Internal Affairs
Mashup: Law & Order SVU meets The Rookie
Genre: Crime, Police Action
Target Market: Network, Streaming, International Syndication
Why INTERNAL AFFAIRS? Adapted from Mark McLaughlin’s feature screenplay SWAT: Fear Sweat & Bullets, the “METRO” Pilot Episode is a high-octane police procedural that follows Officer Kim Baxter, a fierce and determined LAPD officer battling to prove her worth in both the crime-ridden streets of Los Angeles and the male-dominated world of law enforcement. As Kim takes on life-threatening situations, she must also confront the deeply ingrained sexism of her colleagues and superiors, all while grappling with failed relationships and her own emotional scars from a troubled past in the foster care system. Balancing intense action with personal drama, METRO dives deep into Kim’s fight for respect, survival, and justice, as she struggles to become LAPD’s first woman in SWAT.
Procedural format with built-in binge appeal.
Designed for multi-season longevity.
Aligns with high-demand procedural content on global platforms.
Pitch Material Available: Deck, Sizzle Reel, One Sheet, Script, Synopsis
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In the “Internal Affairs” Pilot Episode, seasoned LAPD detective Gina Ragsdale leads a tense investigation into former cop Rodney Philips, whose criminal activities force her team into a high-stakes standoff that ends in tragedy. As the fallout from the case mounts, Gina is joined by Alex Duncan, a new IA detective grappling with the shadow of his disgraced father. Together, they navigate the murky waters of police misconduct and betrayal, particularly when investigating Officer Roberto Morales, accused of sexually exploiting teenage cadets. With personal lives strained and their work constantly pushing them to question their values, Gina and Alex must confront both the moral dilemmas and physical danger of investigating their own, all while trying to maintain their integrity in the controversial world of Internal Affairs.
