Michael Fassbender Shines in Slick Spy Drama 'The Agency'
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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.
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