Day Break
Day Break

Day Break

2008TV ShowEnded2 SeasonsEnglish

Today Detective Brett Hopper will be accused of shooting state attorney Alberto Garza. He will offer his rock solid alibi. He will realize he's been framed. And he will run. Then, he will wake up and start the day over again.

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IMDb7.2/10
Director: Known as "Daybreak" (2008 TV series)Genres: Action, Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

A detective wakes up every day at 6:00 AM on March 17th, reliving the same day over and over. He must use his knowledge of the repeating day to prevent a global pandemic and uncover the conspiracy behind his temporal predicament. As he navigates the day, he tries to save his family and a mysterious woman who seems to be aware of his situation.

Critical Reception

Day Break received a mixed reception from critics. While some praised its unique premise and engaging storyline, others found its plot convoluted and its characters underdeveloped. The show struggled with ratings, leading to its early cancellation after only 13 episodes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive time-loop concept and suspenseful narrative.
  • Criticized for its pacing and a plot that became increasingly complex.
  • The lead performance was generally well-received, adding depth to the challenging role.

Google audience: Audience reception for Day Break is difficult to gauge due to its short run and limited availability on major streaming platforms. Early online discussions often highlighted the intriguing premise and the mystery surrounding the protagonist's situation, but many also expressed frustration with the show's abrupt ending.

Fun Fact

The show's premise of a character reliving the same day has been explored in other media, notably the film "Groundhog Day" and later the TV series "24" (though "24" focused on real-time). Day Break's unique twist was incorporating a specific date and a global threat into the repeating day.

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