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Standoff

2006 – 2007Show1 season18 episodesTV-14

CrimeDrama
37
WeakGoodWatch score
IMDb7.5Metacritic37–Rotten Tomatoes23%–

A nerve-racking, gripping drama series about everyday modern life and crime, with standout characters.

Good for friends night · teens · binge-friendly

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Not for laughs, comfort or warmth.

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Episodes

1 season · 18 episodes · best: S1E12 "No Strings" 8.8

Episodes

8.1

Story

The series focused on an FBI Crisis Negotiation Unit whose members negotiated hostage situations and shared relationships.

Feels like

  • Crisis Negotiation Drama
  • FBI Procedural
  • Psychological Thriller
  • Interpersonal Dynamics
  • High-Stakes Situations
  • Tense & Gripping
  • Character-Driven
  • Crime Investigation
  • Human Drama

Cast

24 of 25 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Tim Story
Written by
Adam Targum, Craig Silverstein
Music by
The Angel

Everyone

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Facts

September 5, 2006 · July 20, 2007 · Ended

First aired
September 5, 2006
Last aired
July 20, 2007
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 18 episodes
Age rating
TV-14
Content
Violence, Strong Language
Genres
Drama, Crime
Original language
English

Q&A

3 questions, like "Is Standoff worth watching?"

Questions about Standoff

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Standoff worth watching?

37
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 37 (IMDb 7.5, Rotten Tomatoes 23%, and Metacritic 37). Audiences rate it higher (75 out of 100) than critics (30).

Is Standoff okay for kids?

TV-14ViolenceStrong language

Not for young kids: it's rated TV-14 in the United States for violence and strong language, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.

How long does it take to watch Standoff?

18 h

About 18 hours: 18 episodes in 1 season of about 60 minutes each, aired from 2006 to 2007.