Jeffrey Wright Stars in The Agency Premiere

Jeffrey Wright stars in the new political thriller 'The Agency,' premiering on Paramount+ with Showtime, where he plays Henry, the deputy chief of station at the CIA's London Branch. The series, based on the French show 'Le Bureau des Légendes,' centers around a covert CIA agent named Martian (Michael Fassbender) who is pulled from his undercover mission, leading to complications when his past love reemerges. Wright, drawn to the role due to its high-profile production team and smart script, connects with the character through his own background in a family of civil servants. 'The Agency' blends espionage with intense character drama, exploring moral complexities faced by CIA operatives. The ensemble cast includes notable actors such as Richard Gere and Jodie Turner-Smith, and the show is noted for its sharp dialogue and intellectual approach. Critics have praised it for feeling more akin to John le Carré's storytelling than typical action-packed spy narratives.