New DC Family Drama
Peter Krause Headlines New NBC Drama 'Line of Fire' Set in DC
Anonymous
NBC's new drama "Line of Fire" centers on a family where everyone works in federal law enforcement. Channel 3000 reports the show puts a Secret Service agent, a U.S. Marshal, and their children—who work for the Secret Service, FBI, and Department of Justice—under one roof. The series explores how these agencies interact and the personal toll their high-stakes work takes on family life.
Peter Krause stars as the Secret Service agent father, with Hope Davis playing a U.K. Marshal. OA Now reports the show aims to show how the FBI, U.S. Marshals, Secret Service, and Department of Justice work together. Producer Josh Safran conceived the idea after a conversation at a family birthday party.
A Family Built on Federal Service
The show's premise is unusual in television. Journal Now notes that the series focuses on how different federal agencies interact. All four major law enforcement branches—FBI, U.S. Marshals, Secret Service, and Department of Justice—are represented by one family. This setup creates both professional and personal drama as they navigate their overlapping worlds.
Krause Drawn to the Script's Emotional Depth
Peter Krause found the script compelling for its character-driven storytelling. Journal Times reports the drama blends elements similar to "Parenthood" and "911." The show focuses on what people sacrifice to protect their families and the world. Krause was attracted to this balance between action and intimate family moments.
A Political Drama Without Current Politics
While the show operates in Washington, D.C., it won't tackle current political events. Greensboro.com indicates producer Josh Safran steers clear of today's headlines. Instead, the series focuses on universal themes: duty, sacrifice, and the personal cost of public service. This approach allows the drama to explore timeless conflicts between career ambition and family loyalty.
Sentiment
NeutralNEGATIVENEUTRALPOSITIVE
Publishers
5
Articles
4
Reach
5
A
AnonymousAuthor
