Quantico -

Premise: “Quantico” is a high-stakes drama centered around a group of FBI recruits training at the Quantico base in Virginia. As the recruits navigate their rigorous training regimen, secrets about their pasts are unveiled. The narrative takes a thrilling turn when one of the recruits, Alex Parrish, is framed for a deadly terrorist attack on U.S. soil. The series follows a dual timeline, juxtaposing the events leading up to the attack with Parrish’s attempt to clear her name.

Main Characters:

Alex Parrish (Priyanka Chopra): A talented and determined FBI recruit. After being framed for a terrorist attack, she goes on a mission to prove her innocence and uncover the true perpetrator.
Ryan Booth (Jake McLaughlin): Another FBI trainee at Quantico and Alex’s love interest. He has his own covert mission, which complicates their relationship.
Nimah and Raina Amin (Yasmine Al Massri): Twin sisters who enroll at Quantico as part of an undercover surveillance project. They switch places to maintain their cover.
Shelby Wyatt (Johanna Braddy): A fellow recruit and Alex’s close friend, she has a complex family history connected to 9/11.
Miranda Shaw (Aunjanue Ellis): The assistant director of the FBI academy at Quantico. She has a vested interest in Alex and holds many secrets of her own.

Themes: “Quantico” delves deeply into issues of trust, loyalty, and betrayal. The series raises questions about personal and national identity, the blurred lines between right and wrong, and how prejudices can often cloud judgments.

Critical Consensus and Rating: Rating: 3.5/5 “Quantico” was initially hailed for its intriguing premise and Priyanka Chopra’s breakthrough performance. The dual timeline was appreciated for adding depth and suspense to the narrative. However, as the series progressed, some critics believed that it occasionally succumbed to over-complexity, making the plot challenging to follow.

TV Parental Guidelines Rating: TV-14 for intense action sequences, some mature themes, and suggestive content.

Original Broadcast Details: Aired on: ABC Years: 2015 to 2018