The chemistry between the leads is what propels this series. They're both hilarious people, and the series really leans into that. The pacing is slow, but I appreciated how it segues into the main conflict in the later episodes. Amazing cameos from Sarah Paulson, Parker Posey, John Turturro, and more.
I think what lacks is the coherence of the plot in the first half of the series. It almost feels like a deadly Broad City, two inept people stumbling around and messing up as much as possible. Glover has a flirty nature that works, and it's some of his best dramatic work I've seen. It's Maya Erskine that shines though. She's hilarious, deadpan when needed, and she has vulnerability that makes the series as a whole unique for a spy thriller.
In tone, it's more romantic dramedy than anything. It has obvious nods to the Pitt-Jolie film (the fight between John and Jane in the finale was amazing!), but it has its own unique plane. The therapy episode is well written and Sarah Paulson is a highlight. I would love to see a second season.
I think what lacks is the coherence of the plot in the first half of the series. It almost feels like a deadly Broad City, two inept people stumbling around and messing up as much as possible. Glover has a flirty nature that works, and it's some of his best dramatic work I've seen. It's Maya Erskine that shines though. She's hilarious, deadpan when needed, and she has vulnerability that makes the series as a whole unique for a spy thriller.
In tone, it's more romantic dramedy than anything. It has obvious nods to the Pitt-Jolie film (the fight between John and Jane in the finale was amazing!), but it has its own unique plane. The therapy episode is well written and Sarah Paulson is a highlight. I would love to see a second season.