prezike Odd to call it as such given that Bourne was a copy of Bond, but this series thus far has more in common with for former than the latter.Regardless, this is a very well written political/spy thriller (5 episodes in) that is entertaining and intelligent. Each episode (as I recall) ends with a cliffhanger, so will keep you wanting more.I was curious after seeing Mark Strong cast as the lead as has the acting nous to take on the main theme of the show given his track record in the genre. Thus far (5 episodes in) I have felt far from disappointed as this is turning into a very intriguing spy show that TV has missed since arguably "24."The perspective of this show, thus far, is less aligned with "24's" early post-September 11 "terrorist" fears than with later American takes on "terrorism" such as the Bourne films, the underrated David Mamet movie, "Trojan" or UK film, "Eye in The Sky," where the impact of systemic issues has on humans - on all sides - is explored. It also has the vibe of some of Liam Neeson's recent action films within it as well. All of that makes this show to have all the potential to be a hit for the slightly more sophisticated straight male crowd looking for good entertainment that asks you to think a bit. That being said, the female characters are decently written and strong as well, so they are not just a side show.It's on EPIX in the U.S., a cable network that barely registers to most here and has had a series of misses with their original content, so it is going to fly under the radar to most here. I happen to get EPIX due to a subscription to HBO, so I am fortunate.If you liked the Bourne films and similar shows I listed at least tickle your fancy I'd suggest you check it out. It will unlikely be a waste of your time, as I am already looking forward to the next episode.

zekeblack It is both repetitive, annoying with the time jumps, full of actors that play parts with UK/US accents not native to them..(Ep 3 the Blonde US operative fumes: Wrawth, when US should say wraaath) And the type casting! The blonde is an Ivanka knock-off, and so on.... BUT-- it is spot on for what it is-- a convoluted plotline- who's the good-guy, and who would you follow? Generally convincing that it's a nasty viper's net with guns. EPIX has only the first 3 episodes, so far-- I'm entertained enough, but it better get a larger overall plot, or I'll quit. It is busy being one of those Matryoshka dolls, nested one inside the other.and jumping timelines forward and back, unnecessarily.(Soon I expect to go to Kindergarten with Harry!)

rebaaron-1 This show is typical Leftist propaganda from Leftist Hollywood. Iran is innocent. It has no nuclear program, and the US is framing them so it can start a war. Why? So DoD military contractors can make a lot of money. I just want to upchuck. The only thing missing is a gay subplot. Then Hollywood could really shine.

joenegut A very good serial on a stringent international development. Trump just leaves the Iran nuclear accord and this serial documents why he did this.