Designated Survivor — Season 1, Episode 5: The Mission

Episode synopsis

Realizing his attempts at diplomacy with Algeria have failed, President Kirkman makes the difficult decision of sending Navy SEALs on a mission that will define his presidency. Agent Hannah Wells discovers more secrets than answers.

About Designated Survivor

Tom Kirkman, a low-level cabinet member is suddenly appointed President of the United States after a catastrophic attack during the State of the Union kills everyone above him in the Presidential line of succession.

More episodes from Season 1

• E1Pilot
• E2The First Day
• E3The Confession
• E4The Enemy
• E6The Interrogation
• E7The Traitor
• E8The Results
• E9The Blueprint
• E10The Oath
• E11Warriors
• E12The End of the Beginning
• E13Backfire