The BEST episodes written by David Guggenheim

The End of the Beginning
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8.05
5039 votes

#1 - The End of the Beginning

Designated Survivor - Season 1 - Episode 12

Circles must tighten as a new discovery within the conspiracy emerges. Tension rises between Aaron and Emily as suspicions loom in the White House. A new lead places Agent Wells closer than before to the truth.

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The Oath
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8.01
4979 votes

#2 - The Oath

Designated Survivor - Season 1 - Episode 10

President Kirkman fears there could be a traitor in the White House when he discovers shocking information connected to the Capitol Bombing. Confiding in Emily, Kirkman puts her in charge of quietly investigating. New information surfaces about Congressman MacLeish, raising concerns regarding his vice presidential nomination.

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Brace for Impact
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7.97
4440 votes

#3 - Brace for Impact

Designated Survivor - Season 1 - Episode 21

Hannah Wells must stop the conspiracy from carrying out a final attack while President Kirkman authorizes a nationwide manhunt for the mastermind behind it all.

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The First Day
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7.86
5920 votes

#4 - The First Day

Designated Survivor - Season 1 - Episode 2

Hours after the attack on the Capitol, President Kirkman steps into his role as Commander-in-Chief in the midst of chaos and confusion. Facing dangerous new challenges and adversaries, Kirkman struggles to hold a country together that is on the brink of falling apart.

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Pilot
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7.84
6599 votes

#5 - Pilot

Designated Survivor - Season 1 - Episode 1

Lower-level cabinet member Tom Kirkman becomes President of the United States after a catastrophic attack on the U.S. Capitol. Kirkman must keep the country and his family safe while leading the search for the those responsible for the attack.

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