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The Shield

8.220027 seasonsTV-MATV SeriesCrimeDramaAction & Adventure

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.

ProducersKurt Sutter·Adam Fierro

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Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Coefficient of Drag
Sep 2, 2008 8.9
E2
Snitch
Sep 9, 2008 8.4
E3
Money Shot
Sep 16, 2008 8.6
E4
Genocide
Sep 23, 2008 8.8
E5
Game Face
Sep 30, 2008 8.3
E6
Animal Control
Oct 7, 2008 9.0
E7
Bitches Brew
Oct 14, 2008 8.7
E8
Parricide
Oct 21, 2008 9.1
E9
Moving Day
Oct 28, 2008 9.2
E10
Party Line
Nov 4, 2008 9.1
E11
Petty Cash
Nov 11, 2008 8.8
E12
Possible Kill Screen
Nov 18, 2008 9.5
E13
Family Meeting
Nov 25, 2008 9.5

Cast

Michael Chiklis
Michael Chiklis
Vic Mackey
Catherine Dent
Catherine Dent
Danielle 'Danny' Sofer
Paula Garcés
Paula Garcés
Tina Hanlon
Walton Goggins
Walton Goggins
Shane Vendrell
Michael Jace
Michael Jace
Julien Lowe
Jay Karnes
Jay Karnes
Holland 'Dutch' Wagenbach
Benito Martinez
Benito Martinez
David Aceveda
David Marciano
David Marciano
Steve Billings
CCH Pounder
CCH Pounder
Claudette Wyms
Cathy Cahlin Ryan
Cathy Cahlin Ryan
Corrine Mackey
David Rees Snell
David Rees Snell
Ronnie Gardocki

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The Shield — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Shield?

The Shield is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Hulu in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Shield on Netflix?

No, The Shield is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Hulu.

Is The Shield on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Shield is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of August 2026.

Where can I watch The Shield for free?

The Shield is available on Amazon Prime Video and Hulu in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

How many seasons are in The Shield?

The Shield has 7 seasons in total (88 episodes). The series concluded in 2008.

Are all episodes of The Shield out yet?

Yes — all 88 episodes across 7 seasons of The Shield are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 8 of The Shield?

No — The Shield ended after 7 seasons, so there is no Season 8.