FBI Agent Hannah Wells leads a high-stakes investigation into the bombing, uncovering a deep-seated conspiracy that involves a domestic terror cell and high-ranking officials. Core Cast Kiefer Sutherland Tom Kirkman President of the United States Natascha McElhone Alex Kirkman First Lady and immigration attorney Maggie Q Hannah Wells Lead FBI Investigator Kal Penn Seth Wright White House Press Secretary Adan Canto Aaron Shore White House Chief of Staff Italia Ricci Emily Rhodes Special Advisor to the President Virginia Madsen Kimble Hookstraten Republican "Designated Survivor" and Speaker Critical Reception
Season 1 received generally positive reviews, particularly for its pilot episode and Kiefer Sutherland's performance. Designated Survivor S01 Season 1 Complete HDTV ...
Season 1 is a political thriller that premiered on ABC on September 21, 2016. The 21-episode season follows a lower-level cabinet member who is unexpectedly thrust into the presidency after a catastrophic terrorist attack. Plot Summary FBI Agent Hannah Wells leads a high-stakes investigation