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Shots Fired

2017TV-141 season5.6 / 10

Some lines are meant to be crossed.

A media storm sets off when an African-American cop kills a white teenager in a small North Carolina town.

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Synopsis

A media storm sets off when an African-American cop kills a white teenager in a small North Carolina town.

Season 1 episodes

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Episode 1

Hour One: Pilot

45m3.0 / 10

A white teenager is killed by a black cop during a police shooting, leading an expert investigator and a special prosecutor to examine the case and grapple with media attention, public debate and the social unrest.

Episode credits

Directed by Gina Prince-BythewoodWritten by Reggie Rock Bythewood, Gina Prince-BythewoodGuest stars Jill Hennessy, Beau Knapp, Shamier Anderson, Marqus Clae, Angel Bonanni, Edwina Findley, Alicia Sanz, Laila Lockhart Kraner

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Episode 2

Hour Two: Betrayal of Trust

45m2.7 / 10

A controversial video leaks that features Deputy Beck, creating a new challenge for Ashe and Preston. Suspicions rise around Pastor Janae when it's revealed that she had a run-in with Joey and a witness goes missing in the case of Joey's murder.

Episode credits

Directed by Millicent SheltonWritten by Mick BetancourtGuest stars J. Alphonse Nicholson, Xavier Shelton

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Episode 3

Hour Three: Somebody's Son

45m4.0 / 10

Ashe and Preston examine evidence in both cases and go on a dangerous manhunt for credible witnesses. The political implications of both cases begin to rise and Eamons' biggest competition seeks out Jesse'e mother.

Episode credits

Directed by Anthony HemingwayWritten by Denitria Harris-LawrenceGuest stars Clam Sepulveda

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Episode 4

Hour Four: Truth

45m1.0 / 10

After Cory opens up about what he witnessed the night of Joey Campbell's death, Ashe and Preston must decide if his word will be enough to go up against the entire sheriff's department. To help demonstrate the worthiness of their case, the two go after any substantial evidence they can find that will prove the deaths of Joey Campbell and Jesse Carr are somehow linked.

Episode credits

Directed by Malcolm D. LeeWritten by Reggie Rock BythewoodGuest stars Drew Starkey, Clam Sepulveda

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Episode 5

Hour Five: Before the Storm

45m1.0 / 10

Cory reveals some key details about the night Joey Campbell was murdered, allowing Preston and Ashe to zero in on the people whom they believe were involved in his death. Their list of suspects grows significantly when they realize a long-standing program in place at the Sheriff's Department may have taken some liberties in the town of Gate Station.

Episode credits

Directed by Kasi LemmonsWritten by Marissa Jo CerarGuest stars Clam Sepulveda

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Episode 6

Hour Six: The Fire This Time

45m1.0 / 10

The tension heats up in Gate Station as a violent riot erupts between the citizens and the police. Meanwhile, Ashe and Preston confront Governor Eamons regarding their latest suspicions in Joey's murder, Ashe takes matters into her own hands when it comes to Javier and Preston sits down with Beck.

Episode credits

Directed by Jonathan DemmeWritten by Jeff StetsonGuest stars Clam Sepulveda

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Episode 7

Hour Seven: Content of Their Character

45m1.0 / 10

Another team is tasked with investigating the case, but Preston remains dedicated to finding out the truth as a witness is placed in potential danger.

Episode credits

Directed by John David ColesWritten by J. David ShanksGuest stars J. David Shanks, Clam Sepulveda, Xavier Shelton

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Episode 8

Hour Eight: Rock Bottom

45m1.0 / 10

Preston and Ashe discover a possible murder weapon for the Joey Campbell case and are feel pressured to use it to find the identity of Joey's killer.

Episode credits

Directed by Gina Prince-BythewoodWritten by Gina Prince-BythewoodGuest stars Clam Sepulveda

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Episode 9

Hour Nine: Come to Jesus

45m1.0 / 10

In light of a surprising discovery about the Auxiliary Deputy program, the investigation puts the Sheriff's Department under further scrutiny.

Episode credits

Directed by Ami Canaan MannWritten by Denitria Harris-Lawrence, Christopher Lee Bythewood, Mick BetancourtGuest stars Clam Sepulveda

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Episode 10

Hour Ten: Last Dance

45m1.0 / 10finale

In the series finale, the hearings for both cases are held and, as Preston presents the facts to the jurors, the truth behind each shooting is revealed. Meanwhile, Pastor Janae and other petitioners gather outside the courtroom in anticipation of the results, hoping for a better future. After the Sheriff's Department loses one of its own, it becomes clear who is really to blame.

Episode credits

Directed by Reggie Rock BythewoodWritten by Reggie Rock Bythewood, Marissa Jo CerarGuest stars Clam Sepulveda

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Episode information updated Nov 15, 2026

More about Shots Fired

Cast

Sanaa LathanAshe Akino
Stephan JamesPreston Terry
Stephen MoyerLieutenant Breeland
Will PattonSheriff Daniel Platt
Tristan Mack WildsDeputy Joshua Beck
Aisha HindsPastor Janae James
DeWanda WiseShameeka Campbell
Clare-Hope AshiteyKerry Beck

Credits

Created by
Reggie Rock Bythewood, Gina Prince-Bythewood
Written by
Reggie Rock Bythewood, Gina Prince-Bythewood, Mick Betancourt, Denitria Harris-Lawrence, Marissa Jo Cerar, J. David Shanks, Jeff Stetson, Christopher Lee Bythewood

Production details

Status
Ended
Series type
Miniseries
Episodes
10
Original language
English

Networks & production

  • FOXUnited States
  • Undisputed CinemaUnited States
  • 20th Century Fox TelevisionUnited States
  • Imagine Television StudiosUnited States

Themes

cover-upjusticepoliceracismsmall town