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Season 1 – Boss

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As mayor, Tom Kane is the most powerful man in Chicago, where the constituents have a history of looking the other way as long as the job gets done. And Kane has gotten things done over several terms in office; he knows the backroom politics game in the Windy City and he plays it well. Yet despite his success, Kane leads an otherwise empty existence. He has no one to turn to when he's confronted with the fact that he has a degenerative brain disorder. He's estranged from his wife, Meredith, and daughter, Emma. Kitty O'Neil, Kane's chief of staff, has her suspicions but plays the part of loyal employee, as does adviser Ezra Stone, who doesn't ask any questions. That's the way Kane likes it, of course, but he won't be able to keep his secret forever.
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A mature drama, Boss constructs political devolution with ease and packs a powerful punch with steamy tales of corruption and sex.

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Brad Newsome Sydney Morning Herald Some of what happens in the pilot directed by Gus Van Sant stretches the bounds of credulity and taste, but Grammer is a force of nature. Feb 10, 2021 Full Review Ellen Gray Philadelphia Inquirer Plays out at on an operatic level that would satisfy all but the most bloodthirsty fans of The Sopranos. Feb 8, 2019 Full Review Caryn James IndieWire Excessively lurid. Kane's family life begins with cliche. His marriage has deteriorated to the point where his wife (Connie Nielsen) is just political window dressing... Like Kane, Boss is dangerously close to losing control. Feb 8, 2019 Full Review Randy Dankievitch Processed Media The pilot of Starz's new series Boss is impressive: very strong cast, a plethora of powerful moments throughout, and wonderfully directed by Gus Van Sant. Feb 24, 2020 Full Review Emerald Pellot PopMatters Perhaps the best show on television right now... Mortality, corruption and politics have come packaged together for ages, however the way Boss uses conventional ideas of gender as a vessel for these negative traits is compelling. Feb 8, 2019 Full Review Kari Croop Common Sense Media Boss isn't pretty, but it's certainly powerful, the kind of drama that's so grim, even the weather seems to play along. Rated: 3/5 Feb 8, 2019 Full Review Read all reviews

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K e Great show. Not sure how it wasn’t more popular. I assume it’s because it aired on Starz? Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 04/16/24 Full Review Read all reviews
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Kelsey Grammer

Mayor Tom Kane

Connie Nielsen

Meredith Kane

Jeff Hephner

Ben Zajac

Kathleen Robertson

Kitty O'Neil

Francis Guinan

Gov. McCall Cullen

Troy Garity

Sam Miller

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Oct 21, 2011 Listen Mayor Tom Kane finds out he has a serious medical condition and tries to focus on the upcoming gubernatorial primary. Details Episode 2 Aired Oct 28, 2011 Reflex With a new, powerful entry in the political race, Kane and his people flex their political muscles to maintain their hold. A worried Meredith suspects her husband is keeping something from her. Details Episode 3 Aired Nov 4, 2011 Swallow Zajac's campaign gains momentum; Kane tries to adjust to his medical reality; Miller stumbles upon a story. Details Episode 4 Aired Nov 11, 2011 Slip As Kane finds himself starting to lose control in both his personal and professional lives, his supporters begin to question their confidence in him. Details Episode 5 Aired Nov 18, 2011 Remembered Kane and his camp battle with the media to dominate the situation when long-buried information about the disposal of toxic waste near the airport comes to the surface via a mysterious blogger. Details Episode 6 Aired Nov 25, 2011 Spit Kane takes a break from City Hall; Kitty is at an emotional impasse; Meredith seeks opportunities of her own. Details Episode 7 Aired Dec 2, 2011 Stasis It's just days before the election and Kane slowly manages to regain control over City Hall; A swift political move helps to identify his adversaries. Details Episode 8 Aired Dec 9, 2011 Choose The race is close; Kane turns the gears of the political machine; Meredith tries to prove her loyalty to Kane. Details

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Season Info

Network
STARZ
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Oct 21, 2011
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