Damages
Series Overview
Damages is an American legal thriller television series created by the writing and production trio of Daniel Zelman and brothers Glenn and Todd A. Kessler. The plot revolves around the brilliant, ruthless lawyer Patty Hewes and her protégée, recent law school graduate Ellen Parsons. Each season features a major case that Hewes and her firm take on, while also examining a chapter of the complicated relationship between Ellen and Patty. The first two seasons center around the law firm Hewes & Associates. Later seasons center more on Patty and Ellen's relationship as Ellen begins to distance herself from Hewes & Associates and begins an independent career.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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5 Seasons • 59 Episodes
2007 – 2012
Premiered: Tue, Jul 24, 2007
Allen Coulter
Todd A. Kessler
Glenn KesslerLatest Aired Episode
Season 5, Episode 10: “But You Don't Do That Anymore”
Series Finale: While looking to use Michael Hewes' custody hearing to bring down Patty (Glenn Close), Ellen (Rose Byrne) is double-crossed by a key witness in the McClaren trial.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official Series TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-09-03
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Allen Coulter, Todd A. Kessler, Glenn Kessler
James S. Levine
Lori Jo Nemhauser, Todd A. Kessler, Glenn Kessler, Daniel Zelman
Department Leadership Roster
Mirela Rupic
Costume Design
Lori Jo Nemhauser
Producer
James S. Levine
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-MA: Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
14+ Parents Strongly Cautioned.
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
Mature Accompanied — Restricted to persons 15 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 10 ans — 10+ only.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Damages
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What is Damages about?
Damages is an American legal thriller television series created by the writing and production trio of Daniel Zelman and brothers Glenn and Todd A. Kessler. The plot revolves around the brilliant, ruthless lawyer Patty Hewes and her protégée, recent law school graduate Ellen Parsons. Each season features a major case that Hewes and her firm take on, while also examining a chapter of the complicated relationship between Ellen and Patty. The first two seasons center around the law firm Hewes & Associates. Later seasons center more on Patty and Ellen's relationship as Ellen begins to distance herself from Hewes & Associates and begins an independent career.
How many seasons does Damages have?
Damages comprises 5 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Damages?
Key cast members in Damages include Glenn Close, Rose Byrne, Ryan Phillippe.
Who created or directed Damages?
Damages was developed and directed by Allen Coulter, Todd A. Kessler, Glenn Kessler.