24's Perfect Replacement on Netflix: The Night Agent
Missing the 24 adrenaline surge, the venerable action drama series starring Kiefer Sutherland as Jack Bauer? Not cause concern; your prayers have been granted! Netflix has a new show that will satisfy that hole in your heart and leave you yearning more.
Originally airing in March 2023, The Night Agent soon rose to become among Netflix's most watched original series. Based on FBI Agent Peter Sutherland (Gabriel Basso), who is assigned to answer a hotline in the White House basement—a hotline that never rings—this is an exciting action series. Until it does. The phone call sets him on a wild ride of conspiracies, risky schemes, and high-stakes action – basically, everything we loved about 24.
The Night Agent: A Reasonable Successor to 24
24 and The Night Agent have many in common. Both shows have political thrills with intricate characters and high action scenes. Both of them center on the dangers to the United States government and craft complex narratives that keep viewers on the brink of their seats.
And The Night Agent features an amazing ensemble, much as 24 does. From Peter Sutherland, the committed FBI agent in over his head, to Rose Larkin (Luciane Buchanan), the cybersecurity specialist who turns into Peter's friend in cracking the riddle, the show features fascinating people you'll root for (or against).
The Night Agent: Where Not Like 24
The Night Agent has special qualities even if it surely gets ideas from 24. 24 is well-known for its real-time structure; every episode runs one hour in real-time. Conversely, the more conventional plot of the Night Agent lets the action develop at a rather slower pace.
Furthermore, although 24 mostly concentrated on terrorist threats, The Night Agent explores the darker side of national security by delving further into covert government operations and conspiracy theories.
The Night Agent: Season 2 is under progress!
The good news for supporters? The Night Agent was just renewed for a second season already! Like 24, the show is using a similar structure whereby every season emphasizes a fresh case. Prepare then for a new narrative, fresh characters, and more tense action in season 2. Although the release date is yet unknown, the new episodes should arrive some late 2024 or early 2025.
Should you enjoy 24, you most certainly should visit The Night Agent. Delivering the same thrills and excitement with a fresh viewpoint, it's a worthy successor to the venerable show.
