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6.7 / 10(6 votes)IMDbTV-MAFirst Aired: 20182 Seasons

The Trade

“Getting in is the only way out.”

Series Overview

A visceral, rarely-seen look into the personal stories of those most affected by ongoing national emergencies.

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedDocumentary
Original Network
Showtime
Episodes & Seasons

2 Seasons • 9 Episodes

52 min per episode

Air Date Window

2018 – 2020

Premiered: Fri, Feb 2, 2018

Created By

Creative Production Team

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Fri, Mar 27, 2020

Season 2, Episode 4: “Episode 4”

Magda and Rossni cross into the United States, but must now figure out how to manage their asylum case and support themselves. Sochil becomes increasingly worried about her family’s safety and questions whether the Mexican government will ever take action against La Luz del Mundo. A pastor in Honduras attempts to broker a truce between MS-13 and a rival gang at great risk to his personal safety. Juana, a grandmother in Santa Barbara with six kids, faces deportation back to Mexico after living in the U.S. for 20 years. Season finale.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

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The Trade 2018 Official Trailer SHOWTIME

Type: Trailer • Published 2017-12-05

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Matthew Heineman

Producers

Matthew Galkin, Jeremy Chilnick, Matthew Heineman, Morgan Spurlock, Pagan Harleman

Department Leadership Roster

Matthew Heineman

Matthew Heineman

Director

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: TV-MA

TV-MA: Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)TV-MA

Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Trade

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What is The Trade about?

A visceral, rarely-seen look into the personal stories of those most affected by ongoing national emergencies.

How many seasons does The Trade have?

The Trade comprises 2 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in The Trade?

Key cast members in The Trade include Not specified.

Who created or directed The Trade?

The Trade was developed and directed by Matthew Heineman.