In Plain Sight -

Premise:
“In Plain Sight” centers around U.S. Marshal Mary Shannon (Mary McCormack), who works in the Witness Protection Program, safeguarding federal witnesses. Based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Mary juggles her high-stakes job with her complicated personal life, including dealing with her family and relationships. She works alongside her partner, Marshall Mann (Frederick Weller), as they protect their charges while also navigating the dangerous world of criminals who would like nothing better than to see their witnesses eliminated.

Main Central Characters:

Mary Shannon (Mary McCormack): The no-nonsense U.S. Marshal who has a knack for protecting witnesses but struggles with her personal life.
Marshall Mann (Frederick Weller): Mary’s level-headed and dependable partner in the Witness Protection Program.
Jinx Shannon (Lesley Ann Warren): Mary’s unreliable, but lovable, mother.
Brandi Shannon (Nichole Hiltz): Mary’s younger sister who often finds herself in trouble.

Themes:
The series delves into themes of identity, both hidden and overt, as it deals with witnesses who are forced to leave their old lives behind. It also explores the idea of justice and the lengths one must go to achieve it, as well as the ethical implications of hiding the truth for a greater good. The series puts a spotlight on family dynamics and relationships, highlighting how complicated they can become when work-life boundaries are blurred.

Critical Consensus and Rating: 3/5
The critical consensus rates the show at a solid 3 out of 5. While the series is praised for its character development and Mary McCormack’s strong performance, it’s often critiqued for its somewhat formulaic approach to episodic storytelling.

TV Parental Guidelines Rating:
The show received a TV-14 rating due to its mature themes, violence, and some strong language.

Broadcast Information:
“In Plain Sight” originally aired on the USA Network from 2008 to 2012.

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