TV series
No alliance lasts forever.
Amid an international crisis, a US diplomat contends with her high-profile job as ambassador to the UK and her strained marriage to a political star.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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Amid an international crisis, a US diplomat contends with her high-profile job as ambassador to the UK and her strained marriage to a political star.
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Episode 1
Amid a growing constitutional crisis, the staff scrambles to stage an impromptu inauguration, while Hal exploits the chaos behind the scenes.
Directed by Alex GravesWritten by Debora CahnGuest stars Celia Imrie, Nana Mensah, Miguel Sandoval, Penny Downie, Adam Silver, Tim Delap, Richard Dillane, Graham Miller
Episode 2
Kate weighs a compelling offer. Eidra faces scrutiny over fallout from the Roylin debacle. Stuart pitches a proposal that goes far deeper than policy.
Directed by Alex GravesWritten by Anna HagenGuest stars Celia Imrie, Nana Mensah, Penny Downie, Tim Delap, Kenichiro Thomson, Georgie Henley, Graham Miller, Sandy Amon-Schwartz
Episode 3
As the nation pauses to mourn, Grace considers the framework of her administration. Private strain threatens Kate and Hal's polished public image.
Directed by Tucker GatesWritten by Eli AttieGuest stars Nana Mensah, Adam Silver, Richard Dillane, Graham Miller, Rosaline Elbay, Allison Janney, Damian Young, Raphael Sbarge
Episode 4
Kate's unique role grants her access to anyone she wants — except the one person she needs. Dennison puts actionable intelligence to personal use.
Directed by Tucker GatesWritten by Jessica BrickmanGuest stars Miguel Sandoval, Penny Downie, Tim Delap, Kenichiro Thomson, Georgie Henley, Richard Dillane, Graham Miller, Sandy Amon-Schwartz
Episode 5
Forced to play the perfect couple, Kate and Hal confront a looming problem in international waters and a development that could torpedo U.S. credibility.
Directed by Liza JohnsonWritten by Peter NoahGuest stars Penny Downie, Georgie Henley, Graham Miller, Rosaline Elbay, Aidan Turner, Janet Amsden, Paul Jerricho, Alexander Hanson
Episode 6
At an emergency strategy session, Grace weighs unthinkable choices, while Kate rolls the dice on a gamble that could alter the course of history.
Directed by Liza JohnsonWritten by Debora Cahn, Peter AckermanGuest stars Nana Mensah, Rosaline Elbay, Allison Janney, Bradley Whitford, Jun Kim, Carol Mazhuvancheril, Christian Ochoa Lavernia, Nancy Rodriguez
Episode 7
Sequestered inside Winfield House as embassies go on alert and allies fall silent, Kate and Callum race to contain a potential disaster.
Directed by Alex GravesWritten by Julianna Dudley MeagherGuest stars Nana Mensah, Miguel Sandoval, Penny Downie, Graham Miller, Christian Ochoa Lavernia, Emma Blyth, Aidan Turner, Octavia Chavez-Richmond
Episode 8
Kate must use all her leverage and political instincts to avert a catastrophe at a high-stakes summit — with the fate of nations hanging in the balance.
Directed by Alex GravesWritten by Debora CahnGuest stars Nana Mensah, Pandora Colin, Allison Janney, Bradley Whitford, Jun Kim, Aidan Turner, Tracy Ifeachor, Nigel Gore
Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
Keri RussellAmbassador Kate Wyler
Rufus SewellHal Wyler
David GyasiForeign Secretary Austin Dennison
Ali AhnEidra Park
Rory KinnearPrime Minister Nicol Trowbridge
Ato EssandohStuart Hayford
Celia ImrieMeg Roylin
Nana MensahBillie Appiah
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