| Series cast summary: | |||
| Damian Lewis | ... | Charlie Crews 32 episodes, 2007-2009 | |
| Sarah Shahi | ... | Dani Reese 32 episodes, 2007-2009 | |
| Adam Arkin | ... | Ted Earley 32 episodes, 2007-2009 | |
| Brent Sexton | ... | Robert Stark / ... 22 episodes, 2007-2009 | |
| Donal Logue | ... | Captain Kevin Tidwell 21 episodes, 2008-2009 | |
Brilliant LAPD detective Charlie Crews has survived the extreme abuse befalling an innocent cop in prison, and was exonerated for the murders and released after 12 years of hell in jail. He could retire on his settlement, but chooses to resume police work. Nevertheless, the grim experience has made him more philosophical and tempted to put justice - especially for the innocent - above chasing the presumably guilty and legally by-the-book, as his new partner Dani Reese must experience and learn to cope with. Written by KGF Vissers
Being the 'Band of Brothers' groupie that I am, I thought I would give my man Damian Lewis a chance to interest me yet again. I was pleasantly surprised by the "Life" pilot! I have always considered Damian a brilliant actor, and this role seems to fit him well. He plays those parts that make you ask"what exactly is going on in this man's head" very well. The "Life" plot is quirky and original (yes, imagine that - originality!), and promises to keep me eagerly anticipating subsequent episodes. I noticed that Robin Weigert (Calamity Jane from HBO's Deadwood) plays a recurring role - another excellent actress. Keep your eye on this one! I certainly will!