The Shield (2002)
TV show 7 seasons ★ 8.2/10
Good for tonight if you want to: i want to feel something, keep me on the edge
Dating from 2002, The Shield sits in the crime and drama corner of our catalogue. It was created or directed by Shawn Ryan. The cast includes Michael Chiklis, Catherine Dent and Paula Garcés. Audiences give it an excellent score of 8.2 out of 10.
Synopsis
The story of an inner-city Los Angeles police precinct where some of the cops aren't above breaking the rules or working against their associates to both keep the streets safe and their self-interests intact.
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Cast & crew
- Shawn RyanDirector
- Michael Chiklisas Vic Mackey
- Catherine Dentas Danielle 'Danny' Sofer
- Paula Garcésas Tina Hanlon
- Walton Gogginsas Shane Vendrell
- Michael Jaceas Julien Lowe
- Jay Karnesas Holland 'Dutch' Wagenbach
- Benito Martinezas David Aceveda
- David Marcianoas Steve Billings
Seasons
- Season 1 · 13 episodes
- Season 2 · 13 episodes
- Season 3 · 15 episodes
- Season 4 · 13 episodes
- Season 5 · 11 episodes
- Season 6 · 10 episodes
- Season 7 · 13 episodes
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Questions about The Shield
- What genre is The Shield?
- The Shield is categorised as Crime, Drama.
- Who stars in The Shield?
- Michael Chiklis, Catherine Dent, Paula Garcés, Walton Goggins, Michael Jace appear in the main cast.
- Who directed The Shield?
- Shawn Ryan directed The Shield.
- Is The Shield worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 8.2/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch The Shield?
- Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.
