---
title: "Graceland"
year: 2013
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/graceland-2013"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 47318
imdb_id: "tt2393813"
status: "Canceled"
seasons_count: 3
episodes_count: 38
runtime_minutes: 42
community_rating: 7.2
vote_count: 133
content_rating: "TV-14"
---

# Graceland (2013) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/graceland-2013

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

"Graceland" is a television series set in Southern California. The show takes place in a beachfront property that has been seized and converted into a residence for undercover law enforcement agents. These agents are from various agencies, including the DEA, FBI, and Customs. They live in the house unofficially known as "Graceland." The series revolves around a new FBI agent, a recent graduate who has graduated at the top of his class. This agent's arrival could potentially impact the lives of the existing agents, including a legendary FBI agent named Paul Briggs. The show is based on actual events.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Undercover agents from different government agencies live together in a seized Southern California beachfront property."

### Why Watch
- features a diverse cast of undercover agents
- based on actual events

### Caveats & Content Note
- the series was cancelled after three seasons
- Tone & Suitability: The series is rated TV-14 for its crime, drama, and action themes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: crime, drama, action, suspense

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Hulu | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | None | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | 7plus | Apple TV Store |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (12 Episodes)
## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 38
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 8 (21%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 30 (79%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Creative Credits

- **Created by**: Jeff Eastin
- **Networks / Studios**: USA Network

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Daniel Sunjata** as *Paul Briggs*
- **Aaron Tveit** as *Mike Warren*
- **Vanessa Ferlito** as *Catherine "Charlie" DeMarco*
- **Serinda Swan** as *Paige Arkin*
- **Manny Montana** as *Joe "Johnny" Tuturro*
- **Brandon Jay McLaren** as *Dale "DJ" Jakes*
- **Jamie Gray Hyder** as *Lucia Solano*
- **Erik Valdez** as *Carlito Solano*
- **Rhys Coiro** as *Ari Adamian*
- **Pedro Pascal** as *Juan Badillo*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is Graceland about?
It follows a group of DEA, FBI, and Customs agents living in a seized beachfront property.

### Q: Who created the series?
The series was created by Jeff Eastin.

### Q: When did the show air?
It premiered on the USA Network on June 6, 2013, and ran for three seasons.

### Q: Who stars in the series?
The cast includes Daniel Sunjata, Aaron Tveit, Vanessa Ferlito, and Manny Montana.

### Q: Is the story based on real events?
Yes, the series is based upon actual events.

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*