APB
APB

APB

2017TV ShowCanceled1 SeasonEnglish

After a billionaire engineer witnesses his best friend’s murder, he takes charge of Chicago’s troubled 13th District and reboots it as a technically innovative police force, challenging the district to rethink everything about the way they fight crime.

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes50%
Metacritic52/100
Google Users71%
Director: Matt NixGenres: Action, Crime Drama, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

APB is a police procedural drama that centers on a billionaire engineer who, after the murder of his best friend, decides to fund his own private police force to take on the corrupt and inefficient police department in his city. He equips his officers with cutting-edge technology, aiming to make the city safer and more efficient.

Critical Reception

APB received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised its ambitious premise, high-tech gadgetry, and fast-paced action, others found the plot implausible, the characters underdeveloped, and the execution lacking depth. The show struggled to find a consistent audience and was canceled after one season.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its modern technological premise and action-packed sequences.
  • Criticized for its lack of character development and often unrealistic plot points.
  • Seen as a visually interesting but ultimately superficial police procedural.

Google audience: Audience reviews are generally positive, with viewers appreciating the show's innovative technology and exciting premise. However, some found the storylines to be predictable and felt the characters could have been more compelling.

Fun Fact

The show's production aimed to incorporate real-world emerging technologies into its futuristic police equipment, reflecting current advancements in law enforcement.

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