The District

The television crime drama The District aired on CBS from October 7, 2000 to May 1, 2004. The show follows the work and personal life of the chief of Washington, D.C.'s Metropolitan Police Department.

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CBS - October 7 - 2000 - May 1 - 2004 - Washington, D.C. - Metropolitan Police Department

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The District was inspired by real-life experience of former deputy New York Deputy Police Commissioner Jack Maple who also created the show along with Terry George.

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New York - Jack Maple - Terry George

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In 2001, Jean Smart was nominated for an Emmy Award for "Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series" for her role as "Sherry Regan".

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2001 - Jean Smart - Emmy Award

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Primary filming was in Los Angeles, with some location shooting in Washington.

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In March 2003, original cast member Lynne Thigpen died of cancer in her New York home and the show paid tribute to her character in the third season finale.

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March 2003 - Lynne Thigpen

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