Fortunate Son
Series Overview
Spy drama set in the social and political chaos of 1968, inspired by a true story. Pursued into Canada by the FBI, the matriarch of an American activist family helps smuggle Vietnam war deserters and draft dodgers across the border. What she doesn't know is that one of the deserters is an agent of the CIA sent to spy on her.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 8 Episodes
60 min per episode
2020 – 2020
Premiered: Wed, Jan 8, 2020
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 8: “Suspicious Minds”
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Fortunate Son | Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-01-07
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stefan Schwartz, Ken Girotti
Andrew Wreggitt, Tom Cox, Brian Dennis, Jordy Randall, Erin Haskett
Department Leadership Roster
Stefan Schwartz
Director
Brian Dennis
Producer
Ken Girotti
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
Parental Guidance Suggested.
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What is Fortunate Son about?
Spy drama set in the social and political chaos of 1968, inspired by a true story. Pursued into Canada by the FBI, the matriarch of an American activist family helps smuggle Vietnam war deserters and draft dodgers across the border. What she doesn't know is that one of the deserters is an agent of the CIA sent to spy on her.
How many seasons does Fortunate Son have?
Fortunate Son comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Fortunate Son?
Key cast members in Fortunate Son include Kari Matchett, Darren Mann, Stephen Moyer, Dylan Taylor.
Who created or directed Fortunate Son?
Fortunate Son was developed and directed by Stefan Schwartz, Ken Girotti.