Southland (2009 – 2013)

Name: Southland
Genre: Drama
Released: 2009-04-09
Duration: 42 min
Rating: 8.5
Cast: Ben McKenzie, Michael Cudlitz, Regina King, Shawn Hatosy, C. Thomas Howell

2009 • 5 seasons • Drama • TV-MA

On September 19, 2026

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Drama

TV-MA•Apr 9, 2009 – Apr 17, 2013•USA•5 Seasons•43 Episodes

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LanguageEnglish

W2TCH Rating82%Good

Won 2 Primetime Emmys. 15 wins & 27 nominations total

Synopsis

This raw and realistic drama plunges into the criminal world of Los Angeles, following the lives of those on both sides of the law. The story focuses on four main characters, each grappling with personal struggles. Officer John Cooper, a seasoned veteran returning after surgery, must face his own limitations. Rookie Officer Ben Sherman is eager to prove himself, but quickly learns the streets are tougher than he expected. Detective Lydia Adams finds her cases increasingly affecting her personally. And Sammy Bryant, a former detective haunted by the death of his partner, returns to patrol hoping to find stability. Their individual journeys become interwoven, creating a compelling story of hope and despair within the city.