Close to Home

Close to Home follows Annabeth Chase, a determined prosecutor working in a medium size city, as she tackles violent crimes and the delicate paths between evidence, witnesses, and the courts. The show pairs tense investigations with courtroom drama, showing how a single case can ripple through families, neighbors, and the justice system. Each episode offers a window into the pressures faced by prosecutors and law enforcement, while never losing sight of the human cost of crime. Supporting characters, including Maureen Scofield, Ed Williams, Ray Blackwell, and James Conlon, determine the texture of the casework. Created by Jim Leonard, the series was produced by Warner Bros. Television and Jerry Bruckheimer Television for CBS and aired in 2005.

Produced by Warner Bros. Television and Jerry Bruckheimer Television, the series debuted on CBS in 2005. Jim Leonard created it, with Jennifer Finnigan headlining as Annabeth Chase and a solid ensemble supporting her.

While not a runaway cultural phenomenon, Close to Home contributed to the mid 2000s trend of crime dramas that weigh ethical questions as much as legal procedure. It brought attention to victims' families and the emotional aftershocks of crime.

Critics noted the show for its grounded tone and focus on the prosecutorial viewpoint, delivering human stories alongside procedural beats. Themes include duty versus empathy, the flawed nature of memory, and the toll of crime on communities and those who pursue justice.