Boss

7.2
201155m

Boss is an American political drama television serial created by Farhad Safinia. The series stars Kelsey Grammer as Tom Kane, the mayor of Chicago, who has recently been diagnosed with dementia with Lewy bodies, a degenerative neurological disorder.

Production

Logo for Lionsgate Television

Seasons

8 Episodes • Premiered 2011

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1. Listen

6.7

After being diagnosed with a degenerative neurological disorder, Chicago Mayor Tom Kane must set aside his personal issues as he attempts to run the city with an iron fist, while also dealing with the upcoming gubernatorial primary.

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2. Reflex

10.0

With a new, powerful entry in the race, Kane and his people flex their political muscles to maintain their hold. Meanwhile, a worried Meredith suspects her husband is keeping something from her.

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3. Swallow

10.0

With Zajac's campaign gathering steam, Kane needs to adjust to his health situation; Miller digs deep to come up with some embarrassing dirt on Gov. Cullen.

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4. Slip

10.0

Kane finds himself starting to lose control, both politically and personally, as his supporters begin to question their confidence in him. Zajac ventures into uncharted territory while campaigning as Miller continues to dig for answers.

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5. Remembered

10.0

After long-buried information resurfaces, Kane and his camp find themselves battling the media for control of public perception. With the primary just around the corner, they'll have to pull out all the stops to contain the situation and keep the upper hand.

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6. Spit

10.0

Kane takes an unannounced break from City Hall as his political image hits an all-time low. The election looms and he'll need to enlist the help of others to weather this storm. Kitty, at an emotional impasse, makes a bold move while Meredith, increasingly suspect of Kane's behavior, seeks opportunities of her own.

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7. Stasis

10.0

Just days away from the election, Kane slowly regains control over City Hall. Though a swift political move will help identify his adversaries, will doing the unthinkable improve his public image in time?

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8. Choose

10.0

Election Day. The race is close, and while the candidates campaign, Kane and Stone must do their part to turn the gears of the political machine. Emma's world is turned upside-down while Meredith must go to great lengths to prove her allegiance to Kane.

Cast

Photo of Kelsey Grammer

Kelsey Grammer

Mayor Tom Kane

Photo of Connie Nielsen

Connie Nielsen

Meredith Kane

Photo of Jeff Hephner

Jeff Hephner

Ben Zajac

Photo of Kathleen Robertson

Kathleen Robertson

Kitty O'Neil

Photo of Troy Garity

Troy Garity

Sam Miller

Photo of Sanaa Lathan

Sanaa Lathan

Mona Fredricks

Photo of Rotimi

Rotimi

Darius Morrison

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