Code Black (2015)

Code Black - Series Information

• Original Title: Code Black
• First Air Year: 2015
• Last Air Year: 2018
• Created by: Michael Seitzman
• Type: TV Series
• Genres: Drama
• Content Rating (US): TV-14
• Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 45 minutes
• Number of Seasons: 3
• Number of Episodes: 47
• Status: Canceled
• Original Language: English
• Spoken Languages: English
• First Air Date: September 30, 2015 (United States - TV-14), September 30, 2015 (Canada - 14+), September 30, 2015 (Brazil - 14)
• Networks: CBS
• Production Companies: ABC Studios, CBS Studios, Michael Seitzman's Pictures, Maniac Productions, Tiny Pyro
• Production Countries: United States of America

Code Black - Plot

Inspired by the award-winning documentary, this medical drama is set in the busiest and most notorious ER in the nation where the extraordinary staff confront a challenged system in order to protect their ideals and the patients who need them the most.

Code Black - Trailer

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Code Black - Cast & Crew

Creator(s)

• Michael Seitzman

Main Cast

• Marcia Gay Harden
• Luis Guzmán
• Benjamin Hollingsworth
• Harry M. Ford
• William Allen Young
• Melanie Chandra
• Tommy Dewey
• Boris Kodjoe
• Rob Lowe
• Raza Jaffrey

Writers

• Michael Seitzman
• David Marshall Grant
• Kayla Alpert
• Mike Weiss
• Corey Evett

Executive Producers

• Ryan McGarry
• Linda Goldstein Knowlton
• Marti Noxon

Code Black - FAQs

Is Code Black based on a true story?

Yes. Code Black is inspired by Ryan McGarry's 2013 documentary of the same name, which chronicled the real-life chaos of Los Angeles County+USC Medical Center's emergency department — one of the busiest and most overcrowded ERs in the United States.

Why was Code Black cancelled after Season 3?

CBS cancelled Code Black in 2018 after three seasons due to declining viewership. Ratings had dropped steadily from its strong debut in 2015, and the network ultimately decided not to renew the series for a fourth season despite a loyal fan base.

Where can you stream Code Black online?

Code Black is available to watch on Amazon Prime Video with ads at no extra cost. Episodes can also be purchased digitally through Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. Check JustWatch for the most current streaming options in your region.

Who are the main actors in Code Black?

Code Black stars Marcia Gay Harden as Dr. Leanne Rorish and Luis Guzmán as Jesse Salander. The ensemble cast also includes Rob Lowe, Boris Kodjoe, Benjamin Hollingsworth, Harry M. Ford, William Allen Young, Melanie Chandra, Tommy Dewey, and Raza Jaffrey.

What is Code Black about?

Code Black follows the staff of Angels Memorial Hospital's emergency department in Los Angeles — the nation's most overwhelmed ER. The series blends intense medical cases with character-driven drama, exploring how doctors, nurses, and residents fight to uphold their ideals within a strained healthcare system.

How many seasons and episodes does Code Black have?

Code Black ran for three seasons on CBS, comprising 47 episodes in total. Season 1 had 18 episodes, Season 2 had 16 episodes, and Season 3 had 13 episodes. The series aired from September 2015 to May 2018.

When did Code Black first air on CBS?

Code Black premiered on CBS on September 30, 2015. The pilot drew over 15 million viewers, making it one of the most-watched drama debuts of that television season and establishing the show as a ratings success in its first year.

What is the content rating for Code Black?

Code Black is rated TV-14 in the United States, indicating content that may be unsuitable for children under 14. The rating reflects the series' depictions of graphic medical procedures, emergency trauma, and mature thematic content typical of a hospital drama.

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