Synopsis: John Wells, the creative force behind "ER" and "The West Wing," collaborates for the first time since "ER" with writer Lydia Woodward and director Christopher Chulack on CITIZEN BAINES, a drama about a prominent three-term United States senator who returns to his Seattle home following the shock of losing his bid for reelection.

Although he is completely unfamiliar with the world beyond politics, Elliott Baines must leave Capitol Hill and return home to start living the next chapter in his now uncertain life. Joining him are his three adult daughters, who are often at odds not only with their father but also with each other. Ellen, the eldest daughter, is a lawyer considering a move into the political arena; Reeva is a busy mother of two, with problems at home, and Dori is a young woman still trying to find her niche in life. Caught up in their own lives and used to living them without their father's presence, the three don't know what to expect from his return -- and neither does Elliott.

The Cast:
James Cromwell as Elliott Baines
Embeth Davidtz as Ellen
Jane Adams as Reeva
Jacinda Barrett as Dori

Production Credits:
PRODUCED BY: John Wells Productions, in association with Warner Bros. Television

EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: John Wells, Lydia Woodward, Christopher Chulack

Episodes
Season One, 2001/2002:
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1-2

1-3

1-4 Three Days In November--10/20/2001
Ellen and Dori join Elliott on his trip to Washington to receive the medal -- and to lobby for the position of Secretary of Commerce. Upon their arrival, they are greeted by Glenn, a real-estate agent and D.C. socialite who hopes to get the listing on Elliott’s Virginia home. Elliott gets a second surprise when Reeva, who initially chose not to join her father and sisters, shows up for his award ceremony. Meanwhile, as Elliott begins to realize that his Washington career is over, Ellen is approached to run for office and ultimately realizes that this is truly what she wants.