Press releases

**Press releases** from ABC regarding *The Crossing*.

Information not directly relavent to the series was trimmed. For full releases, see references.

## Series

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> **Title:** The Crossing Season 1 Lead Sheet
> **Released:** 01/04/18
> Jude Ellis (Steve Zahn) is the sheriff of Port Canaan, a small fishing town on the Oregon coast. Having relocated from Oakland to escape a strained marriage and a dark past as a big city cop, his goal is to build a quiet new life for himself and for, eventually, his young son. But those plans for a quiet life change instantly when 47 refugees from a war-torn country wash up on his beach seeking asylum. But the country they're from is America … and the war they're fleeing is 180 years in the future. As the Feds set out to uncover the truth behind the mysterious migration, Jude will launch an investigation of his own with the help of his loyal sheriff's deputy, and Port Canaan native, Nestor Rosario (Rick Gomez).
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> Reece (Natalie Martinez) is a refugee too, but she's different. She's an "Apex," a member of a genetically engineered human population that possess dramatically heightened physical and mental traits. While in the future she was a soldier – tasked with eliminating members of the lower "Common" class – her only goal once she arrives in Port Canaan is to find her daughter, Leah (Bailey Skodje), from whom she is separated during the Crossing, and who is then taken to a secret camp with the rest of the new arrivals. As Leah tries to adapt to her new surroundings with the other refugees, she will find herself fighting a devastating virus that she has brought with her from the future. But Reece has raised a fighter – capable, resourceful and brave.
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> Leading the investigation for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is Emma Ren (Sandrine Holt), whose dogged pursuit of the truth is complicated by the fact that her boss, wily DHS Undersecretary Craig Lindauer (Jay Karnes), seems to know a lot more about the migration than he's telling her. Emma's second-in-command is Bryce Foster (Luc Roderique), a young, empathetic agent who comes to find himself in over his head. DHS camp guard Roy Aronson is a straight arrow, but his by-the-book nature will be tested once he becomes romantically interested in one of the refugees. Another vital member of the government team is virologist Dr. Sophie Forbin (Georgina Haig), who is inquisitive, driven and has her own personal reasons for researching the Apex phenomenon and what it could mean to the future of science.
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> The survivors who fled the future in search of a better life include Caleb (Marcuis W. Harris) and his wife, Rebecca (Simone Kessell), who are still struggling with the painful loss of their daughter; Hannah (Kelley Missal), whose sweet exterior masks a gritty survivor who has learned the hard way what it takes to survive; and Paul (Rob Campbell) who is anxious, haunted and desperate to see the outside world.
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> The news of this mysterious arrival will have the locals buzzing with their own theories, including twentysomething-year-old Marshall (Tommy Bastow), whose disdain for rules and authority will put him on a collision course with some very powerful people once he starts peeling back the layers of the refugee mystery.
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> As the search for answers in this small town gets underway, the lives of the people here – both the townspeople and these newcomers – will never be the same.
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> "The Crossing" stars Steve Zahn as Jude Ellis, Natalie Martinez as Reece, Sandrine Holt as Emma Ren, Georgina Haig as Dr. Sophie Forbin, Tommy Bastow as Marshall, Rob Campbell as Paul, Rick Gomez as Nestor Rosario, Marcuis W. Harris as Caleb, Grant Harvey as Roy Aronson, Jay Karnes as Craig Lindauer, Simone Kessell as Rebecca, Kelley Missal as Hannah, Luc Roderique as Bryce Foster and Bailey Skodje as Leah. Recurring guest star Luke Camilleri as Thomas.
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> The series was created by executive producers Dan Dworkin and Jay Beattie. Matt Olmstead, Jason Reed and David Von Ancken also serve as executive producers. The series is produced by ABC Studios.
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## Episodes

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> **Title:** The Crossing: Pilot (4/2) - SERIES PREMIERE
> **Released:** 03/19/18
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> REFUGEES WASH UP IN A SMALL FISHING TOWN CLAIMING TO BE FROM A MOST UNEXPECTED PLACE: AMERICA, 180 YEARS IN THE FUTURE
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> "Pilot" – After 47 refugees mysteriously wash up in a small fishing town, local sheriff Jude Ellis teams with DHS agent Emma Ren to assess their unusual claim … that they're fleeing a war 180 years in the future. The mystery deepens when Jude realizes that one of the new arrivals possesses heightened abilities and is a threat to his town, setting the two of them on a collision course. As the rest of the refugees acclimate to their unfamiliar surroundings, Emma learns that one has information that calls into question everything she thought she knew about our present time. The series premiere of "The Crossing" airs MONDAY, APRIL 2 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT), on The ABC Television Network, streaming and on demand.
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> "The Crossing" stars Steve Zahn as Jude Ellis, Natalie Martinez as Reece, Sandrine Holt as Emma Ren, Georgina Haig as Dr. Sophie Forbin, Tommy Bastow as Marshall, Rob Campbell as Paul, Rick Gomez as Nestor Rosario, Marcuis W. Harris as Caleb, Grant Harvey as Roy Aronson, Jay Karnes as Craig Lindauer, Simone Kessell as Rebecca, Kelley Missal as Hannah, Luc Roderique as Bryce Foster and Bailey Skodje as Leah. Recurring guest star Luke Camilleri as Thomas.
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> "Pilot" was written by executive producers Dan Dworkin and Jay Beattie. Matt Olmstead, Jason Reed and David Von Ancken also serve as executive producers. The pilot was directed by Rob Bowman. The series is produced by ABC Studios.
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> Cheat tweet: It's not where they came from, it's when. A new mystery on @TheCrossingABC begins Monday, April 2! #TheCrossing #ABCPublicity
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> **Title:** The Crossing: A Shadow Out of Time (4/9)
> **Released:** 03/28/18
> HELL HATH NO FURY LIKE A WOMAN SCORNED, AS REECE WILL STOP AT NOTHING UNTIL SHE FINDS HER DAUGHTER, LEAH
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> "A Shadow Out of Time" – In a flash-forward to the year 2187, Reece finds Leah, an orphaned Common baby, and goes against her Apex cohorts to take her in as her own. In present day, Jude – hoping for a peaceful solution with the Feds – is blindsided by a mysterious black-ops team's intent on capturing Reece by any means necessary, on "The Crossing," airing MONDAY, APRIL 9 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT), on The ABC Television Network, streaming and on demand.
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> "The Crossing" stars Steve Zahn as Jude Ellis, Natalie Martinez as Reece, Sandrine Holt as Emma Ren, Georgina Haig as Dr. Sophie Forbin, Tommy Bastow as Marshall, Rob Campbell as Paul, Rick Gomez as Nestor Rosario, Marcuis W. Harris as Caleb, Grant Harvey as Roy Aronson, Jay Karnes as Craig Lindauer, Simone Kessell as Rebecca, Kelley Missal as Hannah, Luc Roderique as Bryce Foster and Bailey Skodje as Leah.
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> "A Shadow Out of Time" was written by executive producers Dan Dworkin and Jay Beattie, and was directed by David Von Ancken. Von Ancken, Matt Olmstead and Jason T. Reed also serve as executive producers. The series is produced by ABC Studios.
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> **Title:** The Crossing: Pax Americana (4/16)
> **Released:** 04/10/18
> LIVES CAN DRASTICALLY CHANGE IN A BLINK OF AN EYE
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> "Pax Americana" – A wounded Reece faces off with her pursuers miles away, while Jude's plan to spend quality time with his son leads to a terrifying ordeal. Back at the camp, Hannah escapes to get her first look at the outside world as Dr. Sophie Forbin arrives to assess the larger threat presented by Leah's unusual virus. Meanwhile, Emma discovers unsettling information which makes her question who she's really working for, on "The Crossing," airing MONDAY, APRIL 16 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT), on The ABC Television Network, streaming and on demand. ​
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> "The Crossing" stars Steve Zahn as Jude Ellis, Natalie Martinez as Reece, Sandrine Holt as Emma Ren, Georgina Haig as Dr. Sophie Forbin, Tommy Bastow as Marshall, Rob Campbell as Paul, Rick Gomez as Nestor Rosario, Marcuis W. Harris as Caleb, Grant Harvey as Roy Aronson, Jay Karnes as Craig Lindauer, Simone Kessell as Rebecca, Kelley Missal as Hannah, Luc Roderique as Bryce Foster and Bailey Skodje as Leah.
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> "Pax Americana" was written by Michael Narducci and directed by Ken Girotti. Dan Dworkin and Jay Beattie are the creators and executive producers. Matt Olmstead, Jason T. Reed and David Von Ancken also serve as executive producers. The series is produced by ABC Studios.
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> **Title:** The Crossing: The Face of Oblivion (4/23)
> **Released:** 04/12/18
> OMINOUS SITUATIONS CALL FOR DESPERATE MEASURES
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> "The Face of Oblivion" – Desperate to rescue his son, Oliver, from a potentially lethal situation, Jude reaches out to Emma with a request that could endanger the lives of everyone at the camp. Meanwhile, Hannah's secret past comes to light, Sophie discovers something unexpected in Leah's blood work and Paul discloses a shocking piece of information about the earlier migration, on "The Crossing," airing MONDAY, APRIL 23 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT), on The ABC Television Network, streaming and on demand.
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> "The Crossing" stars Steve Zahn as Jude Ellis, Natalie Martinez as Reece, Sandrine Holt as Emma Ren, Georgina Haig as Dr. Sophie Forbin, Tommy Bastow as Marshall, Rob Campbell as Paul, Rick Gomez as Nestor Rosario, Marcuis W. Harris as Caleb, Grant Harvey as Roy Aronson, Jay Karnes as Craig Lindauer, Simone Kessell as Rebecca, Kelley Missal as Hannah, Luc Roderique as Bryce Foster and Bailey Skodje as Leah.
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> "The Face of Oblivion" was written by Evan Bleiweiss and directed by Tara Nicole Weyr. Dan Dworkin and Jay Beattie are the creators and executive producers. Matt Olmstead, Jason T. Reed and David Von Ancken also serve as executive producers. The series is produced by ABC Studios.
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> **Title:** The Crossing: Ten Years Gone (4/30)
> **Released:** 04/18/18
> A TERRIFYING TRUTH ABOUT THE PAST IS REVEALED
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> "Ten Years Gone" – Flashbacks reveal a haunting connection between Marshall and the early migration. Meanwhile, Jude investigates a mysterious disappearance, and Sophie risks her life and career to help Reece save her daughter, on "The Crossing," airing MONDAY, APRIL 30 (10:01-11:00 p.m. EDT), on The ABC Television Network, streaming and on demand.
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> "The Crossing" stars Steve Zahn as Jude Ellis, Natalie Martinez as Reece, Sandrine Holt as Emma Ren, Georgina Haig as Dr. Sophie Forbin, Tommy Bastow as Marshall, Rob Campbell as Paul, Rick Gomez as Nestor Rosario, Marcuis W. Harris as Caleb, Grant Harvey as Roy Aronson, Jay Karnes as Craig Lindauer, Simone Kessell as Rebecca, Kelley Missal as Hannah, Luc Roderique as Bryce Foster and Bailey Skodje as Leah.
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> "Ten Years Gone" was written by Rebecca Sonnenshine and directed by Jeffrey Hunt. Dan Dworkin and Jay Beattie are the creators and executive producers. Matt Olmstead, Jason T. Reed and David Von Ancken also serve as executive producers. The series is produced by ABC Studios.
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> **Title:** The Crossing: LKA (5/7)
> **Released:** 04/23/18
> ALWAYS TRUST YOUR INSTINCTS
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> "LKA" – Jude is forced to confront his past when he travels back to Oakland to seek assistance from a former colleague. Meanwhile, Caleb reaches out to Marshall after noticing heightened security around the camp; and Sophie experiences an unexpected setback with her plan to help Reece reunite with her daughter, on "The Crossing," airing MONDAY, MAY 7 (10:01-11:00 p.m. EDT), on The ABC Television Network, streaming and on demand."
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> "The Crossing" stars Steve Zahn as Jude Ellis, Natalie Martinez as Reece, Sandrine Holt as Emma Ren, Georgina Haig as Dr. Sophie Forbin, Tommy Bastow as Marshall, Rob Campbell as Paul, Rick Gomez as Nestor Rosario, Marcuis W. Harris as Caleb, Grant Harvey as Roy Aronson, Jay Karnes as Craig Lindauer, Simone Kessell as Rebecca, Kelley Missal as Hannah, Luc Roderique as Bryce Foster and Bailey Skodje as Leah.
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> "LKA" was written by Vivian Tse and directed by Hanelle Culpepper. Dan Dworkin and Jay Beattie are the creators and executive producers. Matt Olmstead, Jason T. Reed and David Von Ancken also serve as executive producers. The series is produced by ABC Studios.
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> **Title:** The Crossing: Some Dreamers of the Golden Dream (5/14)
> **Released:** 04/30/18
> IS A COVER-UP WORSE THAN THE CRIME?
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> "Some Dreamers of the Golden Dream" – As tensions in the camp rise, Craig Lindauer agrees to allow a select group of refugees take a trip into town, causing Jude to question the sudden show of goodwill. Meanwhile, Hannah shares startling information with Marshall, and Caleb discovers that a survivor amongst them is an Apex insider, on "The Crossing," airing MONDAY, MAY 14 (10:01-11:00 p.m. EDT), on The ABC Television Network, streaming and on demand."
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> "The Crossing" stars Steve Zahn as Jude Ellis, Natalie Martinez as Reece, Sandrine Holt as Emma Ren, Georgina Haig as Dr. Sophie Forbin, Tommy Bastow as Marshall, Rob Campbell as Paul, Rick Gomez as Nestor Rosario, Marcuis W. Harris as Caleb, Grant Harvey as Roy Aronson, Jay Karnes as Craig Lindauer, Simone Kessell as Rebecca, Kelley Missal as Hannah, Luc Roderique as Bryce Foster and Bailey Skodje as Leah.
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> "Some Dreamers of the Golden Dream" was written by Deirdre Mangan and directed by Alrick Riley. Dan Dworkin and Jay Beattie are the creators and executive producers. Matt Olmstead, Jason T. Reed and David Von Ancken also serve as executive producers. The series is produced by ABC Studios.
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> **Title:** The Crossing: The Long Morrow (5/28)
> **Released:** 05/14/18
> THE TRUTH WILL SET YOU FREE
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> "The Long Morrow" – A grisly discovery in camp leads to the arrest of an unlikely suspect, and a risky move by Jude may be the only way to expose the truth. Meanwhile, Reece finds herself captive, and Rebecca falls under the sway of Naomi in a way that could change everything, on "The Crossing," airing MONDAY, MAY 28 (10:01-11:00 p.m. EDT), on The ABC Television Network, streaming and on demand.
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> "The Crossing" stars Steve Zahn as Jude Ellis, Natalie Martinez as Reece, Sandrine Holt as Emma Ren, Georgina Haig as Dr. Sophie Forbin, Tommy Bastow as Marshall, Rob Campbell as Paul, Rick Gomez as Nestor Rosario, Marcuis W. Harris as Caleb, Grant Harvey as Roy Aronson, Jay Karnes as Craig Lindauer, Simone Kessell as Rebecca, Kelley Missal as Hannah, Luc Roderique as Bryce Foster and Bailey Skodje as Leah.
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> Guest starring Melinda McGraw as Dr. Greta Pryor and Josette Canilo as Naomi.
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> "The Long Morrow" was written by Vivian Tse and directed by Hanelle Culpepper. Dan Dworkin and Jay Beattie are the creators and executive producers. Matt Olmstead, Jason T. Reed and David Von Ancken also serve as executive producers. The series is produced by ABC Studios.
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> **Title:** The Crossing: Hope Smiles from the Threshold (6/4)
> **Released:** 05/21/18
> NEW DETAILS ABOUT THE MIGRATION ARE REVEALED
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> "Hope Smiles from the Threshold" – A local homeless woman's surprising connection to the crossing provides Jude and Nestor with crucial answers about what really happened at the threshold. Meanwhile, Naomi's growing influence at the camp leads to a shocking confrontation, on "The Crossing," MONDAY, JUNE 4 (10:01-11:00 p.m. EDT), on The ABC Television Network, streaming and on demand.
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> "The Crossing" stars Steve Zahn as Jude Ellis, Natalie Martinez as Reece, Georgina Haig as Dr. Sophie Forbin, Tommy Bastow as Marshall, Rob Campbell as Paul, Rick Gomez as Nestor Rosario, Marcuis W. Harris as Caleb, Grant Harvey as Roy Aronson, Jay Karnes as Craig Lindauer, Simone Kessell as Rebecca, Kelley Missal as Hannah, Luc Roderique as Bryce Foster and Bailey Skodje as Leah.
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> Guest starring Melinda McGraw as Dr. Greta Pryor, Josette Canilo as Naomi and Brooke Smith as Diana.
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> "Hope Smiles from the Threshold" was written by Matt Olmstead and directed by P.J. Pesce. Dan Dworkin and Jay Beattie are the creators and executive producers. Matt Olmstead, Jason T. Reed and David Von Ancken also serve as executive producers. The series is produced by ABC Studios.
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> **Title:** The Crossing: The Androcles Option (6/9)
> **Released:** 05/23/18
> A TWISTED PLAN THREATENS THE SURVIVORS IN THE CAMP
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> "The Androcles Option" – Jude and Nestor form a plan to break the refugees out of the camp, but it's complicated when Sophie arrives with information on Reece's whereabouts. Not content to wait, Marshall takes matters into his own hands, on "The Crossing," airing SATURDAY, JUNE 9 (8:00-9:00 p.m. EDT), on The ABC Television Network, streaming and on demand.
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> "The Crossing" stars Steve Zahn as Jude Ellis, Natalie Martinez as Reece, Sandrine Holt as Emma Ren, Georgina Haig as Dr. Sophie Forbin, Tommy Bastow as Marshall, Rob Campbell as Paul, Rick Gomez as Nestor Rosario, Marcuis W. Harris as Caleb, Grant Harvey as Roy Aronson, Jay Karnes as Craig Lindauer, Simone Kessell as Rebecca, Kelley Missal as Hannah, Luc Roderique as Bryce Foster and Bailey Skodje as Leah.
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> "The Androcles Option" was written by Michael Narducci and Rebecca Sonnenshine, and directed by Alex Zakrzewski. Dan Dworkin and Jay Beattie are the creators and executive producers. Matt Olmstead, Jason T. Reed and David Von Ancken also serve as executive producers. The series is produced by ABC Studios.
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> **Title:** The Crossing: SEASON FINALE: These are the Names (6/9)
> **Released:** 05/23/18
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> HOW FAR WOULD YOU GO FOR PEACE?
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> "These are the Names" – The lives of the refugees hang in the balance as Jude and Nestor team up with an unlikely ally. Meanwhile, Eve and Lindauer move forward with their ruthless effort to tie up loose ends, on the season finale of "The Crossing," airing SATURDAY, JUNE 9 (9:00-10:00 p.m. EDT), on The ABC Television Network, streaming and on demand.
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> "The Crossing" stars Steve Zahn as Jude Ellis, Natalie Martinez as Reece, Georgina Haig as Dr. Sophie Forbin, Tommy Bastow as Marshall, Rob Campbell as Paul, Rick Gomez as Nestor Rosario, Marcuis W. Harris as Caleb, Grant Harvey as Roy Aronson, Jay Karnes as Craig Lindauer, Simone Kessell as Rebecca, Kelley Missal as Hannah, Luc Roderique as Bryce Foster and Bailey Skodje as Leah.
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> "These are the Names" was written by Dan Dworkin and Jay Beattie, and directed by David Von Ancken. Dan Dworkin and Jay Beattie are the creators and executive producers. Matt Olmstead, Jason T. Reed and David Von Ancken also serve as executive producers. The series is produced by ABC Studios.
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> **Title:** ABC Releases the Pilot Episode of Its Upcoming New Drama 'The Crossing'
> **Released:** 03/19/18
> The pilot episode of ABC's much anticipated new drama, "The Crossing," is available now for all viewers on abc.com and the ABC app, for subscribers on Hulu and electronic sell-through platforms, as well as on demand across MVPD and digital MVPD providers. This exclusive opportunity is available March 19 through March 30. The series will air on The ABC Television Network, Mondays at 10:00 p.m., beginning April 2.
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> "The Crossing" stars Steve Zahn as Jude Ellis, the sheriff of Port Canaan, a small fishing town on the Oregon coast. Having relocated from Oakland to escape a strained marriage and a dark past as a big city cop, his goal is to build a quiet new life for himself and for, eventually, his young son. But those plans for a quiet life change instantly when 47 refugees from a war-torn country wash up on his beach seeking asylum. But the country they're from is America … and the war they're fleeing is 180 years in the future. As the Feds set out to uncover the truth behind the mysterious migration, Jude will launch an investigation of his own with the help of his loyal sheriff's deputy and Port Canaan native, Nestor Rosario (Rick Gomez). As the search for answers in this small town gets underway, the lives of the people here – both the townspeople and these newcomers – will never be the same.
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> "The Crossing" also stars Natalie Martinez as Reece, Sandrine Holt as Emma Ren, Georgina Haig as Dr. Sophie Forbin, Tommy Bastow as Marshall, Rob Campbell as Paul, Marcuis W. Harris as Caleb, Grant Harvey as Roy Aronson, Jay Karnes as Craig Lindauer, Simone Kessell as Rebecca, Kelley Missal as Hannah, Luc Roderique as Bryce Foster and Bailey Skodje as Leah. Recurring guest star Luke Camilleri as Thomas.
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> The series was created by executive producers Dan Dworkin and Jay Beattie. Matt Olmstead, Jason Reed and David Von Ancken also serve as executive producers. The series is produced by ABC Studios.
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> **Title:** The Crossing: Pilot (4/14) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 04/02/18)
> **Released:** 03/26/18
> REFUGEES WASH UP IN A SMALL FISHING TOWN CLAIMING TO BE FROM A MOST UNEXPECTED PLACE: AMERICA, 180 YEARS IN THE FUTURE
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> "Pilot" – After 47 refugees mysteriously wash up in a small fishing town, local sheriff Jude Ellis teams with DHS agent Emma Ren to assess their unusual claim … that they're fleeing a war 180 years in the future. The mystery deepens when Jude realizes that one of the new arrivals possesses heightened abilities and is a threat to his town, setting the two of them on a collision course. As the rest of the refugees acclimate to their unfamiliar surroundings, Emma learns that one has information that calls into question everything she thought she knew about our present time. The series premiere of "The Crossing" airs SATURDAY, APRIL 14 (8:00-9:00 p.m. EDT), on The ABC Television Network, streaming and on demand. (Rebroadcast. OAD: 04/02/18)
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> "The Crossing" stars Steve Zahn as Jude Ellis, Natalie Martinez as Reece, Sandrine Holt as Emma Ren, Georgina Haig as Dr. Sophie Forbin, Tommy Bastow as Marshall, Rob Campbell as Paul, Rick Gomez as Nestor Rosario, Marcuis W. Harris as Caleb, Grant Harvey as Roy Aronson, Jay Karnes as Craig Lindauer, Simone Kessell as Rebecca, Kelley Missal as Hannah, Luc Roderique as Bryce Foster and Bailey Skodje as Leah. Recurring guest star Luke Camilleri as Thomas.
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> "Pilot" was written by executive producers Dan Dworkin and Jay Beattie. Matt Olmstead, Jason Reed and David Von Ancken also serve as executive producers. The pilot was directed by Rob Bowman. The series is produced by ABC Studios.
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> **Title:** ABC's 'The Crossing' Debuts No. 1 Monday at 10pm with Big Year-to-Year Improvement
> **Released:** 04/03/18
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> **Title:** ABC's 'American Idol' Grows on Monday Night and Ranks as the Most Social Show
> **Released:** 04/10/18
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> "The Crossing" was last Monday's biggest gainer in Live + 3 Day numbers with last week's debut telecast emerging as Monday's No. 1 scripted showin Total Viewers (7.58 million) and Adults 18-49 (1.4 rating). In addition, the new ABC drama moved out of a tie with NBC's "The Voice" led-"Good Girls" at 10:00 p.m. in L+SD to lead by 17% among Adults 18-49 in L+3 (1.4/5 vs. 1.2/5), while increasing its advantage over the NBC freshman drama in Total Viewers to 2.34 million (7.58 million vs. 5.24 million) compared to a 1.36 million lead in L+SD.
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> **Title:** ABC's 'Idol' Scores Its Closest Adult 18-49 Finish With 'The Voice' and More Than Doubles 'The Voice' in Social Engagement
> **Released:** 04/24/18
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## References

* https://www.disneyabcpress.com/abc/shows/thecrossing/press-releases/