Designated Survivor

A lower-level cabinet member becomes president of the United States after a catastrophic attack on the U.S. Capitol.

Hours after the attack on the Capitol, President Kirkman steps into his role as Commander-in-Chief in the midst of chaos and confusion.

President Kirkman his staff work to keep a high-level White House security breach a secret just as he’s about to give his first interview.

Kirkman learns who is behind the attack and needs to grapple not only with the prospect of war, but brewing domestic troubles as well.

Realizing his attempts at diplomacy with Algeria have failed, Kirkman sends Navy SEALs on a mission that will define his presidency.

When shots ring out at The White House during a Governors Summit, Kirkman’s plans at electing a new Congress are thrown into turmoil.