‘The Agency’ On Showtime: Michael Fassbender Leads Star-Studded Spy Thriller Coming This November

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Michael Fassbender as Martian in The Agency, Episode 9, Season 1, streaming on Paramount+, 2024. Photo Credit: Nick Wall/Paramount+

In an exciting announcement that has thriller fans buzzing, Showtime has unveiled the trailer and premiere date for their newest espionage series, “The Agency.”

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L-R: India Fowler as Poppy and Michael Fassbender as Martian in The Agency, Episode 4, Season 1, streaming on Paramount+, 2024. Photo Credit: Luke Varley/Paramount+

Headlined by two-time Academy Award nominee Michael Fassbender, this highly anticipated political thriller will debut on Friday, November 29th.

Star Power Meets Espionage

The Agency” boasts an impressive ensemble cast that reads like a who’s who of Hollywood talent. Alongside Fassbender, the series features:

  • Jeffrey Wright (“Westworld,” “James Bond”)
  • Jodie Turner-Smith (“Queen & Slim”)
  • Katherine Waterston (“Fantastic Beasts”)
  • Richard Gere (“Pretty Woman,” “Chicago”)
  • Hugh Bonneville (“Downton Abbey”) in a guest starring role
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L-R: Jeffrey Wright as Henry and Richard Gere as Bosko in The Agency, episode 2, season 1, streaming on Paramount+, 2024. Photo Credit: Luke Varley/Paramount+

A Fresh Take on a French Classic

Based on the critically acclaimed French drama “Le Bureau des Legendes,” “The Agency” promises to deliver a fresh perspective on the spy thriller genre.

The story follows Martian (Fassbender), a CIA operative whose carefully constructed undercover life begins to unravel when he’s recalled to London Station.

What follows is a high-stakes narrative where professional duty and personal desires collide, as a past romance resurfaces to complicate his mission.

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L-R: Michael Fassbender as Martian and Jodie Turner-Smith as Samia Zahir in The Agency, Episode 1, Season 1, streaming on Paramount+, 2024. Photo Credit: Luke Varley/Paramount+

How To Watch ‘The Agency’

The series will debut with a two-episode premiere, available through multiple viewing options:

  • Streaming and on-demand access for Paramount+ with SHOWTIME® subscribers starting November 29th
  • International release exclusively on Paramount+ in:
  • United Kingdom
  • Canada
  • Australia
  • Italy
  • Germany
  • Latin America
  • Brazil
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L-R: Richard Gere as Bosko and Michael Fassbender as Martian in The Agency, episode 0, season 1, streaming on Paramount+, 2024. Photo Credit: Luke Varley/Paramount+

What To Expect

Viewers can anticipate a sophisticated blend of international intrigue, complex character dynamics, and the kind of high-production values that have become synonymous with Showtime’s premium content.

With its combination of stellar casting, proven source material, and contemporary storytelling, “The Agency” is positioning itself as must-watch television for fans of intelligent spy thrillers.

The series also features a strong recurring cast including Adam Nagaitis, Ambreen Razia, David Harewood, and more, promising depth and complexity to its storytelling through a diverse ensemble of characters.

Watch ‘The Agency’ Trailer

Watch for “The Agency” to make its mark this November as one of the year’s most compelling new drama series.

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