Boss
Overview
Boss delivers a gripping look into the murky waters of Chicago politics, crafted by Farhad Safinia. Kelsey Grammer shines as Tom Kane, a powerful mayor grappling with a recent diagnosis of Lewy body dementia, a debilitating neurological condition. As Kane navigates the challenges of his health, he must also maintain his grip on power, often resorting to ruthless tactics. The show intricately explores themes of ambition, morality, and the personal toll of leadership, providing a compelling glimpse into the darker side of political life.
Episodes
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1
Listen
Following his diagnosis of a progressive neurological condition, Chicago Mayor Tom Kane struggles to manage his personal challenges as he strives to m...
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2
Reflex
As a formidable newcomer joins the competition, Kane and his team leverage their political influence to secure their position. At the same time, Mered...
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3
Swallow
As Zajac's campaign gains momentum, Kane must confront his health challenges. Meanwhile, Miller goes to great lengths to uncover some scandalous infor...
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4
Slip
Kane struggles to maintain his grip on power and his personal life as doubts begin to creep in among his supporters. Meanwhile, Zajac explores new and...
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5
Remembered
When old secrets come to light, Kane and his team must face a media frenzy as they fight for control over their public image. With the primary electio...
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Spit
Kane unexpectedly steps away from City Hall as his political reputation reaches a new low. With the election approaching, he realizes he must rely on ...
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7
Stasis
With the election just around the corner, Kane gradually reestablishes his grip on City Hall. While a bold political maneuver could reveal his opponen...
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8
Choose
On Election Day, the competition is fierce as candidates hustle to win over voters. Meanwhile, Kane and Stone are busy working behind the scenes to ke...
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Louder Than Words
Tom Kane solidifies his legacy as mayor during an extravagant event marking the start of construction on the revamped O'Hare terminals. With an eye on...
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Through and Through
Kane exploits a personal loss to advance his goals, stealing his rival’s assistant, Mona, while also bringing on the eager newcomer, Ian. However, t...
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Ablution
Kane finds himself captivated by his new assistant, Mona, and her passion for a housing redevelopment initiative. Her excitement draws him in, and he ...
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Redemption
Kane sets out to shake things up by cutting ties with his long-time political allies. Meanwhile, at home, Meredith and Emma are determined to avoid an...
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5
Mania
Kane's crackdown on corruption puts his grip on the City Council at risk. As the pressure mounts, his mental state deteriorates, leaving him unable to...
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6
Backflash
Kane's actions regarding the housing project intensify the situation, leading to widespread unrest that spirals into rioting and looting. While the ci...
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7
The Conversation
Kane's unconventional therapy appears to have been successful, allowing him to regain control over his city. However, he now faces the challenge of re...
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8
Consequence
To maintain his control over Chicago, Kane realizes he must collaborate with Alderman Ross.
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9
Clinch
With Chicago facing a bankruptcy crisis, Kane finds his influence dwindling as emergency protocols are enacted. However, the real threat looms from hi...
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10
True Enough
Miller releases a damaging article that poses a significant risk to Kane, but Kane's most pressing concern is Kitty's partnership with Doyle. Meanwhil...
