy, loyalty

Content

Mild violence, gore, sexual content and language.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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