Designated Survivor

[Icelandic Woman]

Did anyone watch this? What did you think?

I wasn't sure I was going to because I have never liked Kiefer Sutherland. He has always seemed like an arrogant jerk to me. I met him IRL on a movie set back in the early 90's when I was living in Seattle and it just reaffirmed my opinion of him. But I do like his Dad Donald.

But I was curious about the premise of the show and I do like Maggie Q (I am glad she found another show after CBS cancelled Stalker) so I did watch.
I thought it was okay. I may give it a little more time but I am not sure I will stick with it.
BUT those 50's glasses he wears have to go!

[justme]

I missed the first couple minutes, I came in right as they started reacting to everyone dying.

I think it could be interesting. I'm neither here nor there about the guy, but I didn't like 24 (ugh, the premise is so fake).

[billisonboard]

Did they indicate which position the "designated survivor" held prior to the attack?  I did quick research and didn't see it.  I will work to find it or if someone wants to put it up under a spoiler button I won't mind.  Thanks

[Icelandic Woman]

Sept 23, 2016 11:57:19 GMT -5 billisonboard said:

Did they indicate which position the "designated survivor" held prior to the attack?  I did quick research and didn't see it.  I will work to find it or if someone wants to put it up under a spoiler button I won't mind.  Thanks

I don't think it was a secret so a spoiler really not necessary. Yes his position was mentioned quite often in the episode. He was the HUD Secretary.

[justme]

Sept 23, 2016 12:08:44 GMT -5 Icelandic Woman said:

Sept 23, 2016 11:57:19 GMT -5 billisonboard said:

Did they indicate which position the "designated survivor" held prior to the attack?  I did quick research and didn't see it.  I will work to find it or if someone wants to put it up under a spoiler button I won't mind.  Thanks

I don't think it was a secret so a spoiler really not necessary. Yes his position was mentioned quite often in the episode. He was the HUD Secretary.

And apparently had just recently been asked to resign, but I missed that part as it was in the first few minutes.

[Icelandic Woman]

Sept 23, 2016 12:14:20 GMT -5 justme said:

Sept 23, 2016 12:08:44 GMT -5 Icelandic Woman said:

I don't think it was a secret so a spoiler really not necessary. Yes his position was mentioned quite often in the episode. He was the HUD Secretary.

And apparently had just recently been asked to resign, but I missed that part as it was in the first few minutes.

Not exactly resign. He was being offered an ambassadorship in Canada instead.

[justme]

Sept 23, 2016 12:16:16 GMT -5 Icelandic Woman said:

Sept 23, 2016 12:14:20 GMT -5 justme said:

And apparently had just recently been asked to resign, but I missed that part as it was in the first few minutes.

Not exactly resign. He was being offered an ambassadorship in Canada instead.

Ah. See what all I missed? Though I guess that's basically a huge demotion and basically a nice way to fire someone based on the way some other characters were talking.

[Icelandic Woman]

Sept 23, 2016 12:17:41 GMT -5 justme said:

Sept 23, 2016 12:16:16 GMT -5 Icelandic Woman said:

Not exactly resign. He was being offered an ambassadorship in Canada instead.

Ah. See what all I missed? Though I guess that's basically a huge demotion and basically a nice way to fire someone based on the way some other characters were talking.

Yes exactly that!

[movingforward]

I haven't watched it yet but it is on my watch list with Hulu.  Like you said, I am very interested in the premise of the show. 

[movingforward]

I watched this Sunday night.  I am interested in the storyline and seeing how his character evolves.  So far I like it.

[movingforward]

Looks like it has been picked up for a full season.  The ratings and response must have been favorable.

[Icelandic Woman]

I haven't watched this weeks episode yet. Too much to watch too little time. LOL

[movingforward]

I haven't watched this week's episode yet either. 

[movingforward]

I watched the 2nd episode last night (nope - didn't watch the debate!) and I am starting to really like this show. 

[Icelandic Woman]

Oct 5, 2016 13:09:35 GMT -5 movingforward said:

I watched the 2nd episode last night (nope - didn't watch the debate!) and I am starting to really like this show. 

I watched the 2nd episode last night. Yep I think this one is a keeper even though I don't like Kiefer.

[dee27]

I think the show will be worth watching. Unlike a lot of new shows, it has a plot that is progressing.

[Icelandic Woman]

I forgot to mention I have always liked Virginia Madsen and am happy to see her on the show. So Kiefer aside I pretty much like the rest of the cast.

[tcu2003]

I've seen the first couple of episodes and so far, I like it.

[ZaireinHD]

I only was interested at first because of Keifer Sutherland

but then when it came time and the show started. I felt I really don't want to get into another drama, and another President drama. (Lost Ship / Scandal).

then 3 episodes saved and I was so close to just delete and remove the series. but one night I was sick and coughing and couldn't go to sleep. so I binged all three episodes and like the show and don't or didn't have to force myself to keep watching. as I am now interested in the characters.

[tcu2003]

Anyone still watching this? I wish I could figure out what the deal is with the congressman who survived...can't remember his name.

[whoisjohngalt]

Yep, still watching.  TiVoed last night episode, though.

[Icelandic Woman]

Yep still watching. I am a week behind.

[dee27]

tcu,


The congressman who survived is either being manipulated by those in charge of the bombing or he is part of the conspiracy.
His character appears clueless and apathetic; therefore, it is difficult to determine where his allegiance lies.

[whoisjohngalt]

Is anyone still watching it?  Will Maggie Q survive??

[tcu2003]

Dec 11, 2016 23:54:13 GMT -5 whoisjohngalt said:

Is anyone still watching it?  Will Maggie Q survive??

I'm still watching. I think she'll survive, but no idea why other than I don't think they'll write off her character (yet, at least).

[whoisjohngalt]

Dec 12, 2016 0:00:38 GMT -5 tcu2003 said:

Dec 11, 2016 23:54:13 GMT -5 whoisjohngalt said:

Is anyone still watching it?  Will Maggie Q survive??

I'm still watching. I think she'll survive, but no idea why other than I don't think they'll write off her character (yet, at least).

I hope you right.

I have such love-hate relationship with those type of shows- I like the suspense, but I also hate that so many things need to be "set straight"

I hope her boss gets released and there is a happy ending.

[tcu2003]

Ditto on the love-hate relationship. It drives me crazy that we know the VP pick/surviving senator is a bad guy, but the President does not, and who knows if it'll be revealed to him and the female senator before his nomination is confirmed.

[whoisjohngalt]

Right   But I guess that's the whole "thing" of the show LOL

[tcu2003]

Seriously, we have to wait until MARCH for then next new episode!??!!??

And we know someone high up in the previous administration, a secret service agent, McLeash (sp?) and his wife are all involved.

[whoisjohngalt]

I don't get those "winter breaks" that shows now have.