Designated Survivor
2016 | 3 seasons | Drama, War & Politics
Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
It earned strong reviews (87%) and it's still drawing plenty of interest. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
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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 earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
87% on Rotten Tomatoes, 71 on Metacritic
- AudiencesSolid
7.2/10 from 1K viewers
- AwardsBelow par
1 win, 2 other nominations — won Critics' Choice Television Award for Most Exciting New Series; nominated for Saturn Award for Best Action-Thriller Television Series
- Box office & staying powerSolid
3 seasons
- Buzz & cultural impactStrong
Measured from current popularity
Where to watch in US
Netflix
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Trailer
Cast & crew
Created by David Guggenheim
- Kiefer SutherlandTom Kirkman
- Maggie QHannah Wells
- Kal PennSeth Wright
- Adan CantoAaron Shore
- Italia RicciEmily Rhodes
- Emiliano DíezPrésident Ortega