S1·E1 Pilot
- Episode
- Season 1, Episode 1
- Air Date
- September 21, 2016
- Runtime
- 44 minutes
- Director
- Paul McGuigan
- Writer
- David Guggenheim
- Score
- 7.6/10 (52 TMDB votes)
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Synopsis
Lower-level cabinet member Tom Kirkman becomes President of the United States after a catastrophic attack on the U.S. Capitol. Kirkman must keep the country and his family safe while leading the search for the those responsible for the attack.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 1 Episode 1 of Designated Survivor air?
Season 1, Episode 1 ('Pilot') originally aired on September 21, 2016.
How long is Season 1 Episode 1 ('Pilot')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 44 minutes.
What happens in Designated Survivor Season 1 Episode 1?
Lower-level cabinet member Tom Kirkman becomes President of the United States after a catastrophic attack on the U.S. Capitol. Kirkman must keep the country and his family safe while leading the search for the those responsible for the attack....
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