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A young journalist who, while working on her first murder case, becomes embroiled in a web of urban gangs, the political class, corporate power-brokers and the police.
The series follows Daisy Channing (Elyse Levesque), a young reporter trying to balance a messy personal life with a burgeoning career. Things begin to go sideways for Daisy when she witnesses a murder she thinks is gang-related, only to find herself slowly drawn into an interconnected web of criminal and illicit sexual activity that reaches into the corridors of corporate and political power. It's the kind of story that will destroy lives, including those of her own family. With help from lead homicide detective Kevin Lutz (Lyriq Bent), her editor Mary Foster (Alex Kingston) and co-worker Simon Olenski (Lucas Bryant), Daisy uncovers a cover-up so scandalous it could bring down the government.

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Paul Sun-Hyung Lee (Marty Chen) & Jean Yoon (Georgia) also worked together on Kim's Convenience (2016) as Appa & Umma respectively, as well as episode 3.2, Dark Matter: It Doesn't Have to Be Like This (2017), of Dark Matter (2015) as Dr. Borsin & Dr. Hajek respectively.

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    • Author: one life
    This is story is the quintessential thriller but rather than your typical Bourne Identify male lead, the main focal point is a female protagonist who is a flawed but truly compelling character. As a the main character, Daisy is driven and ambitious but you root for her success ( and safety) as she navigates a world that is seedy and interesting. The pace of each episode moves at a good clip, keeping you on the edge of your seats and I love how each episode ends with a cliff hanger that keeps you wanting more. I appreciate the rich tapestry of life that the series highlights as you get a glimpse into the variety of communities that you can find in major metropolis, from the high roller basketball players to the low key family home of people of faith. What I really enjoy about this series so far it's that it's a complex thriller where I haven't figured out exactly who are the bad guys (killers) and who are the heroes...so far, it's not a transparent plot and as such it deserves a kudos. In short If you Iove a good story, dynamic characters and a top notch mystery series then you too will enjoy this really great drama.
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    • Author: Gagas
    Shoot The Messager, out of what I have seen so far, is a phenomenal show! I have seen the first who episodes, but I eagerly await the rest. Here is a summary. A young journalist is going to meet someone in a park, she witnesses a fatal shooting at that park. She decides to write a story about it but she somehow messes it up. She prints the story but has to correct her mistake, her boss gets really angry at her. No matter how she tries she can't let go of her story, and suddenly, he life is all a mess. She works with Somalian community, she is in a conflict on interest because her boyfriend is the head of detective on the case that she want to know more about. She also get involved with a man who is soon to be married. It is a very sexy who it is flashy and intense , it will really make your heart jump. If you want something that will make you revel in suspense, or want to watch an overall amazing show, then this is the show for you!.
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    • Author: HyderCraft
    I really enjoyed and was totally scared by this show. I've no doubt why it got cancelled. Same reason they cancelled the "Intelligence" tv show years ago. The 'powers' that really run the world were more scared than I was. Gosh only knows what and who the show would have targeted in Canada to expose in subsequent seasons. To everyone who did the show - big congrats on terrific show, 10 stars well done.
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    • Author: Cktiell
    A nice body of Canadian Drama! Keeps you wanting more... I had the pleasure to work on the project and the dedication of cast and crew was exemplary. Jennifer, Sudz and their team worked very hard to create a body of work to be proud of, glad CBC picked it up. Look forward to second season.
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    • Author: Purestone
    I stuck it out but this series was poorly written, acted, and delivered. I'm not surprised it wasn't renewed.
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    • Author: Ginaun
    Bad writing. Bad theme. Bad acting. Bad show period.
  • Series cast summary:
    Elyse Levesque Elyse Levesque - Daisy Channing 8 episodes, 2016
    Lucas Bryant Lucas Bryant - Simon Olenski 8 episodes, 2016
    Lyriq Bent Lyriq Bent - Kevin Lutz 8 episodes, 2016
    Alex Kingston Alex Kingston - Mary Foster 8 episodes, 2016
    Hannah Emily Anderson Hannah Emily Anderson - Chloe Channing 8 episodes, 2016
    Ari Cohen Ari Cohen - Sam Charles 8 episodes, 2016
    Edie Inksetter Edie Inksetter - Jordana Ortiz 8 episodes, 2016
    Al Sapienza Al Sapienza - Eric Lawson 8 episodes, 2016
    Maurice Dean Wint Maurice Dean Wint - Phil Hardcastle 8 episodes, 2016
    Shadia Ali Shadia Ali - Xannan Suleman 8 episodes, 2016
    Araya Mengesha Araya Mengesha - Hassan Ali 7 episodes, 2016
    Brenda Bazinet Brenda Bazinet - Susan Reeves 6 episodes, 2016
    Ron Lea Ron Lea - Insp. Morris 6 episodes, 2016
    Tony Nappo Tony Nappo - Det. Sgt. Rany 6 episodes, 2016
    Paulino Nunes Paulino Nunes - Marco DaSilva 5 episodes, 2016
    Nicholas Campbell Nicholas Campbell - Henry Channing 5 episodes, 2016
    Dalmar Abuzeid Dalmar Abuzeid - Khaalif Suleman 5 episodes, 2016
    Paul Sun-Hyung Lee Paul Sun-Hyung Lee - Marty Chen 5 episodes, 2016
    K.C. Collins K.C. Collins - Imam Khaari 5 episodes, 2016
    Karen Robinson Karen Robinson - Hani Suleman 5 episodes, 2016
    Rayisa Kondracki Rayisa Kondracki - Cassie Leman 4 episodes, 2016
    Patrick Kwok-Choon Patrick Kwok-Choon - Roger Deacon 4 episodes, 2016
    Paula Kaye Paula Kaye - Walla Performer / - 4 episodes, 2016
    Warsame Raghe Warsame Raghe - Nazeem Warsame 4 episodes, 2016
    Rick Fox Rick Fox - Anthony Telpher 3 episodes, 2016
    Clark Backo Clark Backo - Avril Trong 3 episodes, 2016
    Matt Baram Matt Baram - Dan Keele 3 episodes, 2016
    Kawa Ada Kawa Ada - Raj Chaudhuri 3 episodes, 2016
    John Bourgeois John Bourgeois - Chief Ken Thomson 3 episodes, 2016
    Michael Ayres Michael Ayres - Khaalid Suleman 3 episodes, 2016
    Jean Yoon Jean Yoon - Georgia 3 episodes, 2016
    Michael Brown Michael Brown - Detective Innis 3 episodes, 2016
    Brendan Murray Brendan Murray - Jim, Rukus Reporter 3 episodes, 2016
    Brenda Robins Brenda Robins - Margie Channing 2 episodes, 2016
    Ed Robertson Ed Robertson - Greggor Wood 2 episodes, 2016
    Max Topplin Max Topplin - Harry Beauchamp III 2 episodes, 2016
    Laura Cilevitz Laura Cilevitz - Nina Broadstone 2 episodes, 2016
    Jeannette Sousa Jeannette Sousa - Candace Velasquez 2 episodes, 2016
    James Madge James Madge - Detective Valery 2 episodes, 2016
    Robinne Fanfair Robinne Fanfair - Detective Williams 2 episodes, 2016
    Jamaal Magloire Jamaal Magloire - Orlandio Spence / - 2 episodes, 2016
    Samantha Kaine Samantha Kaine - Donnette 2 episodes, 2016
    Canute Gomes Canute Gomes - Identification Officer Gus 2 episodes, 2016
    Art Hindle Art Hindle - Hal Sherbrooke 2 episodes, 2016
    Elena Khan Elena Khan - Passerby 2 episodes, 2016
    Torren Sylvain Torren Sylvain - Junior Aide 2 episodes, 2016
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