Madam Secretary
Not politics as usual.
Created by Barbara Hall
On CBS
A procedural political drama that balances high-stakes international crises with domestic warmth, built on the competence and integrity of its protagonist navigating both diplomacy and family.
After years away from the CIA, Elizabeth McCord is pulled back into the political arena. The newly appointed Secretary of State is tough, fair, and smart, driving international diplomacy, wrangling office politics, and circumventing protocol as she negotiates global and domestic issues, both at the White House and at home.
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Does Madam Secretary leave you hopeful? Yes. More hopeful than 81% of series.
Is Madam Secretary sad? Barely. Less sad than 75% of series.
Is Madam Secretary easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 66% of series.
Is Madam Secretary violent? Not especially. Less violent than 65% of series.
Is Madam Secretary scary? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Cinnamon Score
How much this series gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
Familiar shape, done well.
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Ensemble
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Like Madam Secretary
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Madam Secretary
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Madam Secretary, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Madam Secretary, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Madam Secretary, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
