‘The Agency’ TV Review: Michael Fassbender Unveils The CIA's Dark Side

Story by Aramide Tinubu

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Showtime's 'The Agency' offers a gritty, psychological take on the spy genre, delving into the personal turmoil of high-stakes CIA operatives.

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Adapted from the acclaimed French series 'The Bureau', the show eschews the typical action and special effects-driven spy narratives for a more introspective and character-driven approach
Lead actor Michael Fassbender stars as a CIA operative struggling to balance his clandestine work and personal life, delivering a captivating and nuanced performance that's already generating Oscar buzz

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Michael Fassbender, Showtime, CIA, 'The Agency', 'The Bureau'