The Shield
The story of an inner-city Los Angeles police precinct where some of the cops aren't above breaking the rules or working against their associates to both keep the streets safe and their self-interests intact.
Where to stream The Shield
Streaming now in the United States on Amazon Prime Video and Hulu.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home.
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Frequently asked questions about The Shield
Where can I watch The Shield in the United States?
The Shield is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video and Hulu in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is The Shield on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes. The Shield is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the United States, alongside Hulu.
Can I watch The Shield for free?
Not free in the United States right now. The Shield needs a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Hulu, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for The Shield?
The Shield scores 8.2 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Shield?
The Shield stars Michael Chiklis, Catherine Dent, Paula Garcés, Walton Goggins, and Michael Jace. Shawn Ryan is the creator.
How many seasons of The Shield are there?
The Shield has 7 seasons and 88 episodes, and is ended.
How long does it take to watch all of The Shield?
All 88 episodes of The Shield add up to about 66 hours at roughly 45 minutes each. At two hours a night that is about 33 evenings; at four hours a day it takes about 17 days.
What network is The Shield on?
The Shield airs on FX, and is produced by Fox Television Studios, Sony Pictures Television, and Columbia TriStar Television.
Ratings and metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked October 2026.