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Against the Wall

Against the Wall

Her job is hitting too close to home.

20116.51 Season13 EpisodesEnded

Overview

This Chicago-set family drama follows a policewoman who causes a rift with her three cop brothers when she decides to join the department's Internal Affairs division.

NetworksLifetime

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Top Cast

Rachael Carpani

Rachael Carpani

Abby Kowalski

Kathy Baker

Kathy Baker

Sheila Kowalski

Marisa Ramirez

Marisa Ramirez

Lina Flores

Brandon Quinn

Brandon Quinn

Richie Kowalski

Mayko Nguyen

Mayko Nguyen

Mackie Phan

Andrew W. Walker

Andrew W. Walker

John Brody

Chris Johnson

Chris Johnson

Danny Mitchell

Treat Williams

Treat Williams

Don Kowalski

Themes & Keywords

chicago, illinoispolicefamily dramapolice detectivepolice procedural

About Against the Wall

Against the Wall is a drama, crime series that first aired in 2011 exploring themes of chicago, illinois, police, family drama, police detective, police procedural. it stars Rachael Carpani, Kathy Baker, Marisa Ramirez. This Chicago-set family drama follows a policewoman who causes a rift with her three cop brothers when she decides to join the department's Internal Affairs division.

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