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tv-news1 year ago

Michael Fassbender Shines in Slick Spy Drama 'The Agency'

The new CIA drama series 'The Agency,' starring Michael Fassbender, is set in April 2023 to avoid real-life events overtaking its fictional narrative. Director Joe Wright chose this specific time to maintain consistency amid ongoing geopolitical conflicts like the Ukraine-Russia war and the situation in Sudan. The series, an adaptation of the French show 'Le Bureau des Legendes,' features Fassbender as a complex character shaped by his long-term undercover work, with the storyline exploring the psychological impact of espionage. The show is now streaming on Paramount+ with Showtime.

Michael Fassbender's 'The Agency': A Star-Studded Spy Drama Falls Short
television1 year ago

Michael Fassbender's 'The Agency': A Star-Studded Spy Drama Falls Short

The Agency, a new spy thriller on Paramount+ starring Michael Fassbender, is a close American remake of the French series Le Bureau des Légendes. While it features a star-studded cast and fast-paced plot, it lacks the original's depth and character connection, particularly in the chemistry between Fassbender's character and his love interest. The show is entertaining but may leave fans of the original feeling a sense of ennui.

"Jodie Turner-Smith Joins Richard Gere in Showtime's 'The Agency'"
entertainment1 year ago

"Jodie Turner-Smith Joins Richard Gere in Showtime's 'The Agency'"

British actress Jodie Turner-Smith has joined the cast of Showtime's new series "The Agency," which also stars Michael Fassbender, Jeffrey Wright, and Richard Gere, with George Clooney as an executive producer. The series, based on the French show "Le Bureau," follows a covert CIA agent who must return to London and confront his past. "The Agency" will be available on Paramount+ before its on-air debut and will stream internationally.

Mauricio Umansky's Book Reveals Rift with Hiltons and Meeting Kyle Richards
entertainment3 years ago

Mauricio Umansky's Book Reveals Rift with Hiltons and Meeting Kyle Richards

Mauricio Umansky, husband of "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star Kyle Richards, claims that Kathy and Rick Hilton were "extremely upset" with him after he left Rick's company to start competing real estate company The Agency. Umansky worked at his brother-in-law's real estate company for ten years before branching off to start his own. Kyle Richards was hurt by her sister Kathy's reaction to the news. The Hiltons stopped speaking to the couple and cut all communication, including not inviting them to Thanksgiving dinners or other holidays.