Drama20222 seasonsTV-MA★ 6.9
Moses Johnson is a promising high-school athlete with a bright future who’s accused of murdering a police officer during a drug bust gone wrong. Swept up into the infamously corrupt Chicago criminal justice system, Moses’ case is taken up by ageing public defender Franklin Roberts, who sees this as his chance to finally challenge the institutional racism at the heart of the judicial system.
Created by Peter Moffat
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Episodes
1Pilot
Apr 10, 202244 min
Track star Moses Johnson is swept up into a world of chaos, violence, and corrupt policing during a presumed drug sting gone wrong. Public defender Franklin Roberts considers retirement and his impact on the community.
2The Hunter and the Hunted
Apr 17, 202246 min
While on a collision course with the Chicago Police Department, Moses makes contact with the one person who could save him. Martha chases political aspirations.
3Barefoot and Dangerous
Apr 24, 202245 min
Officer Logan begins to question his own department, while Lieutenant Brannigan presses Moses for a confession. Franklin revisits the crime scene, finding a new angle for the defense.
4Chess Moves and Poker Chips
May 1, 202245 min
While waiting for bond, Moses adjusts to jail. Brannigan opens up to Logan. After stumbling on evidence of police misconduct, Franklin continues to put together a defense. Joshua makes a discovery.
5Over the Wall
May 8, 202243 min
Franklin gets sobering news while Moses reunites with an old acquaintance. Officer Logan gets a new position. Norma holds a barbecue to raise money for Moses’ bail.
6Sins of the Fathers
May 15, 202244 min
Moses fights influences in prison and begins to doubt Franklins motives. Joshua sinks deeper into the Nation as Martha faces pressure from the community. Franklin makes a discovery.
7The Two Trials
May 22, 202245 min
Moses' trial begins; Brannigan testifies; a discovery threatens to derail Franklin's defence; Joshua faces repercussions while Franklin gets an ultimatum.
8Man on Fire
May 29, 202245 min
Franklin faces a setback; Moses takes the stand; a verdict is read.
Cast
Courtney B. Vance
Franklin Roberts
