Shades of Blue 2016
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What is Shades of Blue?
"Shades of Blue" is a television series that premiered in 2016. The show revolves around a New York City detective who is also a single mother.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2016
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 36
- Runtime
- 42 minutes
- First aired
- Jan 7, 2016
- Last aired
- Aug 19, 2018
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- NBC
- Genres
- Drama, Crime
- Updated
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"Shades of Blue" is a television series that premiered in 2016. The show revolves around a New York City detective who is also a single mother. This detective has formed close relationships with a group of fellow law enforcement officers. The series explores the complexities of their relationships and the moral choices they face. The main character's daughter is described as honest and talented. The detective is eventually confronted by the FBI, which forces her to make a difficult decision. The show touches on themes of love, loyalty, honor, and betrayal. The detective must navigate these complex emotions and make choices that will impact her daughter's future. The series delves into the consequences of the main character's actions and the consequences of her choices.
Should you watch it?
“A New York detective balances motherhood with a dangerous life among corrupt cops.”
- Strong central performance as a conflicted detective
- Explores loyalty and betrayal in a gritty urban setting
- Highlights the challenges of single parenthood in crime drama
- Adult themes and violence may not suit all viewers
Watch it if you enjoy morally complex police dramas set in a bustling city.
The series contains adult language, violence, and ethical dilemmas, making it suitable for mature audiences.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 13 episodes
- E1 Pilot Jan 7, 2016
- E2 Original Sin Jan 14, 2016
- E3 False Face, False Heart Jan 21, 2016
- E4 Who Can Tell Me Who I Am? Jan 28, 2016
- E5 Equal & Opposite Feb 4, 2016
- E6 Fall of Man Feb 11, 2016
- E7 Undiscovered Country Feb 18, 2016
- E8 Good Cop, Bad Cop Feb 25, 2016
- E9 Live Wire Act Mar 3, 2016
- E10 What Devil Do Mar 10, 2016
- E11 The Breach Mar 17, 2016
- E12 For I Have Sinned Mar 24, 2016
- E13 One Last Lie Mar 31, 2016
Season 2 · 13 episodes
- E1 Unforgiven Mar 5, 2017
- E2 Eye Of The Hurricane Mar 12, 2017
- E3 Ghost Hunt Mar 19, 2017
- E4 Daddy's Girl Mar 26, 2017
- E5 Sweet Caroline Apr 2, 2017
- E6 Fracture Apr 9, 2017
- E7 A House Divided Apr 16, 2017
- E8 Unpaid Debts Apr 23, 2017
- E9 Chaos Is Come Again Apr 30, 2017
- E10 Whoever Fights Monsters May 7, 2017
- E11 The Quality of Mercy May 14, 2017
- E12 Behind the Mask May 21, 2017
- E13 Broken Dolls May 21, 2017
Season 3 · 10 episodes
- E1 Good Police Jun 17, 2018
- E2 The Hollow Crown Jun 24, 2018
- E3 That Way Madness Lies Jul 1, 2018
- E4 A Walking Shadow Jul 8, 2018
- E5 The Blue Wall Jul 15, 2018
- E6 The Reckoning Jul 22, 2018
- E7 Straight Through the Heart Jul 29, 2018
- E8 Cry Havoc Aug 5, 2018
- E9 Goodnight, Sweet Prince Aug 12, 2018
- E10 By Virtue Fall Aug 19, 2018
Frequently asked questions
What is the main character's job?
Harlee Santos works as a detective for the New York Police Department.
Is the show a comedy?
No, it is a drama that focuses on crime and moral conflict.
Does the series involve family themes?
Yes, it follows Santos as a single mother concerned about her daughter's future.
Are there supernatural elements?
No, the story is grounded in realistic police and criminal activity.
Is it appropriate for younger viewers?
The series is rated TV‑14 for adult themes and violence, so it is not intended for younger audiences.