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Season 1 – Last Resort

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While deep beneath the ocean's surface, the U.S. ballistic missile submarine Colorado receives orders, over a line designated for use only when the homeland has been wiped out, to fire nuclear weapons at Pakistan. When the crew refuses to fire without confirmation of orders, the Colorado is fired on and those aboard declared enemies of the United States. Having no where else to turn, the captain brings the men and women of the Colorado to an island, where they find refuge and a chance at a new life, even as they work to clear their names and go home.
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Last Resort — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

Last Resort is a top-notch conspiracy thriller, with cinema-quality production and riveting action sequences.

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Rob Salem Toronto Star Sep 28, 2012
Can't wait to see how all this plays out. Go to Full Review Ken Tucker Entertainment Weekly Sep 27, 2012
It's all shaping up to being ascribed to a conspiracy, a governmental putsch, that could either prove Last Resort's triumph or undoing as an ongoing compelling drama. Go to Full Review Willa Paskin Salon.com Sep 27, 2012
If Last Resort picks up half of the questions it tosses out, it should be fascinating. Go to Full Review Randy Dankievitch Processed Media Feb 20, 2020
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[A] flawed but entertaining set up for what could be a wildly entertaining - or deeply disappointing - drama. Go to Full Review Peter Martin Esquire Magazine Oct 19, 2018
It's good enough, like Crimson Tide with government conspiracy, but the plot is too specific and dramatically limited to fill a successful TV series. Go to Full Review Jessica Johnson Time Out Chicago Jul 2, 2018
If Last Resort has any fault, it may be that its ambition seems almost impossibly grand. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Grady H @Grady Aug 25, 2026 This series is longer than getting dental implants! It’s action porn! Porn has one sex scene after the other! “Last Resort “ is one action scene after the other! After the 4-5 episode you say ENOUGH! I will go watch something on YouTube! The plot goes nowhere! Worst than soap operas back in the 1960’s! After episodes 7-8 you start thinking I could care less about the plot! This ingrown toenail is killing me! See more jerry S @RT97525081 Jun 23, 2026 Unwatchable woketardery See more Lynn O. @widow25 May 28, 2026 I chanced upon this show, and was immediately drawn in. It's intense - physical, romantic, political intrigue - with some lighthearted moments thrown in to ease the drama. My only disappointment is that is was only one season, but I'm thankful that the producers were given a chance to provide a series ending. See more TrexGrimStud T @RT53439927 Mar 30, 2025 I enjoyed the show for the most part . But there was a line that, but that was really unnecessary in episode 10 . "There's little such thing as an atheist in foxhole" bullshît ... I've served in the Army and I've always been an atheist. See more Janak D @62Orka Sep 14, 2023 Fantastic Cast and thrilling story! This Series catches everyone who loves a good Sub Series/Movie and i would love to see Season 2! One of, if not the best Series i have ever seen See more Jun 20, 2014 Though a lot of the final act is wrapped up a little too nicely, Last Resort is a brilliantly tense observation of leadership and conspiracy. See more Read all reviews
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Andre Braugher

Capt. Marcus Chaplin

Scott Speedman

XO Sam Kendal

Daisy Betts

Lt. Grace Shepard

Dichen Lachman

Tani Tumrenjack

Daniel Lissing

SEAL Officer James King

Sahr Ngaujah

Mayor Julian Serrat

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Sep 27, 2012 Captain After questioning orders to fire at a foreign country, Capt. Marcus Chaplin and the crew of the world's most-powerful nuclear submarine find themselves under attack and declared enemies of the United States. Details Episode 2 Aired Oct 4, 2012 Blue on Blue More than 20 warships close in on the Colorado; as Kendal is forced into a battle on the ground, Prosser questions Marcus' judgment. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 11, 2012 Eight Bells As Marcus and the crew search for three missing members, they discover Serrat's compound and receive an ominous demand; Adm. Shepard and Kylie have a clandestine meeting. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 18, 2012 Voluntold Marcus and Sam learn they have been charged with treason; a threat brews among the group; an old friend of Sam's visits Christine. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 25, 2012 Skeleton Crew Sam and Marcus enter negotiations with the U.S. government in hope of ending the standoff on Sainte Marina; Grace takes the lead on a perilous repair operation. Details Episode 6 Aired Nov 8, 2012 Another Fine Navy Day The crew is attacked by an unknown force unlike any other; Sam and Marcus race to save the sub and protect the island. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 15, 2012 Nuke It Out Sam and Marcus look for the traitor who stole the nuclear launch key; when Prosser disobeys orders, he starts a conflict he can't control; Grace and James try to defuse a dangerous situation. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 29, 2012 Big Chicken Dinner Marcus brings the islanders and the members of the Colorado together for a feast in the spirit of Thanksgiving; Grace searches for the truth when an essential crew member is accused of a crime. Details Episode 9 Aired Dec 6, 2012 Cinderella Liberty The crew waits for a visit from its families; Marcus must contemplate the unthinkable; the reason for the attack on Pakistan is revealed. Details Episode 10 Aired Dec 13, 2012 Blue Water While Sam and James depart the island in a daring rescue attempt, Marcus heads down a path more treacherous than he could have imagined. Details Episode 11 Aired Jan 10, 2013 Damn the Torpedoes A mutiny, a typhoon and a coup d'état force Marcus and the crew into unexpected alliances; grief strains Sam's loyalty. Details Episode 12 Aired Jan 17, 2013 The Pointy End of the Spear As Adm. Shepard and Kylie attempt to bring down the president, Marcus tries to surrender the Colorado. Details Episode 13 Aired Jan 24, 2013 Controlled Flight Into Terrain A brutal battle for control leaves the Colorado vulnerable to capture by a third party with a manipulative plan. Details

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Last Resort — Season 1

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Season Info

Director
Michael Offer, Kevin Hooks, Christopher Misiano, Lesli Linka Glatter, Martin Campbell, Steven DePaul
Executive Producer
Shawn Ryan, Karl Gajdusek, Martin Campbell, Marney Hochman
Screenwriter
Julie Siege, Eileen Myers, David Wiener, Ron Fitzgerald, Morenike Balogun, Patrick Massett, Patrick Masset, Karl Gajdusek, John Zinman, Ned Vizzini
Network
ABC
Rating
TV-14 (V|L)
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Sep 27, 2012
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