It critiques the desensitization of the public to on-screen violence.
Jack McCoy (Sam Waterston) sets his sights higher than the killer. He goes after the puppet masters—the producers and network executives who intentionally stoked the fires of hostility to boost ratings. Why It Matters [S11E15] Swept Away - A Very Special Episode
Keep an eye out for a young Charlie Day (of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia fame) as Jeremy. Fast Facts Original Air Date: February 28, 2001. Runtime: Approximately 44 minutes. It critiques the desensitization of the public to
McCoy attempts to hold a network legally responsible for the atmosphere they created. Why It Matters Keep an eye out for
Paul (played by Zachary Knighton), a fellow cast member who disappeared after a volatile on-screen fight.
Features the classic lineup of Orbach, Martin, and Waterston.
"Swept Away" was ahead of its time in questioning the ethics of "constructed reality." It highlights the dangerous line between entertainment and exploitation.