Homeland: Season 7
Season seven of the espionage thriller Homeland begins in the aftermath of an attempted assassination of the President of the United States. Following these events, the political landscape is marked by the imprisonment of two hundred members of the intelligence community. Carrie Mathison, a CIA officer known for her volatile and unpredictable nature due to her bipolar disorder, finds herself outside of the White Hous
Season 7 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Carrie Mathison is a highly skilled but bipolar CIA officer who frequently risks her sanity and personal safety for her work.
- Saul Berenson serves as a long-time mentor and professional guide to Carrie Mathison throughout her career in intelligence.
- The series is an espionage thriller that focuses on covert operations designed to protect the United States from various terrorist threats.
- Carrie Mathison has a history of conducting investigations into potential threats, including past concerns regarding individuals turned by al-Qaeda.
Season overview
Season seven of the espionage thriller Homeland begins in the aftermath of an attempted assassination of the President of the United States. Following these events, the political landscape is marked by the imprisonment of two hundred members of the intelligence community. Carrie Mathison, a CIA officer known for her volatile and unpredictable nature due to her bipolar disorder, finds herself outside of the White House. As the narrative unfolds, Carrie must navigate this precarious environment to demonstrate that the conspiracies surrounding these events are not merely theories. Throughout the season, she continues to rely on the guidance of her long-time mentor, Saul Berenson. As she works to uncover the truth behind the national crisis, Carrie must once again risk her personal well-being and sanity to protect the nation from threats. The season explores the complex intersection of intelligence operations and political instability, as Carrie attempts to reconcile her role as a top field officer with the shifting priorities of the government. Her efforts are central to the ongoing struggle to maintain national security while addressing the fallout from the failed assassination attempt and the subsequent mass detention of intelligence personnel.
Episode Guide
Season 7 Progress Shield
Enemy of the State
Feb 11, 2018 · 58 min
Carrie and Franny are living with Maggie's family in DC. Saul and the federal employees detained after the attempt on the President-elect's life are in prison. President Keane's ad
Rebel Rebel
Feb 18, 2018 · 55 min
Keane is forced to make a show of good faith. A visit to a psychiatrist leaves Carrie rattled. Hidden cameras capture a new face in Wellington's home.
Standoff
Feb 25, 2018 · 49 min
At O'Keefe's hideout, Saul begins negotiations. Carrie learns who the woman caught on camera is. Wellington issues a command behind Keane's back.
Like Bad at Things
Mar 4, 2018 · 46 min
The parking ticket leads Carrie to a series of transactions. O'Keefe loses control of the situation at the compound, and an outsider spreads a rumor.
Active Measures
Mar 11, 2018 · 49 min
Carrie forms a team for an operation targeting Simone Martin. Saul follows a hunch about the hospital photo. Keane asks a widow for a delicate favor.
Species Jump
Mar 18, 2018 · 54 min
Saul consults an expert on Russia and a data scientist. Sen. Paley subpoenas Simone, whose testimony has Carrie re-examining her entire investigation.
Andante
Mar 25, 2018 · 52 min
Saul hunts for Simone's link to Russia. Carrie flees with Franny after a blowout with her sister and later has an eye-opening chat with Dante's ex.
Lies, Amplifiers, F**king Twitter
Apr 1, 2018 · 49 min
Wellington puts pressure on the Russian ambassador. Maggie gives Carrie an ultimatum. Saul and Carrie take extreme steps to get Dante to talk.
Useful Idiot
Apr 8, 2018 · 49 min
Yevgeny learns what happened to Dante. Saul takes a risky chance to uncover Yevgeny's network. Carrie finds out her sister is consulting a lawyer.
Clarity
Apr 15, 2018 · 57 min
Russia expert Sandy tells Saul she suspects Simone is still alive. Carrie faces Maggie in court. Keane's future rests in the vice president's hands.
All In
Apr 22, 2018 · 51 min
Sen. Paley investigates why Saul went to Moscow. Carrie's team launches the operation to exfiltrate Simone. Keane's recent decision backfires.
Paean to the People
Apr 29, 2018 · 61 min
Saul must usher his group out of Russia without raising suspicions. Carrie and Anson race toward the U.S. Embassy. The new president is put to the test.