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Mister Sterling

  • TV Series
  • 2003– 2003–
  • 1h
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8.1/10
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Josh Brolin, Audra McDonald, David Norona, and William Russ in Mister Sterling (2003)
  • Drama
  • Romance
The scandal-free son of a former Governor of California is appointed to be Senator, whereupon it's discovered he's an independent. Modern day Mr. Smith Goes to WashingtonThe scandal-free son of a former Governor of California is appointed to be Senator, whereupon it's discovered he's an independent. Modern day Mr. Smith Goes to WashingtonThe scandal-free son of a former Governor of California is appointed to be Senator, whereupon it's discovered he's an independent. Modern day Mr. Smith Goes to Washington
IMDb RATING
8.1/10
165
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  • Creator
    • Lawrence O'Donnell
  • Stars
    • Josh Brolin
    • Audra McDonald
    • William Russ
Top credits
  • Creator
    • Lawrence O'Donnell
  • Stars
    • Josh Brolin
    • Audra McDonald
    • William Russ
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    • 15User reviews
    • 1Critic review
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    • Nominated for 1 Primetime Emmy
      • 1 nomination total

    Episodes10

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    2003

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    Josh Brolin
    Josh Brolin
    • Bill Sterlingas Bill Sterling
    10 episodes10 eps • 2003
    Audra McDonald
    Audra McDonald
    • Jackie Brockas Jackie Brock
    10 episodes10 eps • 2003
    William Russ
    William Russ
    • Tommy Doyleas Tommy Doyle
    10 episodes10 eps • 2003
    David Norona
    David Norona
    • Leon Monteroas Leon Montero
    10 episodes10 eps • 2003
    Dale Raoul
    Dale Raoul
    • Pat Conwayas Pat Conway
    10 episodes10 eps • 2003
    Chad Hillman
    • White House Photographeras White House Photographer
    10 episodes10 eps • 2003
    Dean Cameron
    Dean Cameron
    • Derekas Derek…
    9 episodes9 eps • 2003
    Chandra West
    Chandra West
    • Laura Chandleras Laura Chandler
    7 episodes7 eps • 2003
    Randy Oglesby
    Randy Oglesby
    • Democratic Senate Majority Leaderas Democratic Senate Majority Leader
    7 episodes7 eps • 2003
    Stanley Kamel
    Stanley Kamel
    • Arthur Peytonas Arthur Peyton
    6 episodes6 eps • 2003
    David Starzyk
    David Starzyk
    • Anthony Marinoas Anthony Marino
    6 episodes6 eps • 2003
    Kathryn Harrold
    Kathryn Harrold
    • Senator from Nevadaas Senator from Nevada
    5 episodes5 eps • 2003
    Gerald McRaney
    Gerald McRaney
    • Burt Gammelas Burt Gammel
    5 episodes5 eps • 2003
    Nicole Forester
    Nicole Forester
    • Sterling's Receptionistas Sterling's Receptionist…
    5 episodes5 eps • 2003
    Brad Hammer
    Brad Hammer
    • Internas Intern
    5 episodes5 eps • 2003
    Tate Donovan
    Tate Donovan
    • Barry Reedas Barry Reed
    4 episodes4 eps • 2003
    Bob Gunton
    Bob Gunton
    • California Governor Marinoas California Governor Marino
    4 episodes4 eps • 2003
    James Whitmore
    James Whitmore
    • Retired Governor William Sterling Sr.as Retired Governor William Sterling Sr.
    4 episodes4 eps • 2003
    • Creator
      • Lawrence O'Donnell
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    Storyline

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    Bill Sterling, Jr. - a non-politico teacher at a Los Angeles correctional facility - is selected by the governor of California as a replacement for a deceased U.S. Senator, primarily thanks to the popularity of his father, a former governor. Upon arrival in Washington, Senator Sterling declares that he is not a member of either major political party. He approaches his job with a refreshing honesty and vibrance that breeds loyalty and fascination in his staff and bitterness among his colleagues. —Anon
    • senator
    • politics
    • u.s. congress
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      • The most dangerous thing in Washington is an honest man.
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      • Drama
      • Romance
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    • Trivia
      Set in the same "universe" as The West Wing (1999). References will be made to Jed Bartlet's administration but the president himself will not appear on the show.
    • Quotes

      Jackie Brock: Do you know what you're doing here? Do you? Or is this just some crazy roller coaster ride to nowhere that's gonna make us all look like idiots?

    • Connections
      Featured in The 55th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards (2003)

    User reviews15

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    Best New Show On Television This Century
    No, I don't work for NBC. I also don't watch a lot of television. Mr. Sterling is the first program in many, many years that I make it a point to NEVER miss. Where it could be very bland and formulaic, it transcends; where it could pander to popular opinion, it takes chances; where it could be "West Wing Part 2," it stands on its own...and IMO, it stands head and shoulders above West Wing. A senator with a conscience - whoda thunk it? The show pulls no punches, portraying a Senate that many of us in the US like to pretend doesn't exist; a senate of favors and political intrigue, where "doing the right thing" is measured in how you can get the most campaign contributions or 5-second soundbytes on CNN.

    If you only watch an hour of television a week, make it Mister Sterling. You won't regret it. In a world where "The Real World" is anything but, and "reality television" is an oxymoron, this bit of creative fiction provides more "reality" than I can recall seeing in a television show in this century. Maybe I'm being a bit over-enthusiastic about it, but I don't think so. If this show is given a chance to succeed, I think it can become the sleeper hit of the 2003 season, and beyond. A truly amazing show.
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    • LowGenius
    • Feb 14, 2003

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    • Release date
      • January 10, 2003 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • O kyrios Sterling
    • Filming locations
      • Los Angeles, California, USA
    • Production companies
      • NBC Studios
      • Universal Network Television
      • Lawrence O'Donnell Jr. Productions
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    • Runtime
      1 hour
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.33 : 1

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