JAG (1995–2005)

Bias Rating

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Viewer Rating

Rating: 7.0

Overview

JAG is an adventure drama about an elite wing of officers trained as lawyers who investigate, prosecute and defend those accused of crimes in the military. Navy Cmdr. Harmon "Harm" Rabb, an ace pilot turned lawyer, and M...

Starring Cast

David James Elliott • Catherine Bell • Patrick Labyorteaux

Where to watch

Prime Video

Paramount+

Bias Dimensions

Political: Leans Right

Diversity: Moderate

FemPower: Yes

Overview

Starring Cast

David James Elliott • Catherine Bell • Patrick Labyorteaux

Where to watch

Prime Video

Paramount+

Detailed Bias Analysis

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Primary

Political: Leans RightConfidence: High

The series consistently champions military values, national security, and the integrity of the U.S. military justice system, reinforcing traditional notions of duty and patriotism.

Diversity: ModerateConfidence: High

The series 'JAG' features a cast with some visible diversity, though its central roles are not explicitly recast from traditional identities. The narrative maintains a largely neutral to positive framing of traditional identities, without explicit critiques or central DEI themes.

Secondary

FemPower: YesConfidence: High

The show features Marine Lt. Colonel Sarah MacKenzie, a trained combatant. She is depicted engaging in and winning direct physical confrontations against male opponents, utilizing her martial skills and training.

LGBTQ: N/AConfidence: High

The television series "JAG" aired during a period when LGBTQ+ representation in military dramas was largely absent, particularly given the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy. The show did not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes, resulting in no discernible impact on the portrayal of queer identity.

Gender Swap: NoConfidence: High

JAG is an original television series that premiered in 1995. Its characters were created specifically for the show and do not derive from any prior source material, historical figures, or previous adaptations. Therefore, no characters were established with a different gender before their portrayal in JAG.

Race Swap: NoConfidence: High

JAG is an original television series that premiered in 1995. Its characters were created for the show, meaning there was no prior canonical or historical race established for them to be altered. Therefore, no race swaps occurred.