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Designated Survivor

Declare your independence

  • 2016 – 2019
  • Canceled
  • Drama · War & Politics
  • 3 seasons
  • 7.1/10

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.

Latest: Season 3 · 2019

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Fresh faces and tough talk join the West Wing as Kirkman launches his election campaign amidst ethical quandaries and the looming shadow of terrorism.

  1. E1. #thesystemisbroken

    Jun 7, 2019 · 50m

    Now running for office for the first time, Kirkman and his nascent campaign stumble out of the gate. Wells gets a critical reassignment.

  2. E2. #slipperyslope

    Jun 7, 2019 · 49m

    A heated debate over child marriage roils Kirkman's staff. Opioid addiction hits home for Mars. A biohacker turns Wells onto a chilling new threat.

  3. E3. #privacyplease

    Jun 7, 2019 · 46m

    A political attack on Kirkman puts privacy and transgender rights in the spotlight. Aaron weighs a major decision. Wells and Eli track a bioterrorist.

  4. E4. #makehistory

    Jun 7, 2019 · 50m

    Aaron's heritage and a widespread teachers' strike become polarizing issues, and Wells discovers a sinister pattern in a flu outbreak.

  5. E5. #nothingpersonal

    Jun 7, 2019 · 51m

    Emotions run high after despicable fake news goes viral, Isabel makes waves with a controversial appeal, and Wells finds a clue pointing to conspiracy.

  6. E6. #whocares

    Jun 7, 2019 · 51m

    A dying Guatemalan child in a Texas hospital brings immigration to the fore. A mugging opens Kirkman's eyes to the realities of life in the capital.

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