THE spy The genre has experienced an resurgence in recent years, and some of the best spy thrillers of all time are broadcast at the moment. Suave and sophisticated agents intelligently sailing on the secret worlds without suspicion, with approved killers saving the world, spies and Spycrates have always been a convincing nucleus for narration.
Not only that, but all the kind of spy films and television programs lends itself perfectly to the mixture and mixture of genres. Whether it means having a tense action, a mystery full of suspense or even a touch of comics. And with so much versatility, the current landscape of spy television shows is exceptionally solid.
|
Television show |
IMDB score |
RT Critical Score |
RT public score |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Citadel |
6.2 |
52% |
62% |
|
Spy x Family |
8.2 |
N / A |
88% |
|
The night agent |
7.4 |
80% |
58% |
|
Black doves |
7.2 |
92% |
64% |
|
The agency |
7.4 |
67% |
76% |
|
Special ops: lioness |
7.8 |
73% |
74% |
|
Mr. and Mrs Smith |
7.0 |
90% |
66% |
|
The list of terminals |
7.9 |
40% |
94% |
|
The day of the jackal |
8.1 |
85% |
76% |
|
Slow horses |
8.3 |
96% |
88% |
10
Citadel
Citadel is a series of convincing spy action that incorporates futuristic technology. A top secret spy organization was dissolved and the agents of this group have erased their memories. Meanwhile, a union on crime, known as Manticore, seeks to take control in the middle of chaos.
This series comes from Amazon Prime Video and should have a second season in 2026. The show features Richard Madden and Priyanka Chopra and is produced by the Russo Brothers, presenting the incredible talent assembling this series.
9
Spy x Family
Although the anime may not be the first thing to which anyone would think about spy shows, he undeniably produced one of the best spy shows currently. Spy x Family is a wonderful and fresh vision of a classic genre that has popularized spy shows for a whole new audience.
When an elite secret agent must recruit a coverage family to complete a sensitive mission, he involuntarily recruits a psychic child and an assassin who also need a false family. The adventures that followed are wild and sincere because they learn more about each other and begin to establish a real connection.
The series is more comical than most of this list, but it is certainly a valid entry that could find the favor of fans of spy shows. And as a friend, the show has the ability to show creativity in a way that traditional television shows have trouble kissing fully.
8
The night agent
The night agent sees a young FBI agent getting caught in an intense dilemma far beyond his brief period of experience when his quarter-relaxed night on an emergency line leads to a violation of national security due to the presence of a taupe in the White House.
Gabriel Basso does a fantastic job as Peter Sutherland, and the exciting conspiracy and action levels throughout the first two seasons of the program are absolutely incredible. With a third season, it is now confirmed that it takes place, and the show rises to become one of the most watched series in Netflix, The night agent turned out to be a great success.
7
Black doves
Also on Netflix, Black doves offers a romantic affair thrown in the context of a tense British espionage thriller. Helen is the wife of the Secretary of State for Defense and a spy. And when his passionate affair ends with a tragedy, his employer calls for another agent to protect her.
This series offers a range of emotions and dramas throughout, while slowly unraveling a mystery that sums up all the people involved. Keira Knightley and Ben Whishaw also raise this show in something that is much more than the sum of his games. Season 2 is currently underway, and after the excitement of season 1, it is certain to be a crazy walk.
6
The agency
When an CIA infiltration agent receives the order to return to London Station, his former life returns to Hanter. A former lover appears on the stage and the agent is taken between his life, his work and the constant threat of danger.
Michael Fassbender leads this series with an astonishing competence and intention in each scene. He is also joined by several talented actors who help bring history to life and create a tense and dangerous environment that makes this story so intriguing.
5
Special ops: lioness
A spying thriller with a particular accent on female agents who keep the world away from hidden threats. With a high -level spy leading a team of the largest female agents in the world, these lionesses go under cover to fight the war against terrorism on the reception front.
This espionage thriller comes from the incredible spirit of Taylor Sheridan, which is also responsible for Yellowstone And the set of the series of ramifications in this world. The show also has the incredible talent of Zoe Saldaña as manager, with a support casting which includes Nicole Kidman and Morgan Freeman to name only some of the talented people involved.
Special ops: lioness has already released two seasons, with a third on the way. It also presents a new version of an old genre that makes all the experience dynamic and is committed in a way that few other shows manage to do.
4
Mr. and Mrs Smith
Inspired by the 2005 film, Mr. and Mrs Smith Follows some spies that work under cover like husband and wife. However, starting from the initial premise, these spies were foreigners before being assigned to their mission as a man and woman.
It is definitely a more comical vision of the usual spy story, but Donald Glover and Maya Erskine were excellent in their roles for this incredible series of privileged videos. The show was renewed for a second season, although precisely when it is broadcast is unknown.
3
The list of terminals
After a Navy Seals operation, he was taken in hand, James Reece finds himself going home alone and changed forever. However, he soon learns that he has not completely escaped the front lines while the enemies target the newly returned soldier.
Chris Pratt plays in this series and is joined by an incredible cast which includes Taylor Kitsch, Riley Keough and Patrick Schwarzenegger. The list of terminals is dark, tense and full of incredible action which really puts Pratt to the test as a hero of action. Fortunately, he nailed it and the series is in a strong position before season 2.
2
The day of the jackal
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The day of the jackal is inspired by the 1973 classic spy film. With a former soldier now operating as an elite assassin for rental, government agencies are struggling to get their hands on this prudent and meticulous killer. However, everyone’s motivations are not as clear as they appear for the first time.
Eddie Redmayne embodies the master of the disguise killer known under the name of Chacal, while Lashana Lynch leads the accusation to find him as a qualified MI6 agent. The tension, the mystery and the perspective of the killer and the agents in pursuit make it a fascinating watch which calls into question morality on each side.
1
Slow horses
Slow horses Follows the group of most controversial agents in the MI5 because they found themselves postponed due to various problems and taken in the reticulation of high -level policy. However, these supposed failures manage to come together to constantly obtain the upper hand on the agency.
Apple TV + can be one of the least popular streamers, but the quality they offer is spectacular. This series, led by Gary Oldman alongside a stellar cast, absolutely nails the dark and grainy tone of the spying drama, while creating incredibly tense scenarios and intelligent twists and turns.
Slow horses Takes the MI5 outsiders and transforms them into a hero while highlighting controversy and greed among the leaders. It is a game of chess played on several levels. Regarding spy The programs go is one of the best currently on television, and currently in its fifth season to start.
