A riveting drama about a modern day monarchy, a contemporary re-telling of the timeless tale of David and Goliath. This series is an epic story of greed and power, war and romance, forbidden loves and secret alliances -- and a young hero who rises to power in a modern-day kingdom.
A riveting drama about a modern day monarchy, a contemporary re-telling of the timeless tale of David and Goliath. This series is an epic story of greed and power, war and romance, forbidden loves and secret alliances -- and a young hero who rises to power in a modern-day kingdom.
Season 1 episodes
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Episode 1
Goliath (1)
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Parts 1 and 2 of the special two hour premiere episode, in which battles between the neighboring nations of Gilboa and Gath rage. One soldier named David Shepherd, takes action when he sees prisoners of war taken. After crossing enemy lines to rescue them, he is told he just saved the king of Gilboa's son. His life forever changes in that moment.
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Directed by Francis LawrenceWritten by Michael GreenGuest stars John Rothman, Becky Ann Baker, Dennis Boutsikaris, Michael Mosley, Jason Antoon, Armando Riesco, Wes Studi, Marlyne Barrett
Parts 1 and 2 of the special two hour premiere episode, in which battles between the neighboring nations of Gilboa and Gath rage. One soldier named David Shepherd, takes action when he sees prisoners of war taken. After crossing enemy lines to rescue them, he is told he just saved the king of Gilboa's son. His life forever changes in that moment.
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Directed by Francis LawrenceWritten by Michael GreenGuest stars John Rothman, Becky Ann Baker, Michael Mosley, Jason Antoon, Armando Riesco, Wes Studi, Marlyne Barrett, Joel Marsh Garland
As Queen Rose gets the mansion ready for the Gath military, King Silas and General Abner begin to plot against David Shepherd. However, when David is not at the peace treaty signing, the Gath leaders begin to question the ceremony. Meanwhile, William works to weaken the King's power; and Jack, angry about his parents' treatment, goes on a shopping spree.
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Directed by Adam Davidson, Francis LawrenceGuest stars John Rothman, Becky Ann Baker, Michael Mosley, Jason Antoon, Wes Studi, Marlyne Barrett, Joel Marsh Garland, Reed Birney
Queen Rose prepares for First Night. She expects Silas to be here for the entire event but Seth, his illegitimate son, has become very ill. Helen begs him to come to his side. Jack invites David to a night on the town with his friends from the army. Michelle on learning that David followed Jack instead of being at the Ballet decides to chat up with a very old friend, Paul Ash.
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Directed by Adam DavidsonWritten by Michael GreenGuest stars Michael Arden, Ajay Naidu, Michael Stahl-David, Jason Antoon, Armando Riesco, Annalaina Marks, Marlyne Barrett, Joel Marsh Garland
Silas leverages Port Prosperity during negotiations with Gath, testing David's loyalties. Elsewhere, Gilboa's citizens rebel against Silas' decision, causing Michelle to take action, and William tries to convince Jack to disobey his father.
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Directed by Adam DavidsonGuest stars Becky Ann Baker, Tom Guiry, Jason Antoon, Wes Studi, Marlyne Barrett, Joel Marsh Garland, Michael Crane, Leslie Bibb
Today is Judgment Day, an annual tradition in which Silas will preside over 10 cases by it's end. David and Michelle are divided when both want the 10th case spot. Elsewhere, the king's nephew is released from exile, and Jack and Katrina find themselves growing closer during their quest for power.
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Directed by Clark JohnsonWritten by Julie MartinGuest stars Becky Ann Baker, Ajay Naidu, Tom Guiry, Michael Stahl-David, Jason Antoon, Paul Diomede, Marlyne Barrett, Joel Marsh Garland
When Gath's dangerous request threatens the peace treaty, Jack and David head to Gath to shore it up. Elsewhere, Michelle's health-care bill has caused her problems, and Silas takes steps to keep the city from being ravaged by a plague.
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Directed by Tucker GatesGuest stars Jenna Stern, Roger Guenveur Smith, Lee Tergesen, Wes Studi, Michael Crane, Steve Rosen, Clarke Thorell, Steven Rishard
A blackout interrupts the birthday celebration being held for King Silas, and may put the whole royal family in danger. Michelle and David get a chance to be alone due to this blackout, and gives Jack an opportunity to engage in his secret double life without being noticed. Meanwhile, Silas' future may be threatened by a decision from past.
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Directed by Akiva GoldsmanWritten by Michael GreenGuest stars Saffron Burrows, Michael Arden, Becky Ann Baker, Dennis Boutsikaris, Michael Mosley, Wes Studi, Marlyne Barrett, Michael Crane
Silas reveals part of his life outside of the palace, after he and David go to the country. Meanwhile, Rose tries to keep Michelle and Jack's secrets under wraps.
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Directed by Ed Bianchi, Akiva GoldsmanWritten by Michael Green, David SchulnerGuest stars Michael Arden, Jason Antoon, Eric Feldman, Marlyne Barrett, Joel Marsh Garland, Sarita Choudhury, Zack Robidas, Clarke Thorell
David is sent to recover the Charter of Gilboa, and learns some news of his father's death. Jack and Katrina announce their engagement, causing issues within the royal family.
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Directed by Adam KaneWritten by David SchulnerGuest stars Becky Ann Baker, Titus Welliver, Jason Antoon, Marlyne Barrett, Joel Marsh Garland, Michael Crane, Steve Rosen, Leslie Bibb
When David is arrested for treason, Silas hands the trial to Jack to deal with.
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Directed by Clark JohnsonGuest stars Becky Ann Baker, Jason Antoon, Armando Riesco, Marlyne Barrett, Joel Marsh Garland, Michael Crane, Josh Berresford, Ami Brabson
After imprisoning Jack and David for treason, Silas continues with his plan to hand over Port Prosperity to long-time enemy Gath. Meanwhile, Michelle seeks a way to keep David alive.
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Directed by Ed BianchiWritten by Kara Lee CorthronGuest stars Michael Stahl-David, Jason Antoon, Marlyne Barrett, Joel Marsh Garland, Reed Birney, Michael Crane, Sarita Choudhury, Brian Cox
Jack and William make plans for Jack to take his father's place as King of Gilboa. To everyone's surprise, Silas is alive and David escapes Shiloh to warn Silas about the chaos to come.
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Directed by Tucker GatesWritten by Michael GreenGuest stars Jason Antoon, Peter Francis James, Marlyne Barrett, Joel Marsh Garland, Reed Birney, Michael Crane, Macaulay Culkin, Kathleen Mealia
