Without a Trace

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Without a Trace is a fast-paced procedural drama about the Missing Persons Squad of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. The sole responsibility of the special task force is to find missing persons by applying advanced psychological profiling techniques to peel back the layers of the victims' lives and trace... more »

Without a Trace is a fast-paced procedural drama about the Missing Persons Squad of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. The sole responsibility of the special task force is to find missing persons by applying advanced psychological profiling techniques to peel back the layers of the victims' lives and trace their whereabouts in an effort to discover whether they have been abducted, been murdered, committed suicide or simply run away. The team reconstructs a "Day of Disappearance" timeline that details every minute of the 24 hours prior to the disappearance, following one simple rule: learn who the victim is in order to learn where the victim is. Senior agent Jack Malone (Anthony LaPaglia) heads the dedicated team that knows too well that every second counts when someone vanishes. His squad includes Samantha Spade (Poppy Montgomery), an agent who doesn't let her good looks get in the way of being tough; Vivian Johnson (Marianne Jean-Baptiste), a no-nonsense investigator; Danny Taylor (Enrique Murciano), an intense and private agent; and Martin Fitzgerald (Eric Close), the newest member of the team, considered a lightweight by the squad because his only experience involves fighting white-collar crime.

In six seasons, much has happened. Martin Fitzgerald is no longer considered the lightweight he once was, having earned the respect of the team through his solid work. Jack Malone has been through many ups and downs and now finds himself in a bad position following the mishandling of a case. Vivian Johnson has proven herself, and a new agent has been welcomed into the ranks -- Elena Delgado (Roselyn Sánchez), a Hispanic female agent who came on in the program's fourth season as the squad faced ever-increasing demands on its time and resources. A former member of the NYPD, she is already known to Danny and their connection grows as the series progresses.

Without a Trace aired Thursday nights on CBS from its premiere in 2002 until the 2006-2007 season. CBS moved it to Sunday nights for one season, before moving it back to its regular Thursday slot for season six. The program now airs in its new timeslot of Tuesdays at 10 P.M. Viewers can catch the seventh season of the program in this timeslot beginning September 23, 2008. Repeats of [i]Without a Trace[/i] also air regularly on TNT. The first and second seasons of the program have been released on DVD in the United States, with latter seasons available only in other markets.less «

• Samantha Spade / Poppy Montgomery (discussion)

  This thread is here primarily for discussion of the character on Without a Trace. Some discussion of the actor/actress is alright, but needs to relate to the show in some way. (Each actor/actress has their own forum on TV.com.) All posts must be on-topic, pertain to the show, and follow the TV.com guidelines .

  This thread is here primarily for discussion of the character on Without a Trace. Some discussion of the actor/actress is alright, but needs to relate to the show in some way. (Each actor/actress has their own forum on TV.com.) All posts must be on-topic, pertain to the show, and follow the TV.com guidelines . less «

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• series 7 in the uk

  Does anybody know when the last series (series 7) of without a trace will be shown in the UK and on which channel?

  Does anybody know when the last series (series 7) of without a trace will be shown in the UK and on which channel?less «

  shane_devlin Last online 8 days ago
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• What building do they use?

  I've been trying to figure out which building/building location they use for the exterior shots of the FBI offices. Does anyone know?

  I've been trying to figure out which building/building location they use for the exterior shots of the FBI offices. Does anyone know? less «

  MrShotShot Last online 9 days ago
  1 comments, last one Jun 10, 2009 + Add Comment

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  9.5 Superb

  One of the best shows on TV. The characters, the story lines - all first class. Easy to follow. Now we just need to get it back on the air!!! hide « show »

  This was one of the best episodes of the show I've seen - it had me in tears at the end. Except for Sam's acting (which was her worse) everyone else was just incredible, especially Jack. The story line was well written and believable and the music (Hallelujah) was fabulous and so well-chosen. Does anyone out there know which version (which singer) was used on this episode. I was stunned to hear the show has been cancelled. What a damned shame. Can someone at CBS please change their mind here. I can't believe some of the garbage on the air and yet they take a show of this calibre off - it's unbelievable.

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  JoanatCAW Added Jun 9, 2009 All my reviews
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  9 Superb

  This crew works hard to find missing persons! hide « show »

  I have been watching Without a Trace since season one and it was and still is one of my favorite shows! I am very disappointed and sad to know that this show has been canceled. The season finale was great, although I would like to see Samantha and Jack get back together agin. I think it was the right time for them, it's just that Brian got in the way. I don't know what I'll do next season since Without a Trace has been canceled. I guess I'll just be watching reruns of WaT, lol. Please Please Please Bring Back Without A Trace (WaT)!!!

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  buzyspud Added May 27, 2009 All my reviews
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  9 Superb

  Veteran FBI agent Jack Malone heads the New York City division of the FBI Missing Persons Unit. On each episode the viewer follows Jack and his team in action. hide « show »

  "Without a Trace" was one of the better crime dramas television had to offer. I was a fan for the show's entire seven year run. Tony Award winner Anthony LaPaglia was perfectly cast as Jack Malone. Seeing him lead his team on the trail of missing persons was a thrill in and of itself. LaPaglia was not the one top notch actor on the show. He was helped by a terrific supporting cast including Eric Close, Enrique Murciano and Poppy Montgomery. The show did not handle the personal lives of the characters well, but the show was worth your time.

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  meathead704 Added May 25, 2009 All my reviews
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  9 Superb

  The show deserved a better ending. hide « show »

  After seven seasons, this season/show finale was not what I expected qualitywise. It felt like the writers had almost given up and just threw something together. The Jack/Sam-break up wasn't a big surprise, but still sad, and the way it was handled was quite frankly terrible. "No, you go first." Bad timing, seriously? The show used to be so much more, and even though it's never really focused on the personal lives of the characters (which has been a relief, watching other shows where the personal lives completely overshadow the actual storyline), it should've given the Jack and Sam-relationship a more dignified ending. They've had a history since before the show started airing and it's been played on through seven years, so all in all I'm disappointed, but I give it a nine based on the past seasons/episodes.

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  poirot89 Added May 20, 2009 All my reviews
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  9 Superb

  Need some more action. hide « show »

  I like this show, Is one of my favourite crime shows.I have seen all the episodes from the first season, I have not lost any, and I want to continue. I have read rumors that perhaps canceled, OMG horror, hope not, it will be very wrong not to see more episodes. One of my favorite actor is Anthony LaPaglia, has a lot of strength and character and I love her character like Jack Malone. The best.I also like the character of Sam, I think the two would make a nice couple. :) I think maybe the show needs some more action, more persecution or something like that. Anyway, is one of my favorites.

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  amy1179 Added Apr 16, 2009 All my reviews