TV series
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.
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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.
Cast, crew and production details
Courtney B. VanceFranklin Roberts
Tosin ColeMoses Johnson
Bentley GreenJoshua Johnson
Holt McCallanyLt. Brannigan
Aunjanue Ellis-TaylorMartha Roberts
Andrene Ward-HammondNorma Johnson
Mark O'BrienOfficer Logan
Deanna Reed-FosterGloria Hendrix
The CWUnited States
AMCUnited States
AMC StudiosUnited States
Outlier SocietyUnited States
The LighthouseUnited Kingdom
BBC StudiosUnited KingdomWatch options above are for the show and may vary by season or episode.
Episode 1
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.
Directed by Marta CunninghamWritten by Peter MoffatGuest stars Emily Althaus, Kevin Tre'von Patterson
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Episode 2
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.
Directed by Marta CunninghamGuest stars Emily Althaus
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Episode 3
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.
Guest stars Kara Zediker, Ken Bradley, Laurent Crawford, Kevin Tre'von Patterson
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Episode 4
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.
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Episode 5
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.
Guest stars Emily Althaus, Chris McClure
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Episode 6
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.
Guest stars Deanna Reed-Foster, Emily Althaus, Kevin Tre'von Patterson
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Episode 7
Moses' trial begins; Brannigan testifies; a discovery threatens to derail Franklin's defence; Joshua faces repercussions while Franklin gets an ultimatum.
Guest stars Emily Althaus
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Episode 8
Franklin faces a setback; Moses takes the stand; a verdict is read.
Guest stars Emily Althaus
Where to watch 61st StreetEpisode information updated Jul 22, 2026
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