Storyline

Kevin Corcoran is a rugged young Irish immigrant policeman trying to keep the peace in the historical Five Points neighborhood in 1860s New York City while searching for information on the disappearance of his wife and death of his daughter.

First Aired

2012-10-11
Last Aired

2013-09-22
Creator

Will Rokos
Genre

Action & Adventure, Drama
Seasons

2
Episodes

23
Status

Canceled
Language

English
Network

BBC America

Keywords:

new york city period drama police detective american civil war irish immigrant 19th century

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1. Surviving Death

September 17, 1864. New York City Metropolitan Police Detective Kevin Corcoran's investigation of the ...More

September 17, 1864. New York City Metropolitan Police Detective Kevin Corcoran's investigation of the murder of a young girl must navigate the slums of Five Points and the mansions of Uptown to find the child’s killer.Less

45mins 2012-10-11

2. Husbands and Fathers

September 21, 1864. Corcoran receives a lead about the loss of his family. Annie Reilly’s pursuers bec...More

September 21, 1864. Corcoran receives a lead about the loss of his family. Annie Reilly’s pursuers become brutally violent in their search for the child. Robert Morehouse strives to please his father, Norbert, who wishes to purchase the entire Five Points.Less

45mins 2012-10-18

3. In the Hands of an Angry God

September 26, 1864. Racial tensions in Five Points run high when a black pastor is suspected of killin...More

September 26, 1864. Racial tensions in Five Points run high when a black pastor is suspected of killing an Irishman, and the Morehouse family attempts to capitalize on the situation. The search for Corcoran’s missing wife unexpectedly lands in the hands of Eva Heissen.Less

45mins 2012-10-25

4. The Empty Locket

October 2, 1864. Corcoran uncovers new clues about his daughter’s death and his wife's disappearance w...More

October 2, 1864. Corcoran uncovers new clues about his daughter’s death and his wife's disappearance which lead to a tragic personal link to a current murder investigation. Doctor Freeman faces his own challenges as his ex-boxer uncle Marcus uses his friends to execute his planned return to the ring.Less

45mins 2012-11-01

5. La Tempête

October 11, 1864. Detectives Maguire and O’Brien uncover a gang’s scheme to rob some of the wealthiest...More

October 11, 1864. Detectives Maguire and O’Brien uncover a gang’s scheme to rob some of the wealthiest families in New York City. Corcoran, once informed, must ensure the safety of patrons at an upscale fundraiser without intruding upon Norbert Morehouse and Elizabeth Haverford. As the police prepare for the gala, Maguire reveals a startling, life-changing decision, surprising O’Brien and Corcoran. Meanwhile, Marcus Freeman prepares Jasper Longfield for his exhibition fight against "Irish" Jake McGinnis. As the former boxer trains his new protégé, it becomes apparent to Doctor Matthew Freeman that Marcus has his own interests at heart.Less

45mins 2012-11-08

6. Arsenic and Old Cake

October 16, 1864. Corcoran and O’Brien investigate a peculiar double murder. Five Points gathers to wa...More

October 16, 1864. Corcoran and O’Brien investigate a peculiar double murder. Five Points gathers to watch the exhibition fight between Jasper Longfield and “Irish” Jake McGinnis. Rebellious Annie continues to terrorize an impatient Elizabeth.Less

45mins 2012-11-15

7. The Hudson River School

October 18, 1864. Corcoran re-evaluates his decisions about Annie. A group of high society out-of-town...More

October 18, 1864. Corcoran re-evaluates his decisions about Annie. A group of high society out-of-towners offers Robert Morehouse a unique business opportunity. O’Brien’s wife demands that her husband verifies a rumor that New York City is in danger.Less

45mins 2012-11-22

8. Better Times Are Coming

November 8, 1864. An Election Day murder hits close to home. Doctor Freeman struggles to maintain his ...More

November 8, 1864. An Election Day murder hits close to home. Doctor Freeman struggles to maintain his practice while caring for his reclusive wife. Robert Morehouse’s newest affiliates prove more formidable than he anticipated.Less

45mins 2012-11-29

9. A Day to Give Thanks

November 24, 1864. The fallout of recent murders and a shocking discovery leaves Corcoran shaken. More...More

November 24, 1864. The fallout of recent murders and a shocking discovery leaves Corcoran shaken. Morehouse's latest business entanglement takes a dire turn.Less

45mins 2012-12-06

10. A Vast and Fiendish Plot

November 25, 1864. Corcoran races to keep his life and New York City intact. Doctor Freeman's wife tak...More

November 25, 1864. Corcoran races to keep his life and New York City intact. Doctor Freeman's wife takes her well-being into her own hands. Morehouse discovers the nature of his father’s involvement with his new business associates.Less