The CIA spy thriller The Agency, inspired by the French series The Bureau, has returned for a second season on Paramount+, premiering on 21 June 2026. The show, which has been hailed as a 'masterpiece' by viewers, stars Michael Fassbender as a senior CIA case officer forced to abandon his covert life and navigate a dangerous web of international intrigue.
Cast and Characters
In an exclusive interview with the Daily Express, Jodie Turner-Smith, who plays Martian's (Fassbender) romantic interest Dr Samia Fatima, expressed her excitement about reuniting with Fassbender. She said: 'He's so fun to work with and so amazing. I love that even if we are not sharing screen time together, you know, Samia and Martian are together constantly. Samia is so deeply affected by this love that has now destroyed her life, that no matter if we are in a room together or not, the presence is there.'
The second season introduces several new cast members, including Christian Ochoa Lavernia as Grandma, Clayne Crawford as Viking, Medalion Rahimi as Darya, Raza Jaffrey as Craig, Tessa Ferrer as Robyn, and Keanush Tafreshi as Hassan Zamani.
Plot Synopsis
The synopsis for season two reveals: 'The Agency season two follows Martian, a CIA agent living undercover in his own life. Samia, his lover, is a political prisoner in Sudan, and he will do anything to try and save her, even past the point of treachery. The only way out is deeper in. A knight-edge Martian must walk if he is to save his love, life, and his mission.'
Critical Reception
Viewers have flocked to IMDb to share their opinions on the first season, with some suggesting it surpasses the acclaimed thriller Slow Horses. One reviewer wrote: 'The writing and acting are first rate. The plot twists are as intriguing as a John Le Carre novel, yet the action is as exciting as an Ian Fleming classic. The rating on this should be much, much higher. I liked this even more than Apple's Slow Horses, which I loved. If you are a fan of classic spy literature, you will not want to miss this show.'
Another enthusiast commented: 'A must-watch masterpiece. The Agency is a brilliant series that kept me on the edge of my seat from start to finish. The storyline was gripping, full of unexpected twists and deep character development. The direction was masterful, making every scene visually stunning and emotionally powerful. The soundtrack added to the intensity, perfectly matching the suspenseful moments and dramatic turns.'
The Agency season 2 is available to stream on Paramount+.
