---
title: "The Beast"
year: 2009
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-beast-2009"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 16386
imdb_id: "tt1103968"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 1
episodes_count: 13
runtime_minutes: 43
community_rating: 7.1
vote_count: 36
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Beast (2009) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-beast-2009

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The television series "The Beast" is a crime and drama show that features an unorthodox but effective FBI veteran agent who takes on a rookie partner. This agent trains the rookie in a hard-edged, psychologically driven approach towards undercover work. The job takes its toll on the rookie, and an Internal Affairs team tries to enlist him as a double-agent in the bureau's investigation of his partner. The series received largely positive reviews from critics, but it garnered low Nielsen ratings and was cancelled. It was created by Kario Salem and premiered on a television network, although the specific network and exact date of premiere are not specified.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A veteran FBI agent pushes his rookie partner into lethal, high‑stakes undercover work."

### Why Watch
- Compelling mentor‑rookie dynamic
- High‑stakes tension in undercover missions

### Caveats & Content Note
- Cancelled after one season due to low ratings
- Limited episode count
- Tone & Suitability: Rated 13+, the series contains intense violence and psychological stress, suited for mature teens and adults.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: undercover, gritty, psychological, tense

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | fuboTV, Howdy Amazon Channel | The Roku Channel, Tubi TV | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | None | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (13 Episodes)
## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 13
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 3 (23%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 10 (77%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Creative Credits

- **Created by**: Vincent Angell, William L. Rotko
- **Networks / Studios**: A&E

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Patrick Swayze** as *Charles Barker*
- **Travis Fimmel** as *Ellis Dove*
- **Kevin J. O'Connor** as *Harry Conrad*
- **Lindsay Pulsipher** as *Rose Lawrence*
- **Lawrence Gilliard Jr.** as *Ray Beaumont*
- **Dion Strowhorn Sr.**
- **Dale Caba**
- **Laura Otto**
- **Bernadette Lords**
- **Tim Krueger**

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: How many episodes were produced?
The series ran for 13 episodes before its cancellation in 2009.

### Q: Why was the show cancelled?
It was cancelled early June 2009 after receiving low Nielsen ratings.

### Q: Which network aired the series?
It aired on A&E in the United States.

### Q: What is the basic premise?
Veteran FBI agent Charles Barker mentors rookie Ellis Dove in a hard‑edged, psychologically driven undercover approach while Internal Affairs pressures the rookie.

### Q: What is the series' rating and tone?
It is a crime drama rated 13+, featuring intense and gritty content.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Beast — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/16386)
- [The Beast (2009 TV series) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Beast_(2009_TV_series))
- [Zvíře / The Beast (2009) | SerialZone.cz](https://www.serialzone.cz/serial/zvire-2009/)
- [The Beast (2001 - 2001) | DIV.cz](https://div.cz/serial/the-beast)
- [The Beast (1916) - FDb.cz](https://www.fdb.cz/film/191410-the-beast)

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