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Designated Survivor
S2.E19
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  • Episode aired Apr 25, 2018
  • TV-14
  • 43m
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Designated Survivor (2016)
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As attorney Ethan West's investigation begins, he calls upon President Kirkman's closest advisers and staff.As attorney Ethan West's investigation begins, he calls upon President Kirkman's closest advisers and staff.As attorney Ethan West's investigation begins, he calls upon President Kirkman's closest advisers and staff.

  • Director
    • David Warry-Smith
  • Writers
    • David Guggenheim
    • Keith Eisner
    • Pierluigi Cothran
  • Stars
    • Kiefer Sutherland
    • Paulo Costanzo
    • Adan Canto
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  • IMDb RATING
    7.4/10
    984
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • David Warry-Smith
    • Writers
      • David Guggenheim
      • Keith Eisner
      • Pierluigi Cothran
    • Stars
      • Kiefer Sutherland
      • Paulo Costanzo
      • Adan Canto
    • 8User reviews
    • 2Critic reviews
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    Kiefer Sutherland
    Kiefer Sutherland
    • President Tom Kirkman
    Paulo Costanzo
    Paulo Costanzo
    • Lyor Boone
    Adan Canto
    Adan Canto
    • Aaron Shore
    Italia Ricci
    Italia Ricci
    • Emily Rhodes
    LaMonica Garrett
    LaMonica Garrett
    • Mike Ritter
    • (credit only)
    Zoe McLellan
    Zoe McLellan
    • Kendra Daynes
    Kal Penn
    Kal Penn
    • Seth Wright
    Maggie Q
    Maggie Q
    • FBI SA Hannah Wells
    Michael J. Fox
    Michael J. Fox
    • Ethan West
    Geoff Pierson
    Geoff Pierson
    • Cornelius Moss
    Breckin Meyer
    Breckin Meyer
    • Trey Kirkman
    Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor
    Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor
    • Eleanor Darby
    • (as Aunjanue Ellis)
    Jake Epstein
    Jake Epstein
    • Chuck Russink
    Chris Butler
    Chris Butler
    • Dax Minter
    Zachary Bennett
    Zachary Bennett
    • Senator Cameron Feller
    Sabrina Grdevich
    Sabrina Grdevich
    • Senator
    Timothy Busfield
    Timothy Busfield
    • Dr. Adam Louden
    Kim Raver
    Kim Raver
    • Dr. Andrea Frost
    • Director
      • David Warry-Smith
    • Writers
      • David Guggenheim
      • Keith Eisner
      • Pierluigi Cothran
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    voigaswolpertinger

    splendid performance

    But heck, it nearly made me cry to see a youth idol of mine, Michael J Fox in this way. He still got his bright mind and mad skills as actor, but the sickness so obviously affects him. Parkinson and Dementia are so evil, stay strong and stay as good as possible MJF.
    7luislast

    Now we know the source of the leak

    Let me first state that I generally like this show, although I preferred the first year, when the "science fiction" aspect of what would happen if most of the entire top government staff (all of the Executive and Legislative branches) were to be suddenly eliminated, in this case, by homegrown terrorists (who, aside from 9/11, have committed most of the acts of terrorism in the U.S.).

    However, I have to ask, did they really need to so glaringly point us toward the real source of the leaks and hacks (and I hope that no one else out there still thinks it might be Kim Raver's character, although she would have been the better choice, given her history with Keifer Sutherland in "24")? Couldn't they have been a tad more subtle about the real criminal?

    Still, a good episode, with the usual government lackeys behaving like sharks circling a sinking ship full of orphans, Maggie Q's meltdown under extreme stress, and Michael J. Fox's unctuous prosecutor. Would have given it 8 stars if not for that elephant in the room clue they shoved in front of our faces.
    10Vivkon

    Advantages of Conspiracy Minded

    Hannah Wells is a conspiracy fanatic, willingly embracing all various conspiracies afloat in the TV universe. Throughout her story, writers develop her character showing the advantages of conspiracy minded people. Sure, conspiracy doesn't reveal the truth, but shows the way. And agent Wells is perfectly capable.
    9Hitchcoc

    Almost Hung Out to Dry

    Once again, a speech at the end settles things. Part of the problem with TV series is we know that President still has some episodes to go. That said, it was quite intriguing. There are some really slimy guys at work here. The ex-President leaves a trail wherever he goes. He likes the dirty part of politics but isn't willing to take the heat. I hope this is the end of his participation.

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    • Trivia
      All entries contain spoilers
    • Goofs
      The entire plot of this episode revolves around the Cabinet trying to remove a president through the 25th Amendment. In reality, the cabinet does not have that authority. Section 4 only allows them to temporarily transfer presidential authority to the next in the line of succession. The president can challenge this by sending his own letter to Congress, and the Cabinet has 4 days to send another letter to Congress if they still have concerns. The "acting president" then assumes power for up to 21 days while Congress deliberates. After 21 days, the President resumes his power and authority.

      A president can only be removed by resignation or by Congress.
    • Quotes

      Eleanor Darby: Mr. President, I came to inform you that the Cabinet has concluded its deliberations.

      Tom Kirkman: I understand. Let's get this over with.

      Eleanor Darby: The majority of the Cabinet wishes you to... continue in your capacity of President.

      Tom Kirkman: I was not expecting that. Please thank them for this opportunity and their support. Needless to say, this has been a difficult time.

      Eleanor Darby: Well, sir, it's behind you now. It's behind all of us.

      Tom Kirkman: [she turns to leave] Madam Vice President... what made them come to this decision?

      Eleanor Darby: Two things, sir. Your staff's loyalty to you through everything. Loyalty is a consequence of leadership. And leadership is a touchstone of competence.

      Tom Kirkman: And the second thing?

      Eleanor Darby: You. You, sir. The Tom Kirkman who started this job twenty months ago - ambivalent, aspirational, honest to a fault - is the same Tom Kirkman that they saw today. You have not changed one bit, sir.

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    • Release date
      • April 25, 2018 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Production companies
      • The Mark Gordon Company
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      • ABC Signature
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      • 43m
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    • Sound mix
      • Stereo
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      • 16:9 HD

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