Episode
Designated Survivor: Misalliance
Overview
As the White House gears up for President Kirkman’s first international summit, Kimble Hookstraten faces her toughest political battle yet when her speakership is challenged. Meanwhile, Alex wrestles with whether or not to bring the kids back to Washington.
Details
- Series
- Designated Survivor
- Season
- Season 1
- Episode
- Episode 19
- Air date
- 2017-05-03
- Runtime
- 42 min
Episode context
Misalliance is Episode 19 in Season 1 of Designated Survivor. It aired on 2017-05-03. The runtime is 42 min.
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Episode 18: Lazarus
As President Kirkman considers candidates for Vice President, Kimble Hookstraten finds herself embroiled in scandal. Agent Wells and Jason Atwood return from North Dakota with a critical new lead while journalist Abe Leonard's investigation takes an unexpected turn.
Episode 20: Bombshell
President Kirkman’s first international summit is derailed when journalist Abe Leonard publishes an explosive article. Meanwhile, Hannah Wells uncovers the conspiracy’s next target.
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Episode 14: Commander-in-Chief
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Episode 13: Backfire
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Episode 12: The End of the Beginning
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Episode 11: Warriors
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Episode 10: The Oath
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Episode 9: The Blueprint
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