June 20 (2010-06-20) – September 19, 2010 (2010-09-19)
The Gates is an American supernatural[1]crime drama[2] television series that aired on the ABC network from June 20, 2010, to September 19, 2010.[3][4] The show was cancelled after its first season due to low ratings.
Plot
Nick Monahan and his family move from Chicago to a serene, upscale community called The Gates, where he has a job as the new chief of police. They soon realise that the community is unlike any other, consisting of mysterious neighbors who are not what they appear to be.[1][5][6]
Cast and characters
Frank Grillo as Nick Monohan, the Gates’ new chief of police
Justin Miles as Marcus Jordan, a deputy officer alongside Leigh Turner and Nick Monahan
Janina Gavankar as Leigh Turner, a deputy officer alongside Marcus Jordan and Nick Monahan. Her species is unknown, presumed the "living dead" as her heart was ripped out by an ex-boyfriend.
James Preston as Lukas Ford, a werewolf and leader of his own small pack of teenage werewolves
Development and production
In January 2009, The Gates was among numerous pilot scripts being considered by ABC for the 2009–2010 season.[7] It was not until October 2009 that ABC first announced development of the series, which is an international co-production for Fox Television Studios through their international paradigm.[2] A green-light for the 13 episode order was contingent on international financing for the project,[2] which makes the series more economically feasible as a summer replacement.[8]
Filming began in Shreveport, Louisiana on March 29, 2010, and was expected to continue until August 2010.[13][14] Original reports by Variety suggested that the series might be filmed overseas,[15] with another outlet mentioning South America.[16] The show has featured music by a variety of artists, including indie folk songwriter Quinn Marston.[17][18]
Cancellation
Soon after the first season finished airing there were rumors that the show would not be returning for a second season. These rumors were further fueled by cast member Grillo's tweets suggesting that his contract was not going to be renewed.[19] In October 2010 several of the show's stars confirmed that the show had indeed been canceled and that there would not be a second season.[20][21]
The lives of the Monohan family become unexpectedly complicated after moving into their new home in an exclusive community called "The Gates." In his new job as Chief of Police, Nick Monohan becomes involved in a missing person's case on his first day as he learns his neighbors are hiding their involvement in the case as well as a family secret. Just when his family is finally settling in, Nick receives bad news.
Nick, disturbed by his discoveries about The Gates, investigates the death of his predecessor. Meanwhile, Claire deals with the backlash from her latest misdeed. Brett wants to keep dating Andie, but Andie must sort out her feelings for Charlie.
A string of small crimes hits the Gates, starting with a robbery at the McAllister's house. Elsewhere, someone from Claire's past arrives and isn't buying her as a housewife. Lukas continues to pressure Brett to let loose with the rest of the pack.
Brett and the pack receive some unwanted attention when a hunter goes missing. Nick and Dylan try to put their issues aside at the Father Daughter Dance. Andie and Charlie's relationship starts to blossom, but a surprise flip flops everything.
Just as Nick comes to a dramatic realization that vampires exist, he's forced into a close association with one. But Nick and Dylan's secret is in jeopardy when Marcus looks into Teresa's disappearance. Trouble's in the air when Devon attends a party accompanied by her ex-husband and his new wife. Meanwhile, Charlie is determined to pursue Andie unmindful of the dangers that he may face.
Nick asks Dylan for help in finding the vampire who murdered a neighbor inside The Gates. Claire can't seem to end her "arrangement" with Christian. Meanwhile, extreme danger is in store for those around Andie when she tries to control her symptoms without her meds.
Nick and Dylan must find a secret about Frank Buckley to level the blackmail playing field. Social politics may ruin Sarah's pool party. Brett and Charlie continue to vie for Andie's affections. Devon has ulterior motives for trying internet dating.
Nick must act as referee between Vampires and Werewolves after Lukas' father is attacked and left for dead. In the middle of it all, Andie and Brett turn to each other. After being refused by Peg, Mia turns to Devon to learn witchcraft. Christian threatens to reveal his true relationship with Claire.
An FBI agent visits the gates, searching for a criminal who may have taken refuge in The Gates. Andie grows weaker by the day, and Charlie has an unexpected crush. Claire and Dylan struggle to repair their bond.
Nick's past is haunting him, because of Devon's summoning. Claire is visited by Emily's Aunt Nancy and a social worker. Dana tries to bring Charlie and Andie back together.
A controversial decision threatens to tear the neighborhood apart. Sarah makes a discovery about Devon. Brett reacts to the news that Charlie and Andie are back together.
13
"Moving Day"
Fred Gerber
Grant Scharbo & Gabrielle Stanton
September 19, 2010 (2010-09-19)
2.84
Devastated by recent events, the Monohans decide to leave The Gates. The Radcliffes pursue Devon; Brett desperately searches for Andie.
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