Mister Sterling (2003– )

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 Washington

Creator:

Lawrence O'Donnell

Stars:

Josh Brolin, David Norona, Audra McDonald

Nominated for 1 Primetime Emmy.

Cast

Series cast summary:
Josh Brolin	...	Bill Sterling (10 episodes, 2003)
David Norona	...	Leon Montero (10 episodes, 2003)
Audra McDonald	...	Jackie Brock (9 episodes, 2003)
William Russ	...	Tommy Doyle (9 episodes, 2003)
Dale Raoul	...	Pat Conway (9 episodes, 2003)
Chandra West	...	Laura Chandler (8 episodes, 2003)
Alexandra Kerry	...	Karen (7 episodes, 2003)
Randy Oglesby	...	Democratic Senate Majority Leader (6 episodes, 2003)
Nicole Forester	...	Sterling's Receptionist (5 episodes, 2003)
Stanley Kamel	...	Arthur Peyton (5 episodes, 2003)

Storyline

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.

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Plot Keywords:

senator | u.s. congress | politics

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Genres:

Drama | Romance

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Details

Official Sites:

Universal

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

10 January 2003 (USA)

Also Known As:

O kyrios Sterling

Filming Locations:

Los Angeles, California, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

NBC Studios, Universal Network Television, National Broadcasting Company (NBC)

Technical Specs

Runtime:

60 min 60 min (10 episodes)

Sound Mix:

Stereo

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

Set in the same "universe" as The West Wing. References will be made to Jed Bartlet's administration but the president himself will not appear on the show.

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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?

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Connections

Spun-off from The West Wing (1999)

User Reviews

Wonderful Show

This is a great show and I am disappointed that it is already on hiatus. I hope the network realizes what a prize they have and brings it back for a longer period of time. I think Josh Brolin does a great job and the supporting cast is right on!