TV series
The Shield
2002–2008, English, on FX. Created by Shawn Ryan.
The law is just a suggestion.
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.
- Seasons
- 7
- Episodes
- 88
- Episode length
- 45 min
- Status
- Ended in 2008
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8.2/10 from 918 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Latest episode
S7 E13: Family Meeting
Aired 25 November 2008
Seasons 7
Cast & crew
- Shawn RyanCreator
- Michael ChiklisVic Mackey · 88 ep
- Catherine DentDanielle 'Danny' Sofer · 88 ep
- Walton GogginsShane Vendrell · 88 ep
- Michael JaceJulien Lowe · 88 ep
- Jay KarnesHolland 'Dutch' Wagenbach · 88 ep
- Benito MartinezDavid Aceveda · 88 ep
- CCH PounderClaudette Wyms · 88 ep
- Cathy Cahlin RyanCorrine Mackey · 83 ep
- David Rees SnellRonnie Gardocki · 81 ep
- Kenny JohnsonCurtis Lemansky · 65 ep
- David MarcianoSteve Billings · 42 ep
- Autumn ChiklisCassidy Mackey · 35 ep
Details
- First aired
- 12 March 2002
- Last aired
- 25 November 2008
- Network
- FX
- Language
- English
- Country
- United States
- Type
- Scripted
- Rated
- A
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The Shield: quick answers
Is The Shield worth watching?
Our verdict is Absolute Cinema: Drop everything and watch it. It scores 8.2/10 from 918 TMDB viewer ratings.
How many seasons of The Shield are there?
The Shield has 7 seasons and 88 episodes, about 45 minutes each.
Is The Shield finished?
Yes. The Shield ended in 2008, so you can watch the whole story.
Where can I watch The Shield?
The Shield is streaming on VI movies and tv.
Is The Shield suitable for kids?
The Shield is rated A. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What shows are like The Shield?
If you liked The Shield, try On Call, S.W.A.T., MobLand.
Who created The Shield?
The Shield was created by Shawn Ryan and stars Michael Chiklis, Catherine Dent, Walton Goggins.