The Call

Another reviewer mentioned the movie Three Days of the Condor (the book was Six Days 😉) and I saw that, too. There's a lot of that flavor and many similarities. But this definitely stands on its own as an intriguing and exciting story. This first episode is off to a great start with almost nonstop action that actually also moves the story forward. I watched the trailer thinking I'd put it in my watchlist for later, but I was so intrigued I had to start in on it immediately. I won't stay up all night binging, but it sure is tempting.

I think Netflix has a major hit in The Night Agent. I'm certainly hooked!

The previous review for Episode 1 is clearly not for this show. Blair Underwood is not the star, Gabriel Basso is. Likewise, both Jennifer Ferrin and Omar Metwally, referenced in the review, are not in this episode or upcoming episodes. While many of the plot points are somewhat accurate, most are not. The actual show, Episode 1 is quite good. Think the movie and the series, Three Days of the Condor and Condor respectfully. Right from the beginning there is serious action and good acting. I'm looking forward to the rest of the episodes. If you like shows regarding government conspiracies give this one a look.

FBI Agent Peter receives a distress call from Rose, who's aunt and uncle are killed by intruders, Rose witnesses the assailant, and her life is placed on mortal danger, Peter is tasked with keeping her alive.

Great start, within the first five minutes I became hooked, one of those shows I will probably end up binge watching over the next few days. Explosive, exciting, and that ending was bleak.

I may be wrong, but was this a remake of The Bodyguard from The BBC? It certainly feels very familiar, no matter if it is or isn't, it's absorbing TV, the train scenes, the explosions, even the central character, Peter is handsome and clean cut, he even looks a little like Richard Madden.

Gabriel Basso was terrific as Peter, absolutely nailed this performance.

9/10.

"The Night Agent" has a fantastic start to the show that manages to encorporate action and emotion that holds the weight to it. I also like how this episode sets up for the rest of the series, so let's dive into the review.

Rose is very well introduced, she and her family have a bond and then something seems to be off, 2 mysterious figures seem to be roaming around outside. After a few mysterious events happen in Pete and Roses lives, that tees up the rest of the series brilliantly. Rose has a good start because some people can relate to her, whilst also feeling bad about what's happened to the character. The sense of mystery and drama is also beautifully weaved into the bit where Rose is scared and frightened.

Pete also has a backstory and that makes it interesting as both characters get to bounce of each other very well. He seems to know what his father was up to, but everyone else tells a different side to the story, so this part is a good plot-point for the rest of the series which is what makes this episode like Beans on Toast, it's just very well thought-out.

I think the episode does a good job of introducing the bad guys and who will be the good guys. The lengths both sides go in makes it fascinating and intense, it's so intense you might wanna put your Tea down so it doesn't spill. The Intense atmosphere holds up and stands on two feet whilst also sharing some of the thrills and more action-packed moments. The run time does a good of that, because the slower moments feel earned whilst incorporating some intense and atmospheric moments that makes the pacing of this episode enjoyable and well-paced.

I'd give it an 8 because the world building is great, and the pacing of the story is also nicely done. It's certainly my Cup of Tea!

Lazy writing - The storyline had the potential to be an easy action thriller that anyone could get into, but instead, it was annoying at best.

Also, one of the main characters is a moron that got on my nerves. Perhaps they have a problem listening to and understanding simple words?

Bad acting - Most of the actors sounded like they were in a school play. Little emotion and painful to listen to.

Overall, I chose not to waste my time even finishing the first episode. There are so many viewing options out there, that this really was not worth it. All it did was make me totally annoyed.

Good riddance.