The Agency: Central Intelligence

This is a strange one, an spy action series without action.

I mean there is some action but that one is just complementary, the main part is psychology, building drama and staff.

It is a smart show but because things are moving with a slow pace you have time to think about it and process the plot, making the cracks more obvious.

I loved this approach of not filling me with dumb action that force you to shut down your brain to watch it, it was like a fresh breeze of air comparing to other action shows.

But stills sometime it feels odd and temporary spoils the pleasure of watching it.

Overall, not perfect but solid, didn't regret watching it.

A story that unveils the humanness of tradesmen and women in the most controversial business of all time. By the way the characters are built and portrayed any wild guess can be true. Great dim visuals for indoor scenes screams it's all business. Excellent work with camera and visuals. Great work with audio and background music. Intro music is very relatable and mood setting. Performances by the whole cast felt very natural, and it was well chosen group. This is not the regular spy drama we come across but rather a portrayal of the toll it takes for operatives to serve their countries while surviving.

In an era where many quality series seem to be lost in the streaming void-blinded by our own questionable viewing habits-The Agency stands out as a stylish, under-the-radar gem. The series is as strongly acted as it is elegantly shot, building tension at a deliberately measured pace before unleashing it with a cinematic bang.

This is a spy thriller that doesn't just rely on flashy gadgetry and overblown plot twists. Its narrative demands your full attention, weaving together coherent yet unpredictable turns that even manage to keep pace with the relentless churn of modern politics. Michael Fassbender is, as always, a tour de force, effortlessly anchoring the narrative, while the rest of the cast delivers performances that shine from the opening scene to the final credit roll. And yes-Richard Gere proves even Hollywood's golden oldies can still steal the spotlight.

However, not all is smooth espionage. The screenplay occasionally appears to be juggling on too many storylines, with the "Teheran" arc feeling like an unnecessary detour that could have been trimmed without sacrificing the overall impact. Despite this minor misstep, The Agency remains a high-caliber piece of entertainment that challenges its viewers and merits attention well beyond the confines of the Netflix bubble (and I'm glad that it has earned a lot of viewers!)

Don't believe the reviews that claim this is masterpiece nor those that claim this is bad. This is thoroughly engaging drama that meanders into the psychological stresses of being an agent more often than not. If you are looking for shoot 'em ups, you're on the wrong train. There is action mind you but that is second to storyline which is as it should be. This is more along the lines of Tinker Taylor rather than James Bond. If that is your cup of tea you will enjoy it.

As others have said the cast is quite good with nary a weak link. There are some traditional tropes throughout relating to the spy game and its role in international intrigue but you can't have it all.

The Agency is a must watch for anyone a fan of spy thrillers. First of all, the cast is absolutely amazing. It stars Michael Fassbender, Jeffery Wright, Richard Gere and Katherine Waterston. That cast right there is reason enough to five this a try and on top of that it's a really good show too. I won't be surprised to see this show and most of the cast nominated for some awards come award season. The series is about a covert CIA agent (Fassbender) who is ordered to leave his undercover life and return to the field with his ex lover (Waterston) who he's still in love with. His love for her starts to interfere with his real life and the mission. If you're a fan of spy thrillers or a good mystery series then give this a try. You won't be disappointed.