---
title: "Shooter"
year: 2016
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/shooter-2016"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 66857
imdb_id: "tt4181172"
status: "Canceled"
seasons_count: 3
episodes_count: 31
community_rating: 7.2
vote_count: 729
content_rating: "TV-14"
---

# Shooter (2016) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/shooter-2016

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Shooter is a television series that follows the journey of Bob Lee Swagger, a highly decorated former Marine sniper. The narrative centers on Swagger as he is coaxed back into action after learning of a plot to kill the president. Once he returns to service, he finds himself framed for murder. The program aired on the USA Network on Thursdays at 10:00 pm. Each episode has a runtime of approximately 43 minutes and is broadcast in both high-definition and standard-definition formats. In addition to its original network run, the streaming service Netflix began broadcasting the series in certain regions worldwide. The first season was made available on a weekly basis starting November 15, 2016. The show is based on the premise of an expert marksman who must navigate a dangerous conspiracy involving the assassination of the United States President.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A retired expert marksman is pulled from exile to thwart a plot against the president."

### Why Watch
- intense action sequences
- high-stakes political plot

### Caveats & Content Note
- complex narrative threads
- Tone & Suitability: The series contains sequences of intense violence and firearms-related action.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: suspenseful, action-oriented, conspiratorial

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Apple TV Channel, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Basic with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | None | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | Stan | None | Apple TV Store, Fetch TV |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (10 Episodes)
## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 31
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 5 (16%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 26 (84%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Creative Credits

- **Created by**: John Hlavin
- **Networks / Studios**: USA Network

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Ryan Phillippe** as *Bob Lee Swagger*
- **Shantel VanSanten** as *Julie Swagger*
- **Cynthia Addai-Robinson** as *Nadine Memphis*
- **Omar Epps** as *Isaac Johnson*
- **Lexy Kolker** as *Mary Swagger*
- **Jesse Bradford** as *Harris Downey*
- **Matt Shallenberger** as *John Wheeler*
- **Delaina Mitchell** as *Anna Wallingford*
- **Eddie McClintock** as *Jack Payne*
- **Gerald McRaney** as *Red Bama Sr.*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the series about?
It follows a marksman who returns to action to prevent an assassination attempt on the president.

### Q: Who is the protagonist?
The main character is Bob Lee Swagger.

### Q: What is the character's background?
He is an expert marksman who was living in exile.

### Q: Why does the protagonist return?
He is coaxed back into action after learning of a plot to kill the president.

### Q: Is the series a thriller?
Yes, the plot focuses on a high-stakes conspiracy involving an assassination attempt.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Shooter (TV series) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shooter_(TV_series))
- [Shooter (2007) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0822854/)
- [Shooting Games Play on CrazyGames](https://www.crazygames.com/c/shooting)
- [Teen California library shooter identified as Bradley Scott Sayer](https://nypost.com/2026/06/23/us-news/teen-california-library-shooter-identified-as-bradley-scott-sayer/)
- [Prime Video: Shooter, Season 1](https://www.primevideo.com/detail/0JGHTOP42XJ68BKT0C29FT9Q6M/)
- [Watch Shooter | Netflix](https://www.netflix.com/title/80109194)

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