The Shield

89
Metascore
2002-2008
7 seasons
FX Network
Suspense, Drama
TV-MA

The story of an inner-city Los Angeles police precinct where some of the cops aren't above breaking the rules or working against their associates to both keep the streets safe and their self-interests intact.

89
Metascore
2002-2008
7 seasons
FX Network
Suspense, Drama
TV-MA

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Thu, Jul 16, 2020

The Unicorn's Walton Goggins Revisits His Most Memorable Roles, From The Shield to Sons of Anarchy

As he prepares to lead a heartfelt new comedy on CBS, the actor looks back at some of the roles that got him to where he is today before previewing what's to come

Mon, Sep 23, 2019

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The Most Heartbreaking TV Character Deaths Ever

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Wed, Aug 9, 2017

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Italy's Dark Crime Drama Gomorrah Is Your Next Obsession

The SundanceTV import has shades of The Wire and The Shield

Wed, Aug 24, 2016

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The Shield's Michael Jace Convicted of Second-Degree Murder

The actor is best known for his time as Julien Lowe on the famed FX series

Tue, May 31, 2016

The Shield's Michael Jace Convicted of Second-Degree Murder

The Shield's Michael Jace Pleads Not Guilty to Killing His Wife

Actor Michael Jace, best known for playing Officer Julien Lowe on FX's The Shield, pleaded not guilty to murdering his wife on Wednesday, People reports. Jace, 51, was arrested and charged with...

Wed, Jun 18, 2014

The Shield's Michael Jace Pleads Not Guilty to Killing His Wife

Michael Jace Formally Charged With the Murder of His Wife

Michael Jace, the actor known for playing Officer Julien Lowe on FX's The Shield, has been formally charged with the murder of his wife...

Thu, May 22, 2014

Michael Jace Formally Charged With the Murder of His Wife

The Shield Actor Michael Jace Charged with Fatally Shooting Wife

The Shield actor Michael Jace has been charged with fatally shooting his wife, CNN reports.

Tue, May 20, 2014

The Shield Actor Michael Jace Charged with Fatally Shooting Wife

Michael Chiklis Joins American Horror Story: Freak Show

Michael Chiklis has joined the cast of American Horror Story: Freak Show. Chiklis surprised Horror Story fans by joining the cast on stage during Friday's PaleyFest panel. "[This is] somebody who I have loved for many, many years and courted for many, many years and we finally found the right role for him," executive producer Ryan Murphy said before the actor came out on stage. "He's playing...

Sat, Mar 29, 2014

Michael Chiklis Joins American Horror Story: Freak Show

Sons of Anarchy Star CCH Pounder Joins NCIS: New Orleans

Sons of Anarchy star CCH Pounder has signed on for the NCIS: New Orleansspin-off, TVLine reports.

Tue, Feb 4, 2014

Sons of Anarchy Star CCH Pounder Joins NCIS: New Orleans

Community: The Study Group Continues to Be Haunted by Pierce

When news of Pierce's (Chevy Chase) death jarringly interrupted the search for the A--crack Bandit, many fans felt his passing wasn't treated with the respect it deserved. This week, "Cooperative Polygraphy" proves Pierce's death wasn't simply a footnote in Community history when the arrival of his executor Mr. Stone (Walton Goggins) demonstrates the continuing influence Pierce has on the Study Group.

Wed, Jan 15, 2014

Community: The Study Group Continues to Be Haunted by Pierce

Devious Maids' Paula Garces Welcomes Baby Boy

Devious Maids star Paula Garces gave birth to a baby boy on Wednesday, People reports. Garces, 39, and her husband...

Thu, Nov 21, 2013

Devious Maids' Paula Garces Welcomes Baby Boy

Sons of Anarchy: Walton Goggins on Playing the Softer Side of Venus Van Dam

[WARNING: The following story contains spoilers from Tuesday's episode of Sons of Anarchy. Read at your own risk.] Tuesday's episode of Sons of Anarchy took viewers deeper inside the history of Venus Van Dam. Sons of Anarchy: Justified's Walton Goggins on his jaw-dropping Cameo Although the transsexual escort — played by The Shield and Justified star Walton Goggins — was introduced as part of a comedic blackmail scheme last season, the character's most recent appearance took a more serious, emotional turn.  When Gemma (Katey Sagal) tells a jailed Nero (Jimmy Smits) that Venus turned up at Nero's place with a shiner after a family altercation regarding Venus' "nephew," Nero urges Gemma to ask Jax (Charlie Hunnam) to help Venus out. As Venus explains to Jax and the boys...

Wed, Oct 23, 2013

Sons of Anarchy: Walton Goggins on Playing the Softer Side of Venus Van Dam

Boardwalk Empire, The Client List Vets Join 50 Cent's Starz Drama Power

The Client List alum Naturi Naughton, Lela Loren (The Shield) and Boardwalk Empire's Joseph Sikora have joined the cast of Power, Starz's new drama series from executive producer Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson, the cable channel announced Tuesday. Created by...

Tue, Oct 22, 2013

Boardwalk Empire, The Client List Vets Join 50 Cent's Starz Drama Power

Top Moments: Dancing Rings Our Bell and Hot Chick Rebel Wilson Schools Conan

Our top moments of the week: 14. Deadliest Temper Tantrum: On The Originals, Klaus tries to rectify the fact that he turned over his daggered brother to his current foe. After a drawn-out plan that costs quite a few lives, Klaus leads Marcel to believe he saved him and, in turn, would return his brother. But in the final scene, Marcel's bratty little mini-witch throws a hissy fit and refuses to give back Elijah before learning how to kill an Original. Klaus better steer clear of Rebekah when she finds out their brother is still gone.  13. Most Mysterious Transformation: On Tuesday's Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., viewers get yet another hint as to who or what Agent Coulson is after his death in The Avengers. Coulson and the team help save his former protégé, who is surprised by how different he is from when she knew him. "But what did they do to him?" she questions Melinda May. Seriously, we're asking...

Fri, Oct 18, 2013

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Graceland Leads USA Into Dark Waters

Picture-perfect locale? Check. Beautiful people who happen to solve crimes? Check. At first glance, USA's new series Graceland seems perfectly in step with the rest of the cable network's famous "blue sky" brand. But it only takes the first five minutes of the pilot for the drug needles to come out, for a man to get shot, and for viewers to realize that the forecast isn't as sunny as it seems. "It's a little more...

Thu, Jun 6, 2013

Pilot Season: Christine Lahti Joins CBS' Beverly Hills Cop

Christine Lahti's Hawaii Five-0 days may be numbered: The actress has joined the cast of CBS' Beverly Hills Cop pilot, TVGuide.com has learned. In the pilot, a sequel to the movie franchise, Axel Foley's (Eddie Murphy) police officer son Aaron (Brandon T. Jackson) patrols the rich and famous of Beverly Hills. Lahti will play Helen, the captain of the Beverly Hills Police Department who is respected by her detectives, though she worries Aaron's penchant for being a renegade will one day embarrass her.

Mon, Feb 25, 2013

Pilot Season: Christine Lahti Joins CBS' Beverly Hills Cop

FX President on Justified, Channeling Elmore Leonard and Passing on Breaking Bad

FX president and general manager John Landgraf came to the network in 2004 when the channel's scripted offerings were limited to Nip/Tuck and The Shield. Since then, he's built a stable of hits, from the recently departed Rescue Me to ratings monster Sons of Anarchy to the critically beloved Justified. Landgraf talked to TV Guide Magazine about doing Elmore Leonard justice, bucking the antihero trend — and why he didn't pick up Breaking Bad.

Thu, Feb 21, 2013

FX President on Justified, Channeling Elmore Leonard and Passing on Breaking Bad

Pilot Season: The Office Alum Cast as Beverly Hills Cop Reboot's Judge Reinhold

CBS' Beverly Hills Cop reboot pilot has found the Judge Reinhold to Brandon T. Jackson's Eddie Murphy. David Denman, who is best known for...

Thu, Feb 7, 2013

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Pilot Season: Beverly Hills Cop Reboot Recruits Kevin Pollak

Kevin Pollak is joining the force at the Beverly Hills Police Department. The film and TV veteran will co-star in CBS' Beverly Hills Cop reboot pilot as Rodney Daloof, the in-house attorney for the Beverly Hills Police Department. Pollak joins...

Wed, Feb 6, 2013

Pilot Season: Beverly Hills Cop Reboot Recruits Kevin Pollak

As More Networks Develop Series, Is There Too Much TV?

TV viewers have never had it so good — or maybe they have it too good. There's never been more original programming to navigate than at this very moment. Take Sunday nights: Even with the NFL season over, viewing options include The Good Wife (CBS), The Walking Dead (back Feb. 10 on AMC), Girls (HBO), Shameless (Showtime), Downton Abbey (PBS), Family Guy (Fox), Revenge (ABC) and Kourtney and Kim Take Miami (E!). And that's just in one timeslot: 9/8c. That's a lot of DVR space being filled up week in and week out with must-see shows. "There's definitely more programming that I'm interested in watching than I can actually consume," says Showtime Entertainment president David Nevins. According to FX Networks president John Landgraf, there were just 35 scripted shows on cable when The Shield premiered 11 years ago; now that number is up to...

Wed, Jan 30, 2013

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Ask Matt: Fringe Finale, Nashville, the Downton Abbey Effect, and More

Question: What can I say except: "Awesome!" Fringe could not have ended any other way. I was fully prepared to be sad and upset, but the ending left me feeling fulfilled and satisfied. I applaud anyone who had anything to do with this amazing show. Walter, Olivia, Peter and the gang have become family to me and I am happy knowing that they have a future. So thank you universe, whichever one you choose, for this wonderful show. And thank you, Matt, for always championing Fringe and giving it space and time in your column. — Rachel

Mon, Jan 21, 2013

Ask Matt: Fringe Finale, Nashville, the Downton Abbey Effect, and More

Beverly Hills Cop TV Pilot Casts Axel Foley’s Son

Actor and comedian Brandon T. Jackson has won the coveted role of Axel Foley's son in CBS' Beverly Hills Cop TV pilot, TVGuide.com has learned. CBS scores Eddie Murphy and Shawn Ryan's Beverly Hills Cop TV project Jackson, 28, will play...

Wed, Nov 14, 2012

Beverly Hills Cop TV Pilot Casts Axel Foley’s Son

Eddie Murphy Teaming with The Shield Creator for Beverly Hills Cop TV Show

Axel Foley may be coming to a TV screen near you, thanks to guy behind... Vic Mackey? The Shield creator and executive producer Shawn Ryan is teaming with Beverly Hills Cop star Eddie Murphy on a TV adaptation of the hugely popular 1984 big-screen comedy, Vulture reports. Eddie Murphy in Rolling Stone: No more kid films, a Beverly Hills Cop TV show? Ryan and Murphy, whose production company produced all three Beverly Hills Cop movies, began...

Wed, Aug 29, 2012

Eddie Murphy Teaming with The Shield Creator for Beverly Hills Cop TV Show

New Girl Casts Winston's Mom

Things are not looking bright for New Girl's resident goofball, Schmidt (Max Greenfield), in Season 2. Schmidt already faces competition from Cece's new boyfriend, who will be played by Nelson Franklin. And now there's a second character who isn't exactly his biggest fan: Winston's mom. Television veteran Anna Maria Horsford will guest-star as the "tough-talking" Charmaine Bishop, TV Line reports.

Fri, Aug 3, 2012

ABC Promotes Robert Patrick to Series Regular on Last Resort

ABC is handing out both good and bad news this week. Robert Patrick has been promoted to series regular on the new Shawn Ryan drama Last Resort, TVGuide.com has confirmed. TVLine.com first reported the news. VIDEO: Get your first look at ABC's new series Nashville, Last Resort and more In the new thriller...

Wed, May 30, 2012

ABC Promotes Robert Patrick to Series Regular on Last Resort

Keck's Exclusives: Meet The Walking Dead's Evil Governor

Fans who can't wait for AMC's The Walking Dead to return this fall can get a taste of Season 3's new villain this summer. British actor David Morrissey will play Dead's twisted Governor, who's expected to lead an attack on Rick's crew after they take refuge in the prison glimpsed at the end of Season 2. But first...

Mon, May 28, 2012

Keck's Exclusives: Meet The Walking Dead's Evil Governor

Mega Buzz: Bones' Killer Cliff-Hanger, Grey's Goodbyes and HIMYM's New Man

Every week, editors Adam Bryant and Natalie Abrams satisfy your need for TV scoop. Please send all questions to megascoop@tvguide.com or tweet them at @adambryant or @NatalieAbrams.I can't believe that Brennan is on the run after the Bones finale. How will the writers resolve that in the premiere next season?ADAM: Ask yourself this: Should the writers resolve it? After all, based on the footage we saw of bad boy Pelant doing something to Booth's alarm clock, we're pretty sure anywhere else is safer than Casa Bones. But you can be certain this battle of wits is just beginning. "We wanted to keep our serial killer alive to keep the procedural element of the show in the forefront," executive producer Stephen Nathan says. "I don't like serial killers, but Pelant is close to our hearts. He's someone we want to keep around for quite a while."Anything you can tell us about the Grey's Anatomy finale? — Allie NATALIE: We can't tell you who dies...

Wed, May 16, 2012

Mega Buzz: Bones' Killer Cliff-Hanger, Grey's Goodbyes and HIMYM's New Man

VIDEO: Get Your First Look at ABC's New Series Nashville, Last Resort and More

ABC has released trailers for its new fall series, including Nashville, The Neighbors and Last Resort, as well as previews for new midseason shows, such as How to Live With Your Parents (For the Rest of Your Life). Check out the videos below. Nashville is a family soap set against the backdrop of the Nashville music scene that follows two musicians, one who's already a star (Connie Britton) and the other who's on the rise...

Tue, May 15, 2012

VIDEO: Get Your First Look at ABC's New Series Nashville, Last Resort and More

The Mentalist Exclusive: The Shield's Kenny Johnson to Play Lisbon's Ex!

The Mentalist viewers will soon meet another man in Teresa Lisbon's life — but this time it's a man from her past.Spring Preview: Get more scoop on your favorite showsThe Shield's Kenny Johnson has been tapped to play Greg Taybeck, the high school boyfriend and ex-fiancé of Lisbon (Robin Tunney), TVGuide.com has learned exclusively. When Greg becomes involved in one of the CBI's cases...

Thu, Apr 12, 2012

The Mentalist Exclusive: The Shield's Kenny Johnson to Play Lisbon's Ex!

Pilot Season: Glee's Max Adler and Bruce Davison Join ABC's Last Resort

Glee's Max Adler and Oscar-nominated actor Bruce Davison have joined the ABC pilot Last Resort. Pilot Season: Get the scoop on all the new projects!

Wed, Feb 29, 2012

Pilot Season: Glee's Max Adler and Bruce Davison Join ABC's Last Resort

ABC Picks Up Shawn Ryan Drama The Last Resort

ABC has greenlit The Last Resort, a futuristic thriller from The Shield creator Shawn Ryan, TVGuide.com has confirmed. ABC snags a futuristic Shawn Ryan drama and Jekyll and Hyde-inspired project The series tells the story of...

Sat, Jan 7, 2012

ABC Picks Up Shawn Ryan Drama The Last Resort

The Biz: FX Doesn't Fear American Horror Story

Cable network FX has built a name for itself with daring drama series such as The Shield and Nip/Tuck. But American Horror Story — Glee cocreator Ryan Murphy's new "psychosexual" (his word) drama kicks it up more than a few notches. Dylan McDermott and Connie Britton play a couple whose marriage is already in trouble when they move into a house with a history of mayhem and find themselves involved with sexually provocative ghosts (think rubber suits and French-maid outfits) and a basement decorated in wall-to-wall carnage. We talked with FX Network president John Landgraf about the challenge of bringing such a bold project to ad-supported TV. TV Guide Magazine: You're breaking some new ground with this show in terms of graphic content. Are viewers ready for this?Landgraf: I actually disagree with that

Tue, Oct 4, 2011

The Biz: FX Doesn't Fear American Horror Story

Mentalist Scoop: Patrick Jane to Lock Horns with The Shield's Catherine Dent

A female FBI agent is going to make waves on The Mentalist this season — both inside the CBI and in Agent Wayne Rigsby's love life.Fall Preview: Get scoop on your favorite returning showsTVGuide.com has learned that The Shield star Catherine Dent will appear in multiple Season 4 episodes as Special Agent Susan Darcy, a seasoned and assertive FBI agent who often downplays her intelligence to get what she wants without causing friction. Even so, she's sure to rub a few people the wrong way: As we previously reported, her character will but heads with Patrick Jane (Simon Baker) and Agent Lisbon (Robin Tunney) when she takes over one of their cases...

Thu, Sep 22, 2011

Mentalist Scoop: Patrick Jane to Lock Horns with The Shield's Catherine Dent

It's Always Sunny Producers and FX Team Up for Animated Comedy

FX has ordered a new animated comedy series from It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia writer/producers David Hornsby, Scott Marder and Rob Rosell, the cable network announced Thursday. The series, titled Unsupervised, centers on two best friends trying to survive their teenage years and do the right thing without any parental supervision. The series will premiere in January and be paired with FX's other animated comedy, Archer. Fall TV: Get the lowdown on this season's must-see new shows Unsupervised's voice cast includes...

Thu, Sep 15, 2011

It's Always Sunny Producers and FX Team Up for Animated Comedy

ABC Snags a Futuristic Shawn Ryan Drama and Jekyll and Hyde-Inspired Project

ABC has snagged a drama pilot from The Shield creator Shawn Ryan, as well as Hyde, a drama loosely inspired by Robert Louis Stevenson's novel, Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, TVGuide.com has confirmed. Ryan's drama, The Last Resort, is...

Mon, Aug 22, 2011

ABC Snags a Futuristic Shawn Ryan Drama and Jekyll and Hyde-Inspired Project

Shawn Ryan and Simon Mirren Book Procedural Pilot at CBS

The Shield creator Shawn Ryan and Criminal Minds' Simon Mirren have teamed up for a crime drama pilot at CBS, Deadline reports. The untitled procedural tells the story of genetic scientist who learns he has a psychopath gene but uses it to help the FBI catch killers. The premise is based on the work of James Fallon, a University of California, Irvine professor who discovered he was genetically linked to string of serial murderers.

Fri, Aug 12, 2011

Shawn Ryan and Simon Mirren Book Procedural Pilot at CBS

Glen Mazzara Replaces Frank Darabont as Walking Dead Showrunner

Glen Mazzara has been tapped to succeed Frank Darabont as the showrunner of The Walking Dead, sources confirm to TVGuide.com. Frank Darabont steps down as Walking Dead showrunner On Tuesday, news broke that Darabont, who also directed the show's pilot, had stepped down. Mazzara...

Wed, Jul 27, 2011

Glen Mazzara Replaces Frank Darabont as Walking Dead Showrunner

The Mentalist Exclusive: The CBI Recruits Reed Diamond

Former Homicide: Life on the Street star Reed Diamond has signed on to guest-star on The Mentalist, TVGuide.com has learned.The Mentalist: Did Patrick Jane really kill Red John?Diamond will play Ray Haffner, a confident CBI supervising agent who runs a tight ship. As we previously reported, Haffner will lead a group of agents assisting Lisbon (Robin Tunney) and her team with the investigation of  a personal trainer's murder. Something tells us the CBI may not be big enough for both teams...

Mon, Jul 25, 2011

The Mentalist Exclusive: The CBI Recruits Reed Diamond

Jason Patric Gets Lead Role on FX's Powers

Jason Patric is taking the lead role in the FX pilot Powers, the network announced Wednesday. The procedural is based on the comic book series, published first by Image Comics and then by Marvel's Icon imprint. Patric will play Christian Walker, a homicide detective who investigates cases involving people with superpowers (referred to as "powers"). Charles S. Dutton (as Walker's boss), Lucy Punch (as his partner) and Bailee Madison are also set to star...

Wed, Jun 22, 2011

Jason Patric Gets Lead Role on FX's Powers

Relive Your Favorite TV Season-Enders TV Guide Network's Most Unforgettable Finales

As the TV season comes to a close, TV Guide Network takes a look back at the best finales of all time. From the cut-to-black ending of The Sopranos to the vaguely spiritual final act of Lost, Jason Alexander counts down the most unforgettable finales. The special also features interviews with stars of these talked-about finales, including Will & Grace's Megan Mullally, Dallas' Patrick Duffy and Larry Hagman, M*A*S*H's Mike Farrell and The Shield's Walton Goggins.

Thu, May 19, 2011

Relive Your Favorite TV Season-Enders TV Guide Network's Most Unforgettable Finales

Mega Buzz: A Grey's Hookup, a Dark Housewives Secret and a Vampire Romance

Every week, editors Adam Bryant and Natalie Abrams satisfy your need for TV scoop. Please send all questions to megascoop@tvguide.com. Any scoop on Grey's Anatomy? — Jamie NATALIE: In an upcoming episode, Meredith has to leave the OR when she suddenly goes blind! Wow, that was depressing. I should have led with the shower sex, huh? OK, Soap Dropper No. 1 isn't single now, but he or she will rival Callie and Arizona's sudsy frolics from earlier this season. Any guesses as to the not-so-squeaky-clean pair? What's coming up on Desperate Housewives? — AmyADAM: Two Wisteria Lane ladies will deal with trauma in different ways: Susan will use her dialysis as an excuse to get out every problem she has, right up until a neighbor offers to donate a kidney in a most unusual way. Meanwhile, Gaby will...

Wed, Jan 26, 2011

Mega Buzz: A Grey's Hookup, a Dark Housewives Secret and a Vampire Romance

Matt's Picks: December 13-16

The Vampire Diaries (Monday-Friday, 8/7c, The CW)Get bit. The CW's Southern Gothic answer to Twilight-mania is at least as sexy and twice as fun, burning through so much bloody story in its second season that this weeklong marathon of the sophomore year's first 10 episodes should come in handy, with two episodes airing each night. This time around, admire the ladies of Mystic Falls, in particular Nina Dobrev doing double duty as the virtuous Elena and the evil vamp Katherine, and Candice Accola as Caroline, whose transformation into one of the show's most fascinated and tormented characters took nearly everyone by surprise.

Mon, Dec 13, 2010