Commander in Chief

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Season 1
  • Network: ABC
  • Series Premiere Date: Sep 27, 2005
User Score
8.4

Universal acclaim- based on 217 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 183 out of 217
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 217
  3. Negative: 28 out of 217
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  1. JustinC
    Feb 3, 2006
    10
    Great Show!
  2. samj
    Oct 5, 2005
    10
    AMAZING television
  3. MariaEugeniaD
    Mar 8, 2006
    10
    Commander in Chief is as good as it gets, the very BEST. I do not appreciate taking it off the air for any other show and specially such a silly one. Geanna is made for this role and I await her return eagerly. This has messed up my tuesdays schedule tremendously.
  4. SteveT
    Jun 19, 2006
    10
    Best new show in a LONG TIME! Why do such wastes of time like "My Name Is Earl" make it out there....maybe it says a lot about the 'people' out there watching. :(
  5. KevinH
    Jun 2, 2006
    10
    This was one of the best shows on the air. I am so made at ABC for pulling it I could spit nails!!
  6. JayZ
    Jun 2, 2006
    10
    Commander In Chief is a great show with a great cast. Looking forward to many more season's to come.
  7. WendyA
    Jun 2, 2006
    8
    I found it to be one of the better shows to watch.
  8. JerryB
    Jul 20, 2006
    10
    Why would ABC cancel a show as good as Commander in Chief and keep shows like W ife Swap,Supernanny, and things like One: Making A Music Star. Is this mindless crap the best ABC can do.
  9. SusanM
    Aug 30, 2006
    10
    10 for content and a bold venture! At last a show with substance and a hard, positive look at moral issues. CIC awakens a yearning for government based on principle, a yearning for what we used to believe it should really be--and all in a woman's hands. No wonder they took it off the air, and how sad that is. Taking all the snipes and gripes about script, schmaltz and stiffness into 10 for content and a bold venture! At last a show with substance and a hard, positive look at moral issues. CIC awakens a yearning for government based on principle, a yearning for what we used to believe it should really be--and all in a woman's hands. No wonder they took it off the air, and how sad that is. Taking all the snipes and gripes about script, schmaltz and stiffness into consideration, I definitely believe CIC should be given a chance!… Expand
  10. .GraceM
    Nov 20, 2005
    10
    One of 3 shows we find watching on prime time. I hope it has a long running future on TV. Gena Davis is great in her role as president. Good luck to them.
  11. AdamL.
    Nov 30, 2005
    10
    How Could You say this sucks?! This is just the most amazingly believeable show on television today. Usually I don't watch television but Tuesday night with this along with The Biggest Loser are the only times I watch telveision and thet're the bomb!
  12. ShannonF
    Oct 10, 2005
    10
    It's a great start to what can be a wonderful series
  13. lisap
    Oct 31, 2005
    10
    Great storylines. I thought this show would be a preachy advertisment for womens lib, but its not. What I like most about it is that the position of president could be played by either a man or woman based on the storylines. Gina Davis is spectacular though and Donald Sutherland plays a role that you love to hate. Top notch
  14. BrandonS
    Oct 5, 2005
    7
    To me, it's basically "The West Wing Lite." Fortunately, the show's producers openly admit that it isn't and likely can't ever be as good as The West Wing (now or ever). The most accurate review I've seen describes the show as more of an allegory about females in the work-place, played out in the nation's highest office. If the show stays focused, I think To me, it's basically "The West Wing Lite." Fortunately, the show's producers openly admit that it isn't and likely can't ever be as good as The West Wing (now or ever). The most accurate review I've seen describes the show as more of an allegory about females in the work-place, played out in the nation's highest office. If the show stays focused, I think we've got some excellent entertainment in our future. (And I'm confident in any show with Kyle Secor.)… Expand
  15. JohnB
    Oct 5, 2005
    10
    wicked show, this one
  16. SarahF
    Oct 5, 2005
    10
    i wathced this show and really liked it - i'm so happy to see Geena davis back in front fo the cameras
  17. AnthonyG
    Jan 3, 2006
    9
    I love this show. Actually I have stopped watching TV, until just recently when I got wind of the Comm chief episode. I was excited to have a quality show back on the air.
  18. gwenb
    Jan 7, 2006
    10
    this is the best television program since Judging Amy which was a favorite of mine for years. I do hope it will continue
  19. RozH
    Oct 7, 2006
    10
    A great show! Geena Davis is superb in her role - the show is a great inspiration to many female business professionals.
  20. BeverlyR
    Feb 5, 2006
    10
    I am told this show is going off the air and I want to know why!! It's one of the best that I've seen in a very long time!!
  21. emilym
    Feb 6, 2006
    10
    i think geena davis is the best actress ever annd this show is alsome creative.. i love the show a whole lot
  22. csdesign
    Feb 7, 2006
    10
    FABulous show. Characters that act like real human beings, instead of cookie-cutter cuties of typical tv. A decision-maker who weighs options, considers risks, then stays true to her word. I like thinking this is how politics SHOUld be -- even with the scheming and pettiness there is respect and politeness. Try it, even republications like it!
  23. Lorie
    Feb 8, 2006
    10
    An absolutely incredible show!
  24. MarcyR
    Feb 8, 2006
    8
    Great show. I was fully hooked on it and looked forward to each new show. Too bad the network couldn't stand up to the pressure from people who didn't want to see a woman in the role of president. I thought it was inspirational.
  25. christinef
    Feb 9, 2006
    10
    Great Show with exceptional cast. Goes to show what a woman in the white house can accomplish. She is down to eaeth, strong and just a joy to watch. I hope this show doesn't get the AX. Take off the silly sitcoms and leave Commander In Chief on. Let Mr. Bush see what and how a woman can do in the oval office, since he can't do much but smirk and not even speak well. He needs to Great Show with exceptional cast. Goes to show what a woman in the white house can accomplish. She is down to eaeth, strong and just a joy to watch. I hope this show doesn't get the AX. Take off the silly sitcoms and leave Commander In Chief on. Let Mr. Bush see what and how a woman can do in the oval office, since he can't do much but smirk and not even speak well. He needs to learn the english language and stay in Texas with all the oil barons. Please do not cancel this wonderful show. Thank You… Expand
  26. BernieS
    Mar 31, 2006
    10
    Best drama on TV.
  27. PhilipG
    Apr 6, 2006
    10
    This show is the best, and this is a good time to have this show, for the new up and comeing election of a women.
  28. FranklinW
    May 2, 2006
    10
    I have heard that they may cancel this show. I think women everywhere should stand up and fight to keep it on the air. I am a Professor of Criminal Justice and my female students need this show. It gives women and most importantly girls a role model to look up to. Further males need to this show to deprogram their minds that men are the only people who can be leaders. Some I believe I have heard that they may cancel this show. I think women everywhere should stand up and fight to keep it on the air. I am a Professor of Criminal Justice and my female students need this show. It gives women and most importantly girls a role model to look up to. Further males need to this show to deprogram their minds that men are the only people who can be leaders. Some I believe probably fear it, because it could happen in the near future.… Expand
  29. maryh
    May 2, 2006
    10
    Ms. Davis does a wondweful job and I'd like to see Commander In Chief renewed for next season.
  30. Lbuford-kelly
    May 31, 2006
    10
    why is this showing going off the air if it was the highest rating show on tuesday nite with 14.7 million viewers
  31. CherylS
    May 30, 2006
    9
    Give "Commander in Chief" a second season!! Initial reviews were mixed but the talent and performances are excellent!! The show had a great start, but was thrown off track due to date and time changes. Give it a good consistent spot, with good writing, and it will be a hit!! Thanks!!
  32. NormaM
    May 4, 2006
    10
    One of the best shows & thank God it is a different kind of "reality show." The stories are compelling & the actors are superb. Please keep this show going & maybe the ratings will improve if scheduled at another time (not against ER and W/O a Trace).
  33. JoeK
    May 5, 2006
    10
    When will we see the show again???
  34. LJArnold
    May 5, 2006
    10
    I love the story lines for Commander in Chief - refreshing not predictable. It's no wonder the ratings are low - it's been cancelled, brought back, different day, different time - just keep us guessing. Give it a chance - pick a day, pick a time and stick with it. Tuesday at 9 pm works for me.
  35. dang
    Jun 1, 2006
    10
    I love it... the perfect show to replace "the west Wing" and feed to need for political drama
  36. PamH
    Jun 2, 2006
    10
    This is so much better than half the junk on t.v. now. So much for quality television.
  37. TayeS
    Jun 23, 2006
    10
    This is my favourite show, it makes me all patriotic and I'm not even American! Joke aside, I believe Commander in Chief is one of the more, if not most, important drama series I have seen on TV, simply because of the gender and political issues it has dappled with. I love the fact that the president is a woman-- I think the women on this site can definitely identify with the ways This is my favourite show, it makes me all patriotic and I'm not even American! Joke aside, I believe Commander in Chief is one of the more, if not most, important drama series I have seen on TV, simply because of the gender and political issues it has dappled with. I love the fact that the president is a woman-- I think the women on this site can definitely identify with the ways she has handled so many of the series' issues, and possibly the men too? And I appreciate the way that this series is surely going to pave the way for more strong female characters in the industry.. so I really hope it will make a comeback on TV.… Expand
  38. DebbieB
    Jun 9, 2006
    10
    A wonderful show and an excellent cast. Wish they would reconsider the cancellation.
  39. TomJ
    Jun 9, 2006
    10
    Simply the best show in television today. We're sad to see it go.
  40. PaulK
    Jul 14, 2006
    9
    Very entertaining show.
  41. MReid
    Jul 30, 2006
    9
    OK, so it's not the West Wing, but will anything ever match up to that? ABC1 in the UK has just aired the episode about the ERA, and though sometimes a bit cheesy, and sometimes stiff, this show is important - it gets Americans and people around the world used to the idea of a woman as US President.
  42. Trevor
    Aug 4, 2006
    10
    Fascinating look at the morality a woman might bring to the most powerful job on the planet. Obligatory viewing. What dickhead cancelled this show?
  43. [Anonymous]
    Aug 6, 2006
    10
    I loved the show and I am sorry that it was canceled. It was not The West Wing, but it complemented it in my opinion.
  44. BRibeiro
    Aug 7, 2006
    10
    I AM FURIOUS! I can't believe that such wonderfully written and acted show has been taken off the air. Not only is it lots of fun to watch, it's a marvelous way to learn about how Government works and to see a woman who is comfortable with power, knowledgeable and wise in applying it, and still there for her family. Hey ABC, what gives? Did you chicken out under political I AM FURIOUS! I can't believe that such wonderfully written and acted show has been taken off the air. Not only is it lots of fun to watch, it's a marvelous way to learn about how Government works and to see a woman who is comfortable with power, knowledgeable and wise in applying it, and still there for her family. Hey ABC, what gives? Did you chicken out under political pressures? Are you blind? Can't you guys see what a gem you've just discarded, along with its chance ro rise above and beyond the rampant, shameless mediocrity festering on TV so destructively? I PROTEST, along with a sizable share of your audience. I request reconsideration and hope you come to your senses before, and I'm sure that's bound to happen, a cable channel with more vision picks it up and gives it the chance it and we deserve.… Expand
  45. MelisaV
    Aug 9, 2006
    10
    Good drama... hell of a lot better than some of the crap on tv now...
  46. HelenM
    Jan 12, 2007
    10
    This show was one of the best ever. Why was it canceled?? Let me guess ,Commander in Chief was a woman.She was too good so Big brother had to get rid of her.
  47. JohnC
    Mar 15, 2007
    10
    As a writer I say that this is the best on TV because everything thing else was slow. I also would like to say that if I had wrote this it would be the same as you guys have writen it. Thanks for putting ideas into peoples head because now we see the President in a whole new way Thanks. PS put it back on please because many of us that do like it need something to watch besides LOST and if As a writer I say that this is the best on TV because everything thing else was slow. I also would like to say that if I had wrote this it would be the same as you guys have writen it. Thanks for putting ideas into peoples head because now we see the President in a whole new way Thanks. PS put it back on please because many of us that do like it need something to watch besides LOST and if you guys need help writing I'm willing.… Expand
  48. NancyS
    Apr 24, 2007
    10
    Best best show that i have never seen, even better than prison break. hope we could see more and more seasons.
  49. JacobL
    Oct 11, 2005
    7
    No, the show is not brilliant, but Geena Davis is good. And it is not realistic, but it is fun to fantasize with the writers about a different a political reality. I find the idea of an "independent" President to be more interesting then the idea of a "woman" president. I think that it has the potential to be good, if the writers dare to write some failure into the show, and maybe some No, the show is not brilliant, but Geena Davis is good. And it is not realistic, but it is fun to fantasize with the writers about a different a political reality. I find the idea of an "independent" President to be more interesting then the idea of a "woman" president. I think that it has the potential to be good, if the writers dare to write some failure into the show, and maybe some challenges other than one sneaky politician - ones that don't resolve all happily at the end of the episode.… Expand
  50. JoshuaM
    Oct 11, 2005
    10
    It's the most intelligent show on television! I love it.
  51. ronap
    Nov 10, 2005
    10
    The role of Keaton played by Peter Coyote is interesting in the light of the current debate on the vice -president and his influence. Mr. Coyote is an excellent addition to the cast.
  52. VladS
    Nov 18, 2005
    8
    I love this show because it's more than competently produced (writing, direction, acting, sets), has an excellent cast -- ALL the leads and primary supports are good, and I care about what happens. This is also a good complement to West Wing since it does not try to be as WONK-ish... more like a West Wing + Dallas (with Donald Sutherland reveling as a latter day J.R.). Up against I love this show because it's more than competently produced (writing, direction, acting, sets), has an excellent cast -- ALL the leads and primary supports are good, and I care about what happens. This is also a good complement to West Wing since it does not try to be as WONK-ish... more like a West Wing + Dallas (with Donald Sutherland reveling as a latter day J.R.). Up against "House" in my market, this is the show I watch first while "House" gets TIVO'd.… Expand
  53. GeorgeH.
    Oct 12, 2005
    8
    Entirely engaging characters and fine performances. Good writing so far. The test will be if the storylines are entertaining - don't care much if they're plausable. It's only TV after all.
  54. CarrieT
    Oct 10, 2005
    10
    Great writing, casting, and long overdue. How refreshing to see excellence on the small screen!
  55. TomWolfe
    Oct 12, 2005
    8
    Not appropriate for those seeking hard news, but timely and pefect for the TV venue. Wasn't really sold until Davis talked Coyote into the VP job. Great scene!. "What'll you be doing for the next two years?" Hopefully watching "C and C".
  56. LorraineM
    Nov 30, 2005
    10
    One of my favorite shows I look forward to seeing Geena every week. She plays the role superbly. And it brings a fresh look to running a nation with a woman in office, bringing compassion and moral standards into the political arena to support not only the nation as a whole and her family, but keeping in mind the little people who make up the body of the nation. Wish some of this fiction One of my favorite shows I look forward to seeing Geena every week. She plays the role superbly. And it brings a fresh look to running a nation with a woman in office, bringing compassion and moral standards into the political arena to support not only the nation as a whole and her family, but keeping in mind the little people who make up the body of the nation. Wish some of this fiction ethics would rub off to the real life players in the running of this nation. Inspirational!… Expand
  57. ScottS
    Oct 16, 2005
    8
    People are getting this show confused with the West Wing, which represents the current state of Washington politics from the point of view of a Democrat's wet dream. And that's fine with me. Commander in Chief is NOT the West Wing. Instead, this seems to be a social experiment preparing for the inevitable emergence of female leaders in the United States. We know that Hillary is People are getting this show confused with the West Wing, which represents the current state of Washington politics from the point of view of a Democrat's wet dream. And that's fine with me. Commander in Chief is NOT the West Wing. Instead, this seems to be a social experiment preparing for the inevitable emergence of female leaders in the United States. We know that Hillary is going to run, and I wouldn't be surprised if Condi Rice runs too. I have heard that Republican women have a better chance of women, although I can't imagine someone like my right-wing mother ever voting for a politician that doesn't pee standing up. As for Commander in Chief itself, it's character driven and the point seems to be that women rule through consensus and pragmatism. The male ego is absent and so being tough or doing things that would impress other countries (submissive women) make no sense in their thinking. This is altogether correct and accurate. I really like Geena Davis, a woman who has an IQ in the 150s, playing this role of a smart and practical woman in charge of the most powerful country in the world. It would be nice if the plots were more realistic, and some of the simpering secondary characters (her husband, for one) are irritating. But I like the guy who plays her nemesis, Donald Sutherland. I will keep watching and hoping for some better ideas. Right now C and C is good but not great.… Expand
  58. JaredProphet
    Oct 21, 2005
    10
    Very Cool.
  59. FrankJ
    Dec 20, 2005
    10
    It's just a hoot. I like the actors (Geena Davis & Donald Sutherland)and I like the premise.
  60. DianneM
    Dec 28, 2005
    10
    This is the best show on television. It's the only show that I'll actually go out of my way to watch. I'm anxiously awaiting the next episode.
  61. MeganS
    Dec 5, 2005
    10
    It is one of the best shows ever! Geena Davis plays an excellent President. What woman doesn't dream of becoming President? She is a strong and compelling, but yet still impassive. Additionally, this show adds the topic of family and what really goes on in both the White House and Washington D.C. It's amazing, everyone must watch it! Two thumbs up to Davis!
  62. Dorisl
    Jan 15, 2006
    10
    Fantastic show!
  63. MikeL
    Jan 28, 2006
    10
    I think it is a great show also, I give it a 10
  64. Jim
    Jan 6, 2006
    9
    Pushing the envelope. Freesh appraoch making teh President a human being. Excellent
  65. Surya-PatriciaH
    Feb 21, 2006
    10
    One of the most exciting tv shows in years.
  66. SGreen
    Feb 21, 2006
    10
    Miss seeing this show. Holds my interest from beginning to end. Probably wishful thinking on my part, but would like to see an intelligent Commander-in-Chief in the White House.
  67. craigf
    Feb 8, 2006
    10
    expand the storylines to more than one episode. A nuclear crisis cannot be handled in one hour.
  68. RuthL
    Mar 1, 2006
    10
    Why has the show not been on recently?
  69. EugeneB
    Mar 1, 2006
    9
    I enjoyed it. Where is it? Replaced by another detective show, Oh No!
  70. SusanK
    Mar 2, 2006
    10
    My favorite show on TV. I can't wait to see it again. Have really missed it.
  71. GeoffT
    Mar 30, 2006
    10
    Please bring back, long term, this great show. I just wish the network producers would be more wise and forceful in getting a good schedule placement for this show. I hate it when the consumer becomes collateral damage in the war of the network ratings!
  72. DebA
    Mar 4, 2006
    10
    I love it. The story line is probably more realistic than The West Wing which is more idealistic. But I love them both and I will miss The West Wing.
  73. cherylm
    Apr 14, 2006
    10
    This is one of the BETTER shows on television and I believe the network and the sponsors should realize that not just the "immature" 20 year olds of today watch television. I'm a baby boomer and we are the ones who spend the money or give it to the 20 year olds to spend. Give us TV like this all the time!!!
  74. normai
    Apr 20, 2006
    10
    we enjoyed watching the show. it's the best. my friends & my family love to watch this show. thank you for putting back. we have been waiting for long long time.it's really interesting for lady as a president.please don't stop keep going. thanks again.
  75. AmyH
    Apr 27, 2006
    10
    My favorite show. Too bad our current CIC doesn't have the same convictions.
  76. DonnaJ
    May 11, 2006
    10
    I really enjoyed this show. I hope you reconsider and keep this show going. I'm with Brenda " Quit teasing us and bring it back!!!!!!!!"
  77. LindseyS
    May 11, 2006
    10
    I feel like I'm being tortured by ABC. Good grief! Bring the darned thing back!
  78. LizH
    May 11, 2006
    10
    It is very refreshing to see a show give a woman a roll that is interesting, knowledgeable and holding her own in a man's world, I am 82 years old and I hope to see a woman as president before I leave this earth.
  79. ll
    May 14, 2006
    10
    this is an incredibly powerful program in which issues with the current US administration and different ways to handle them are explored. It was also wonderful seeing a woman in the most powerful role in the US.
  80. AlG
    May 15, 2006
    10
    Wow! Big mistake taking CIC off the air. Great casting; great stories; excellent directing. I've been looking forward to the show every Tuesday evening (and Thursday nights too) since the first episode aired in September '05. Maybe move the show back to 9 o'clock. Thanks.
  81. SteveC
    May 16, 2006
    10
    second favorite show on TV behind House. Was my favorite until they started messing with the schedule. Bring it back if it is cancelled and quit messing with the schedule and stop taking breaks.
  82. ConnieC
    May 22, 2006
    10
    jPlease bring Commander-inChief back! It's one of the highlights of my TV watching week. It seems you've done all you can to do this show in - moving day and time arbitrarily, and taking it off altogether for weeks at a time. How can you keep an audience this way? I'm about ot gilve up on the networks. Reality shows replace creativity, is that it? Please don't cancel jPlease bring Commander-inChief back! It's one of the highlights of my TV watching week. It seems you've done all you can to do this show in - moving day and time arbitrarily, and taking it off altogether for weeks at a time. How can you keep an audience this way? I'm about ot gilve up on the networks. Reality shows replace creativity, is that it? Please don't cancel this show!… Expand
  83. DHenson
    May 23, 2006
    10
    This was an excellent TV show. It sure beats all these so called reality programs.
  84. JulieM
    May 29, 2006
    10
    This is a great show. Please do not take it off the air.
  85. NicoleS
    May 31, 2006
    10
    A woman as president? What more is there that you need to know?! Baby steps are better than no steps at all.
  86. LaceyS
    May 31, 2006
    10
    The show was great. Strong caractors excellent story line. I looked forward to watching it.
  87. BrendaJ
    May 4, 2006
    10
    Commander in Chief is the best show, Geenda Davis makes a great President and come on Donald Sutherland makses the best bad guy in town. Come on and quit teasing us and bring the show back!!!!!!
  88. ToshiaY
    Jun 11, 2006
    10
    Love it, love it, love it
  89. JodyL.
    Jun 13, 2006
    10
    Can't believe this excellent show is being cancelled and yet all those ridiculous reality shows go on and on!
  90. SamsonH
    Jun 14, 2006
    10
    Great, because it has lots of aspects ... political (president), emotional (the First Gentleman), teen-angst soap (the twin kids), and ... what West Wing was missing ... a real villian (Mr. Speaker, Donald Sutherland)
  91. christiner
    Jun 16, 2006
    9
    one of the most innovative, intelligent shows out there!
  92. JustinC
    Jun 22, 2006
    10
    Great Show!
  93. SyntiaA
    Jun 22, 2006
    10
    Commander in Chief is one of the best show I've seen in ABC... I usually watch FOX, but lately you've been doing well. Do not stop now by cancelling CiC.
  94. TomB
    Jun 3, 2006
    10
    Great show! Interesting scenario. It's a shame it's been cancelled, especially considering some of the shows that were not!
  95. ArturoH
    Jul 17, 2006
    9
    sometimes it is excellent
  96. ROBERTH
    Jul 21, 2006
    10
    Its my favorite program,but who cares.Its a clean and decent show for the whole family.We need more decent shows for the entire family.Im about ready to pitch tv set in the trash.
  97. EmilyB
    Jul 22, 2006
    10
    I really enjoyed this show and looked forward to each episode. I am very disapointed that it was given so short a run.
  98. JasonM
    Aug 27, 2006
    10
    For the first time in a long time I felt proud to be an American, although it was only a show, it made you feel proud of your country all over again. I would wait all week for this show to be on, they claim that the show had ratings drops, that was only because of the long time of it being off the air due to the olympics and then the time and day changes that were made. Please ABC bring For the first time in a long time I felt proud to be an American, although it was only a show, it made you feel proud of your country all over again. I would wait all week for this show to be on, they claim that the show had ratings drops, that was only because of the long time of it being off the air due to the olympics and then the time and day changes that were made. Please ABC bring this show back or sell the rights to another network.… Expand
  99. JoC
    Aug 28, 2006
    10
    its a really good show
  100. mariae
    Nov 10, 2005
    10
    Geena Davis is an amazing actress w/ brains beauty and talent! this show is awesome!!! gotta love her!
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Metascore
56

Mixed or average reviews - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 26
  3. Negative: 5 out of 26
  1. Baltimore Sun
    Reviewed by: David Zurawik
    80
    As drama, tonight's pilot has its flaws, but it is, nevertheless, one of those electrifying TV productions that instead of simply seeking to divert or amuse, challenges viewers to imagine a reality other than the one they have been conditioned to accept.
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  2. Boston Globe
    Reviewed by: Matthew Gilbert
    40
    Some viewers will be put off by the many unbelievable aspects of ''Commander in Chief," and not least of all by Geena Davis.
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  3. Chicago Sun-Times
    Reviewed by: Doug Elfman
    63
    Heavy-handed.
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