Episode
Madam Secretary: The Greater Good
Overview
After they uncover a secret that could ruin Maria Ostrov’s reputation, Elizabeth and President Dalton head to Switzerland to meet with her and use the information as leverage to find a peaceful solution to the escalated conflict with Russia. Also, Dmitri requests to be released from his duties as a spy.
Details
- Series
- Madam Secretary
- Season
- Season 2
- Episode
- Episode 10
- Air date
- 2015-12-13
- Runtime
- 45 min
Episode context
The Greater Good is Episode 10 in Season 2 of Madam Secretary. It aired on 2015-12-13. The runtime is 45 min.
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Episode 9: Russian Roulette
Shortly before Elizabeth is to deliver a speech at the United Nations accusing Russia for the attack on Air Force One, Henry shares information that makes her reconsider her theory.
Episode 11: Unity Node
Elizabeth tries to salvage a peace deal with Russia after an unexpected turn of events threatens to dissolve the agreement. Also, Elizabeth gets dragged into dealing with an emergency situation aboard the International Space Station.
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