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The Agency

The Agency is an American spy thriller television series that premiered in 2024 on Paramount+ with Showtime.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

The Agency is an American spy thriller television series that premiered in 2024 on Paramount+ with Showtime. It stars Michael Fassbender as a covert CIA agent code-named Martian and is based on the French series The Bureau. The series was renewed for a second season in December 2024 and has continued into 2026.

Premise

The series centers on a covert CIA officer known as Martian, whose undercover life is disrupted when he is ordered back to London Station. The plot combines espionage, internal investigations, and a renewed romantic relationship that complicates his mission.

Production and adaptation

The Agency was created by Jez Butterworth and John-Henry Butterworth and is described as a remake or adaptation of the French series The Bureau. Sources also credit George Clooney and Grant Heslov among the executive producers.

Broadcast and release

The series debuted on Paramount+ with Showtime in late 2024. Streaming and database listings indicate that it has continued into a second season by 2026.

Cast

Principal cast members include Michael Fassbender, Jeffrey Wright, Jodie Turner-Smith, and Richard Gere. Promotional materials and listings identify Fassbender as the lead performer.

Key facts

  • The Agency is an American adaptation of the French series The Bureau.
  • It premiered on Paramount+ with Showtime in late 2024.
  • Michael Fassbender stars as CIA agent Martian.
  • The series was renewed for a second season in December 2024.
  • The plot involves a mole hunt at London Station and a rekindled romance.
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Canadian context

The series is available through Paramount+ in Canada, making it accessible to Canadian streaming audiences.[2]

Frequently asked questions

What is The Agency about?
It follows a CIA officer code-named Martian, who returns to London Station while a mole hunt unfolds and a former lover reappears in his life.
Is The Agency based on another series?
Yes. It is based on the French television series The Bureau.
Who created The Agency?
The series was created by Jez Butterworth and John-Henry Butterworth.
Who stars in The Agency?
Main cast listings include Michael Fassbender, Jeffrey Wright, Jodie Turner-Smith, and Richard Gere.
When did The Agency premiere?
It premiered in late 2024 on Paramount+ with Showtime, with sources listing either November 29 or December 1 depending on the platform and territory.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Agency_(2024_TV_series)
    Supports: Series title, creators, cast, premise, adaptation from The Bureau, and renewal/premiere details.
  2. Paramount+ — https://www.paramountplus.com/shows/the-agency/
    Supports: Official synopsis, season count, and current availability.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt26656917/
    Supports: Release date, countries of origin, language, alternate title, and filming locations.
  4. TV Guide — https://www.tvguide.com/tvshows/the-agency/1001266054/
    Supports: Series dates, network/platform, genre, and synopsis.
  5. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/the_agency_2024
    Supports: Genre, network, creators, and release date.
  6. The New York Times — https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/28/arts/television/the-agency-showtime-paramount.html
    Supports: Synopsis, London setting, and adaptation context.