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BrainDead (2016)

Episode list

BrainDead

    • SeasonsYearsTop-rated
    • 1
  • Mary Elizabeth Winstead and Danny Pino in BrainDead (2016)

    S1.E1 ∙ The Insanity Principle: How Extremism in Politics Is Threatening Democracy in the 21st Century

    Mon, Jun 13, 2016
    When Laurel returns to Washington, D.C., to work for her brother, Sen. Luke Healy, she discovers that budgetary disagreements have halted the government, and mysterious bugs are consuming the brains of Congress members and Capitol Hill staffers.
    7.5/10 (589)
    Danny Pino in BrainDead (2016)

    S1.E2 ∙ Playing Politics: Living Life in the Shadow of the Budget Showdown - A Critique

    Mon, Jun 20, 2016
    Laurel continues her investigation of Dr. Daudier's death, while more citizens are infected by the bugs; Dr. Daudier's daughter and Gustav Triplette begin to question what is happening.
    7.6/10 (491)
    Nikki M. James and Johnny Ray Gill in BrainDead (2016)
    Top-rated

    S1.E3 ∙ Goring Oxes: How You Can Survive the War on Government Through Five Easy Steps

    Mon, Jun 27, 2016
    Agent Onofrio's investigation of a deadly incident on live TV causes Laurel, Gustav and Rochelle to delve deeper into the bug mystery. Luke tries to hide his affair with Scarlett.
    8.0/10 (449)
    Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Nikki M. James, and Johnny Ray Gill in BrainDead (2016)
    Top-rated

    S1.E4 ∙ Wake Up Grassroots: The Nine Virtues of Participatory Democracy, and How We Can Keep America Great by Encouraging an Informed Electorate

    Mon, Jul 11, 2016
    Laurel and Rochelle try to persuade Laurel's friend Abby to get an MRI so they can uncover the real cause of the strange behavior taking over Washington, D.C. Also, Luke attempts to reopen the government through a secret deal with the Republicans.
    8.0/10 (407)
    Danny Pino, Brandon J. Dirden, and Ito Aghayere in BrainDead (2016)
    Top-rated

    S1.E5 ∙ Back to Work: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at Congress and How It Gets Things Done (and Often Doesn't)

    Sun, Jul 24, 2016
    Laurel asks her brother, Luke, for his help to get the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to investigate the bugs, but he insists she first consult Dr. Joanne Alaimo, a leading entomologist, for her perspective on the invasion. Also, Laurel's relationship with Anthony takes a drastic turn.
    8.0/10 (392)
    Marcus Ho and Michael McCormick in BrainDead (2016)
    Top-rated

    S1.E6 ∙ Notes Toward a Post-Reagan Theory of Party Alliance, Tribalist, and Loyalty: Past as Prologue

    Sun, Jul 31, 2016
    When the Center for Disease Control has its funding temporarily cut, Luke attempts to reach a compromise to have the money reinstated, but Red's political machinations undermine him at every turn.
    8.4/10 (439)
    Tony Shalhoub in BrainDead (2016)
    Top-rated

    S1.E7 ∙ The Power of Euphemism: How Torture Became a Matter of Debate in American Politics

    Sun, Aug 7, 2016
    Laurel comes under investigation about her potential involvement with the bug infestation. Also, Gustav and Rochelle discover a unique way to communicate with those infected by the bugs.
    8.5/10 (411)
    Tony Shalhoub in BrainDead (2016)
    Top-rated

    S1.E8 ∙ The Path to War Part One: The Gathering Political Storm

    Sun, Aug 14, 2016
    Rochelle and Gustav capture and question a man they suspect is infected by the bugs. Also, Luke and Red face off in a Senate Intelligence meeting about a potential war.
    7.7/10 (337)
    Beth Malone in BrainDead (2016)
    Top-rated

    S1.E9 ∙ Taking on Water: How Leaks in D.C. Are Discovered and Patched

    Sun, Aug 21, 2016
    Senator Red Wheatus hires a special investigator to dig into the Healy family's financial and personal history. Also, when Gareth learns some sordid details about Laurel's romantic past, it puts a strain on their budding relationship.
    7.8/10 (343)
    Mary Elizabeth Winstead and Michael Zegen in BrainDead (2016)

    S1.E10 ∙ The Path to War Part Two: The Impact of Propaganda on Congressional War Votes

    Sun, Aug 28, 2016
    Laurel must work alongside an old boyfriend, Ben Valderrama, when Luke enlists her help in putting together a political documentary to support his anti-war initiative. Also, Laurel worries about the health of Luke and Germaine's baby.
    7.7/10 (310)
    Tony Shalhoub and Mary Elizabeth Winstead in BrainDead (2016)
    Top-rated

    S1.E11 ∙ Six Points on the New Congressional Budget: The False Dichotomy of Austerity vs. Expansionary Policies

    Sun, Sep 4, 2016
    Luke and Laurel rush to uncover Red's secret agenda, which is buried in a massive new budget bill. Also, Gareth inadvertently witnesses an unsettling bug encounter in Red's office.
    8.3/10 (326)
    Mary Elizabeth Winstead and Jack Carpenter in BrainDead (2016)
    Top-rated

    S1.E12 ∙ Talking Points Toward a Wholistic View of Activism in Government: Can the Top Rebel?

    Sun, Sep 11, 2016
    When Laurel discovers that a senate bill is not what it appears, she implores Luke to help, leading to a dramatic Senate sit-in. Also, Red and Ella battle for control of the bug agenda, and Laurel questions whether or not she should leave Washington, D.C. for good
    8.3/10 (309)
    Mary Elizabeth Winstead in BrainDead (2016)
    Top-rated

    S1.E13 ∙ The End of All We Hold Dear: What Happens When Democracies Fail: A Brief Synopsis

    Sun, Sep 11, 2016
    Laurel discovers the secret to driving the bugs out of a person's brain and tests the tactic on her father. Armed with new knowledge, Laurel and Gareth attempt to expel the Queen bug out of Red's head once and for all. Laurel and Gareth progress in their romantic relationship.
    8.4/10 (336)

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