Deception (2013 U.S. TV series)

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Deception
Deception logo.jpg
Also known asNotorious [1]
Infamous [1]
Genre Soap opera
Created by Liz Heldens
Starring Meagan Good
Laz Alonso
Tate Donovan
Wes Brown
Katherine LaNasa
Ella Rae Peck
Victor Garber
Marin Hinkle
Country of origin United States
Original language(s) English
No. of seasons 1
No. of episodes 11 (list of episodes)
Production
Executive producer(s) Liz Heldens
Gail Berman
Peter Horton
Gene Stein
Lloyd Braun
Running time 43–44 minutes
Production company(s) Universal Television
BermanBraun
Distributor NBCUniversal Television Distribution
Release
Original network NBC
Picture format 480i (SDTV)
(HDTV)
1080i (HDTV)
Original releaseJanuary 7 – March 18, 2013 (2013-03-18)
External links
Official website

Deception [1] is an American prime time television soap opera [2] [3] airing on NBC. The series, created by Liz Heldens, premiered on Monday, January 7, 2013. [4]

The prime time or the peak time is the block of broadcast programming taking place during the middle of the evening for television programming.

A soap opera is an ongoing drama serial on television or radio, featuring the lives of many characters and their emotional relationships. The term soap opera originated from radio dramas being sponsored by soap manufacturers.

NBC American television and radio network

The National Broadcasting Company (NBC) is an American English-language commercial terrestrial television network that is a flagship property of NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast. The network is headquartered at 30 Rockefeller Plaza in New York City, with additional major offices near Los Angeles, Chicago and Philadelphia. The network is one of the Big Three television networks. NBC is sometimes referred to as the "Peacock Network", in reference to its stylized peacock logo, introduced in 1956 to promote the company's innovations in early color broadcasting. It became the network's official emblem in 1979.

Contents

On May 8, 2013, NBC canceled Deception after one season, ending it on a cliffhanger. [5]

Plot

When a famous socialite named Vivian Bowers is found dead in a motel room from what appears to be a drug overdose, her estranged best friend Detective Joanna Locasto is re-embraced by the wealthy Bowers family. In time, she begins to uncover the truth of what really happened to her friend and who was behind it.

Characters

Main

Meagan Good American actress and producer

Meagan Monique Good is an American actress. Beginning her career in 1985 at the age of four, Good has appeared in numerous television shows, films, and music videos.

Detective investigator, either a member of a police agency or a private person

A detective is an investigator, usually a member of a law enforcement agency. They often collect information to solve crime by talking to witnesses and informants, collecting physical evidence, or searching records in databases. This leads them to arrest criminals and enable them to be convicted in court. A detective may work for the police or privately.

San Francisco Police Department municipal police

The San Francisco Police Department (SFPD) is the city police department of the City and County of San Francisco, California. The department's motto is the same as that of the city and county: Oro en paz, fierro en guerra, Spanish for Gold in peace, iron in war.

Recurring

Bree Williamson Roberts is a Canadian actress.

Geoffrey Paul Cantor is an American actor and occasional acting coach. He is primarily known for his portrayal as Mitchell Ellison on Daredevil and The Punisher.

Lawyer legal professional who helps clients and represents them in a court of law

A lawyer or attorney is a person who practices law, as an advocate, attorney, attorney at law, barrister, barrister-at-law, bar-at-law, civil law notary, counsel, counselor, counsellor, counselor at law, solicitor, chartered legal executive, or public servant preparing, interpreting and applying law, but not as a paralegal or charter executive secretary. Working as a lawyer involves the practical application of abstract legal theories and knowledge to solve specific individualized problems, or to advance the interests of those who hire lawyers to perform legal services.

Episodes

No. Title Directed by Written by Original air date U.S. viewers
(millions)
1"Pilot" Peter Horton Liz Heldens January 7, 2013 (2013-01-07)5.66 [9]
When the wealthy socialite and drug addict Vivian Bowers was found dead of an overdose, no one was surprised. Only FBI agent Will Moreno was convinced that the death was a homicide and that someone in her family did it. He decided to get the help of Detective Joanna Locasto, who grew up in the Bowers' home and was Vivian's best friend, to help find out who killed her. When she attends the funeral, the family embraces her as she begins to uncover secrets about why Vivian was murdered. It also puts her right into the lion's den.
2"Nothing's Free, Little Girl" Jonas Pate Liz HeldensJanuary 14, 2013 (2013-01-14)4.14 [10]
Joanna continues to look into Vivian's death as the Bowers family has some problems. Edward is suspected of killing Vivian and Robert knows of a threat to the family.
3"A Drop of Blood and a Microscope"Jonas PatePeter ElkoffJanuary 21, 2013 (2013-01-21)3.61 [11]
Joanna's cover causes her to spend more time with Samantha and Julian. Meanwhile, Edward is fired from his job and Mia makes some rash decisions with a new friend.
4"One, Two,Three…One, Two, Three" Dan Lerner Alexandra Cunningham January 28, 2013 (2013-01-28)3.73 [12]
Ever since Joanna saw Mia's photo with Julian's ring, she realized that Julian is hiding something about the night of Vivian's murder. Edward receives disturbing news while Robert and Sophia meet Mia's boyfriend.
5"Why Wait" Andrew Bernstein Jordan HawleyFebruary 4, 2013 (2013-02-04)3.08 [13]
Mia's debutante ball is ruined and her life shattered when the truth about her biological mother is revealed. Julian tries to reconnect with a former flame who could help get the new cancer drug on the market.
6"Don't Be a Dummy" Michael Schultz Kath LingenfelterFebruary 11, 2013 (2013-02-11)3.23 [14]
After learning the truth about her biological mother, Mia runs away with her boyfriend. Meanwhile, Will investigates Edward's home.
7"Tell Me" Tate Donovan Brent FletcherFebruary 18, 2013 (2013-02-18)3.13 [15]
As Lyritrol gets closer to being on the shelves of Bowers Pharmaceutical, Edward makes a disturbing discovery about the drug. Joanna follows a lead. Senator Haverstock reveals his identity to Mia.
8"Stay With Me"Jonas Pate Monica Macer February 25, 2013 (2013-02-25)3.28 [16]
During a press conference, Edward makes a confession that impacts his family and their business. Mia is contacted by her biological father. Joanna must evade a hit man.
9"Good Luck With Your Death"Jonas PateJessica GoldbergMarch 4, 2013 (2013-03-04)3.35 [17]
Joanna's story of why she was at the family home and company makes Robert suspect her. Mia decides whether to help her biological father, Haverstock. Joanna begin investigating Julian's girlfriend as Sofia meets an old friend.At the end Joanna and Julian kiss.
10"You're the Bad Guy" [18] Gloria Muzio Kevin J. HynesMarch 11, 2013 (2013-03-11)3.28 [19]
Joanna finds tapes of Vivian's therapy sessions. Julian works with the FBI to get evidence against Audrey. Edward turns himself in for murder. A newly-released Wyatt confronts Sophia. Mia donates bone marrow to her biological father.
11"I'll Start with the Hillbilly"Jonas PateLiz Heldens & Peter ElkoffMarch 18, 2013 (2013-03-18)3.41 [20]
Joanna discovers that Robert was behind Vivian's murder while Moreno suspects Sophia. Mia is kidnapped by Wyatt. Edward seeks revenge after his wife's death. Julian hears something about his mother's death, and later asks Joanna to move in with him. Haverstock wants to punish Robert for Vivian's death.

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