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Designated Survivor

7.220163 seasons15TV SeriesDramaWar & Politics

Tom Kirkman, a low-level cabinet member is suddenly appointed President of the United States after a catastrophic attack during the State of the Union kills everyone above him in the Presidential line of succession.

ProducersNeal Baer·Peter Noah

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Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
#thesystemisbroken
Jun 7, 2019 5.4
E2
#slipperyslope
Jun 7, 2019 5.9
E3
#privacyplease
Jun 7, 2019 6.0
E4
#makehistory
Jun 7, 2019 5.2
E5
#nothingpersonal
Jun 7, 2019 5.5
E6
#whocares
Jun 7, 2019 5.5
E7
#identity/crisis
Jun 7, 2019 5.3
E8
#scaredsh*tless
Jun 7, 2019 5.4
E9
#undecided
Jun 7, 2019 5.6
E10
#truthorconsequences
Jun 7, 2019 5.2

Cast

KSKiefer Sutherland
Kiefer Sutherland
Tom Kirkman
MQMaggie Q
Maggie Q
Hannah Wells
KPKal Penn
Kal Penn
Seth Wright
ACAdan Canto
Adan Canto
Aaron Shore
IRItalia Ricci
Italia Ricci
Emily Rhodes
EDEmiliano Díez
Emiliano Díez
Président Ortega

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Designated Survivor — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Designated Survivor?

Designated Survivor is streaming on Netflix and Netflix Standard in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video.

Is Designated Survivor on Netflix?

Yes — Designated Survivor is available on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026.

Is Designated Survivor on Amazon Prime Video?

Designated Survivor isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Designated Survivor for free?

Designated Survivor is available on Netflix and Netflix Standard in United Kingdom, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

How many seasons are in Designated Survivor?

Designated Survivor has 3 seasons in total (53 episodes). The series concluded in 2019.

Are all episodes of Designated Survivor out yet?

Yes — all 53 episodes across 3 seasons of Designated Survivor are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 4 of Designated Survivor?

No — Designated Survivor ended after 3 seasons, so there is no Season 4.