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Shark 2006

“It takes a predator to put one away.”

★ 6.7/10 · 103 votes TV-14 DramaMysteryCrime 2 seasons · 38 eps Canceled
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What is Shark?

Shark is an American legal drama television series created by Ian Biederman that aired on CBS from September 21, 2006, to May 20, 2008. The series stars James Woods as Sebastian Stark, a well-known Los Angeles attorney.

Type
TV series
Year
2006
Status
Canceled
Episodes
38
Runtime
45 minutes
First aired
Sep 21, 2006
Last aired
May 20, 2008
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
CBS
Genres
Drama, Mystery, Crime
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Overview

Shark is an American legal drama television series created by Ian Biederman that aired on CBS from September 21, 2006, to May 20, 2008. The series stars James Woods as Sebastian Stark, a well-known Los Angeles attorney. The narrative follows Stark, a notorious defense attorney who becomes disillusioned with his career after successfully defending a wife-abuser, an action that results in the wife's death. After struggling with this event for over a month, Stark is invited by the Los Angeles district attorney to transition into the role of a public prosecutor. He accepts the position, choosing to apply his unorthodox and effective legal talents toward putting guilty individuals in prison rather than keeping them on the street. The show features a cast that includes Danielle Panabaker, Sophina Brown, and Sarah Carter. CBS cancelled the series on May 10, 2008, after the production of two seasons. The program is distinct from unrelated topics such as kitchen appliances or marine biology.

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Should you watch it?

“A high-profile defense attorney transitions to the prosecution after a moral crisis changes his perspective.”

Reasons to watch
  • compelling character transformation
  • fast-paced legal maneuvering
Keep in mind
  • unorthodox professional methods
  • moral ambiguity

Watch it if you enjoy legal dramas centered on a protagonist seeking redemption through the justice system.

The series deals with mature themes regarding crime and the legal system.

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Season 1 · 22 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 16 episodes

Frequently asked questions

What is the premise of the show?

A defense attorney leaves his career to become a public prosecutor after a case goes wrong.

Why does the main character change his career path?

He becomes disillusioned after his successful defense of a client leads to a tragic outcome.

What is the protagonist's name?

The main character is Sebastian Stark.

Where does the show take place?

The series is set in Los Angeles.

What is the protagonist's new role?

He serves as a public prosecutor.