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Interrogation(TV series)

Interrogationis an Americantrue crimedramatelevision series, created by Anders Weidemann andJohn Mankiewicz,that premiered onCBS All Accesson February 6, 2020. In November 2020, the series was canceled after one season.[1]The season was inspired by theBruce Liskerconviction for the murder of his mother, when he was age 17.[2]

Interrogation
Genre
Created by
Starring
Opening theme"Keep in the Dark"
byTemples
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
No.of seasons1
No.of episodes10
Production
Executive producers
  • Anders Weidemann
  • John Mankiewicz
  • Henrik Bastin
  • Melissa Aouate
Production companies
Original release
NetworkCBS All Access
ReleaseFebruary 6, 2020(2020-02-06)

Premise

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Interrogationis described as "an original concept based on a true story that spanned more than 30 years, in which a young man was charged and convicted of brutally murdering his mother. Each episode is structured around an interrogation taken directly from the real police case files, with the goal of turning the viewer into a detective. The first nine episodes of the series are available to watch in any order, and the conclusive season finale was released later."[3]All ten episodes have been released.[4][5]

Cast

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Main

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Recurring

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Episodes

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No.TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal release date
1"Det. Dave Russell vs Eric Fisher 1983"Ernest DickersonAnders Weidemann &John MankiewiczFebruary 6, 2020(2020-02-06)
2"I.A. Sgt. Ian Lynch vs Eric Fisher 2003"Patrick CadyAnders Weidemann & John MankiewiczFebruary 6, 2020(2020-02-06)
3"Det. Dave Russell vs Kim Decker 1982"Patrick CadyTian Jun GuFebruary 6, 2020(2020-02-06)
4"L.A. County Psychologist Marjorie Thompson vs. Eric Fisher 1984"Ernest DickersonBarbara CurryFebruary 6, 2020(2020-02-06)
5"Det. Dave Russell vs Chris Keller 1983"Patrick CadyCassie PappasFebruary 6, 2020(2020-02-06)
6"Henry Fisher vs Eric Fisher 1992"Ernest DickersonTeleplay by : John Mankiewicz
Story by : Jerry Miller & John Mankiewicz		February 6, 2020(2020-02-06)
7"Det. Carol Young & Det. Brian Chen vs Melanie Pruitt 2005"Ernest DickersonBarbara CurryFebruary 6, 2020(2020-02-06)
8"P.I. Charlie Shannon vs Eric Fisher 1996"Ernest DickersonBill BalasFebruary 6, 2020(2020-02-06)
9"P.I. Charlie Shannon vs Amy Harlow 2003"Patrick CadyJohanna FactorFebruary 6, 2020(2020-02-06)
10"I.A. Sgt. Ian Lynch & Det. Brian Chen vs Trey Carano 2003"Ernest DickersonAnders WeidemannFebruary 6, 2020(2020-02-06)

Production

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Development

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On November 12, 2018, it was announced thatCBS All Accesshad given the production a straight-to-series order for first season consisting of ten episodes. The series was created by Anders Weidemann andJohn Mankiewiczwho were also expected to executive produce alongside Henrik Bastin and Melissa Aouate. Production companies involved with the series were slated to consist of Fabrik Entertainment andCBS Television Studios.While the series is based on a real-life criminal case, CBS All Access was not revealing the case in question at the time of the announcement. Furthermore, at that point, scripts for the series featured the real names of the people involved in the case, and it had not been decided yet whether they would be changed. At the time the events originally occurred, the case did not make national news but was reportedly well known to people living in the area where it happened.[3][7][8]On December 12, 2019, key art was released, revealing a February 6, 2020 premiere date.[9]In February 2020, it was reported that the show was based on the case ofBruce Lisker.[10]On November 4, 2020, CBS All Access canceled the series after one season.[1]In January 2023, the series was removed fromParamount+.[11]

Casting

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In January 2019, it was announced thatPeter SarsgaardandDavid Strathairnhad been cast in starring roles.[12][13]On February 7, 2019, it was reported thatKodi Smit-McPheehad joined the main cast.[14]On March 11, 2019, it was announced thatFrank Whaleyhad been cast in a recurring role.[15]On March 28, 2019, it was reported thatPat Healy,Melinda McGraw,andMichael Harneyhas been cast in recurring roles.[16]On April 3, 2019, it was announced thatEbon Moss-Bachrachhad been cast in a recurring capacity.[17]On April 8, 2019, it was reported thatVincent D'Onofriohad been cast in a recurring role.[18]On May 8, 2019, it was announced thatVinessa Antoinehad joined the cast in a recurring capacity.[19]

Reception

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Thereview aggregatorwebsiteRotten Tomatoesreported a 57% approval rating for the series with an average rating of 6.21/10, based on 14 reviews. The website's critical consensus states, "Interrogation's" interactive "qualities are interesting, but ultimately get in the way of what could be a satisfying dramatic experience."[20]OnMetacritic,it has a weighted average score of 54 out of 100, based on 8 critics, indicating "mixed or average reviews".[21]

References

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  1. ^abWhite, Peter (November 4, 2020)."'Interrogation': Peter Sarsgaard Drama Canceled At CBS All Access ".Deadline Hollywood.Archivedfrom the original on November 5, 2020.RetrievedNovember 4,2020.
  2. ^Turchiano, Danielle (February 6, 2020)."'Interrogation' Bosses on the 'Pandora's Box' of Their Non-Linear, Interactive True Crime Drama ".Variety.RetrievedJune 20,2021.
  3. ^abAndreeva, Nellie (November 12, 2018)."CBS All Access Orders 'Interrogation' True Crime Drama Series, Sets Unusual Release".Deadline Hollywood.Archivedfrom the original on November 13, 2018.RetrievedNovember 12,2018.
  4. ^Paramount+ - Stream live TV, Movies, Originals, News, and more,retrievedJune 17,2021
  5. ^Viruet, Pilot (February 4, 2020)."Interrogation Review: 'Choose Your Own Adventure' CBS All Access Drama Serves Gimmick Better Than Its Story".TVLine.RetrievedJune 17,2021.
  6. ^abcdefghCBS."The Cast Of Interrogation Makes A Striking Lineup".CBS Interactive.Archivedfrom the original on November 5, 2020.RetrievedJanuary 21,2020.
  7. ^Jarvey, Natalie (November 12, 2018)."CBS All Access Orders Nonlinear Crime Drama 'Interrogation'".The Hollywood Reporter.Archivedfrom the original on November 13, 2018.RetrievedNovember 13,2018.
  8. ^Otterson, Joe (November 12, 2018)."CBS All Access Orders True-Crime Series 'Interrogation'".Variety.Archivedfrom the original on November 13, 2018.RetrievedNovember 13,2018.
  9. ^Darwish, Meaghan (December 12, 2019)."'Interrogation': Your First Look at Peter Sarsgaard's True-Crime Series (PHOTO) ".TV Insider.Archivedfrom the original on December 12, 2019.RetrievedDecember 12,2019.
  10. ^"'Interrogation' Bosses on the 'Pandora's Box' of Their Non-Linear, Interactive True Crime Drama ".Variety. February 26, 2020.Archivedfrom the original on March 10, 2020.RetrievedMay 24,2020.
  11. ^Longeretta, Emily (February 1, 2023)."Paramount+ Removes Jordan Peele's 'Twilight Zone,' 'Real World: Homecoming' and More Titles".Variety.RetrievedFebruary 1,2023.
  12. ^Andreeva, Nellie (January 17, 2019)."'Interrogation': Peter Sarsgaard To Star In CBS All Access True Crime Drama Series ".Deadline Hollywood.Archivedfrom the original on January 17, 2019.RetrievedJanuary 17,2019.
  13. ^Andreeva, Nellie; Petski, Denise (January 30, 2019)."'Interrogation': David Strathairn To Star In CBS All Access True Crime Drama Series ".Deadline Hollywood.Archivedfrom the original on January 30, 2019.RetrievedJanuary 30,2019.
  14. ^Petski, Denise (February 7, 2019)."'Interrogation': Kodi Smit-McPhee To Star In CBS All Access True Crime Drama Series ".Deadline Hollywood.Archivedfrom the original on February 8, 2019.RetrievedFebruary 7,2019.
  15. ^Petski, Denise (March 11, 2019)."'Interrogation': Frank Whaley To Recur On CBS All Access Series ".Deadline Hollywood.Archivedfrom the original on March 12, 2019.RetrievedMarch 11,2019.
  16. ^Petski, Denise (March 28, 2019)."'Interrogation': Pat Healy, Melinda McGraw & Michael Harney To Recur On CBS All Access Series ".Deadline Hollywood.Archivedfrom the original on March 28, 2019.RetrievedMarch 28,2019.
  17. ^Petski, Denise (April 3, 2019)."'Interrogation': Ebon Moss-Bachrach To Recur In CBS All Access Drama Series ".Deadline Hollywood.Archivedfrom the original on April 4, 2019.RetrievedApril 3,2019.
  18. ^Petski, Denise (April 8, 2019)."'Interrogation': Vincent D'Onofrio To Recur In CBS All Access Series ".Deadline Hollywood.Archivedfrom the original on April 8, 2019.RetrievedApril 8,2019.
  19. ^Petski, Denise (May 8, 2019)."'Interrogation' Casts Vinessa Antoine; Roger Guenveur Smith Joins 'Saints & Sinners'".Deadline Hollywood.Archivedfrom the original on May 8, 2019.RetrievedMay 8,2019.
  20. ^"Interrogation: Season 1 (2020)".Rotten Tomatoes.Archivedfrom the original on September 20, 2020.RetrievedJuly 19,2020.
  21. ^"Interrogation: Season 1".Metacritic.Archivedfrom the original on June 28, 2020.RetrievedJuly 19,2020.
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