The Night Agent S01
Director: Seth Gordon (pilot), with additional episodes directed by Guy Ferland, Adam Arkin, Ramaa Mosley, and others
Cast: Gabriel Basso, Luciane Buchanan, Hong Chau, D.B. Woodside, Fola Evans-Akingbola, Eve Harlow, Phoenix Raei, Sarah Desjardins, Enrique Murciano
The Night Agent – Season 1 is a high-stakes political action-thriller that blends classic spycraft with modern-day paranoia, adapted from Matthew Quirk’s bestselling novel. Set in Washington, D.C., the series introduces Peter Sutherland (Gabriel Basso), a low-level FBI agent assigned to a rarely-used emergency phone in the basement of the White House — a line that rarely rings. When it finally does, Peter is thrust into a deadly conspiracy involving a mole at the highest levels of the U.S. government.
After receiving a frantic call from tech CEO Rose Larkin (Luciane Buchanan), whose aunt and uncle are murdered over national secrets, Peter becomes her reluctant protector. Together, they uncover a sprawling cover-up that implicates powerful figures, including political operatives, the Vice President, and secret agents with personal agendas. As their lives are put on the line, trust becomes a fragile currency.
Directed by Seth Gordon, the series maintains a tightly-wound narrative pace across ten suspenseful episodes. The direction is slick, polished, and cinematic, complementing a script that balances procedural intensity with character-driven storytelling. Basso delivers a grounded and empathetic performance as an everyman thrust into espionage. Buchanan offers a nuanced portrayal of a woman grappling with trauma, trust, and courage. The supporting cast — especially Hong Chau and D.B. Woodside — lend gravitas and complexity.
Thematically, the show explores patriotism, betrayal, institutional corruption, and personal loyalty. With sharp pacing, stylish action, and emotional stakes, The Night Agent stands out as a polished entry in the modern thriller genre.
Praised for its binge-worthy structure and twist-laden storytelling, the series became a breakout hit and is widely considered a flagship title in Netflix’s action-thriller lineup.
The Night Agent – Season 1 is a high-stakes political action-thriller that blends classic spycraft with modern-day paranoia, adapted from Matthew Quirk’s bestselling novel. Set in Washington, D.C., the series introduces Peter Sutherland (Gabriel Basso), a low-level FBI agent assigned to a rarely-used emergency phone in the basement of the White House — a line that rarely rings. When it finally does, Peter is thrust into a deadly conspiracy involving a mole at the highest levels of the U.S. government.
After receiving a frantic call from tech CEO Rose Larkin (Luciane Buchanan), whose aunt and uncle are murdered over national secrets, Peter becomes her reluctant protector. Together, they uncover a sprawling cover-up that implicates powerful figures, including political operatives, the Vice President, and secret agents with personal agendas. As their lives are put on the line, trust becomes a fragile currency.
Directed by Seth Gordon, the series maintains a tightly-wound narrative pace across ten suspenseful episodes. The direction is slick, polished, and cinematic, complementing a script that balances procedural intensity with character-driven storytelling. Basso delivers a grounded and empathetic performance as an everyman thrust into espionage. Buchanan offers a nuanced portrayal of a woman grappling with trauma, trust, and courage. The supporting cast — especially Hong Chau and D.B. Woodside — lend gravitas and complexity.
Thematically, the show explores patriotism, betrayal, institutional corruption, and personal loyalty. With sharp pacing, stylish action, and emotional stakes, The Night Agent stands out as a polished entry in the modern thriller genre.
Praised for its binge-worthy structure and twist-laden storytelling, the series became a breakout hit and is widely considered a flagship title in Netflix’s action-thriller lineup.