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Dem2theMax

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5. Gideon's Crossing.

Thu Aug 28, 2025, 07:56 AM

Aug 28

2000/2001. Starred Andre Braugher.

It had a bad time slot, so that affected the ratings.

Most of all, I think the reason why it only lasted one season was because it was too smart for most viewers.

It was a brilliant show, led by the finest actor I've ever seen.

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