Citizen Baines

Eliot Morgan, a charismatic and influential U.S. Senator, decides to retire from public life after a distinguished career. Upon returning to his hometown, he struggles to find purpose and meaning outside the political arena. He soon becomes involved in local community issues, attempting to navigate a new chapter of his life while confronting personal challenges and the complexities of his legacy. The series explores his attempts to reconnect with his family and his past.

Citizen Baines received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised its strong performances, particularly from James Cromwell, and its thoughtful exploration of post-political life, others found the storylines to be slow-paced and lacking compelling drama. The show struggled to find a consistent audience, leading to its cancellation after only seven episodes.

• Praised for James Cromwell's commanding performance.
• Some critics found the show to be too slow and lacking in dramatic tension.
• The exploration of a politician's transition to civilian life was seen as potentially interesting but underdeveloped.

Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews and summaries for 'Citizen Baines' is not readily available, as the series had a limited run and did not garner widespread public discussion.

The series was an attempt by CBS to create a drama with a strong political theme, but it failed to capture a significant audience, making it one of the shorter-lived dramas of the 2001-2002 television season.