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A remake of Μυστικός prάκτορας (2020)
Plot
Charles, a retired man, gets a new lease on life when he answers an ad for a private detective and becomes the mole in an undercover investigation at a nursing home. Based on the Chilean documentary "El Agente Topo".
Assigned to solve a jewelry heist, Charles finds himself working undercover, eventually discovering unexpected connections to the strange residents around him
Ted Danson’s enduring charisma shines in A Man on the Inside, a heartwarming blend of comedy and mystery from The Good Place creator Michael Schur. The series follows Charles (Danson), a lonely, retired widower who revives his monotonous life by taking on the role of a private detective in a posh retirement community.
It’s a celebration of second chances and human connection, gently touching on themes like aging, grief, and reinvention without losing its comedic charm
The show skillfully balances humor and poignancy, using Danson’s impeccable timing and an ensemble of veteran actors like Sally Strathmore and Stephen McKinley Henderson to craft a vibrant, multi-layered narrative. Based on the Oscar-nominated documentary The Mole Agent, Schur’s latest venture echoes the philosophical warmth of his previous work while carving out his own identity.
The series delights with its intricate whodunit, but its real treasure lies in the relationships that unfold
From Charles’s developing relationship with his daughter Emily (Mary Elizabeth Ellis) to his reluctant friendships with fellow citizens, the characters are likable and nuanced. While it lacks the surreal humor of The Good Place, A Man on the Inside captivates with its sincerity, offering both laughs and heartfelt moments.