Starring Michael Fassbender, Richard Gere, Jodie Turner-Smith, and Jeffrey Wright, Showtime’s “The Agency” is Paramount+’s newest critical darling. According to Paramount, the show’s first two episodes drew 5.1 million viewers, making it the most-streamed new Showtime series in the network’s history. Due to its success, “The Agency” has already been renewed for Season 2.
Based on Éric Rochant’s espionage thriller TV series “The Bureau,” Showtime’s “The Agency” is written by Jez and John-Henry Butterworth, with George Clooney and Grant Heslov’s Smokehouse Pictures co-producing the series. As Season 2 prepares to expand upon its story, there’s a good chance even more A-listers will soon join the critically acclaimed spy thriller. For those interested in learning about the show’s casting process, including who is involved with finding talent, let this be your go-to resource.
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Based on the French series “Le Bureau des Legendes” (“The Bureau”), Showtime’s “The Agency” follows CIA agent Brandon Colby, code name Martian (Fassbender), as he’s forced to abandon his life undercover in Africa and return to headquarters at London Station, leaving his lover, Sami Zahir (Turner-Smith), behind. But when Sami appears in London, Brandon finds his life in disarray as her presence threatens to expose both his mission and true identity—a delicate balance that could have deadly consequences.
Dixie Chassay (“Poor Things”) and Avy Kaufman (“Brokeback Mountain”) are the main CDs behind “The Agency.” Check out what Emmy-winning Kaufman had to say about preparing for your audition and what it’s like to be in her audition room.
With decades of experience guiding the many talented names tied to this show, there’s no doubt the A-list actors have loads of insight and advice to offer those who are just getting started. These interviews will help unlock the secrets to their long-term success:
- Richard Gere: A Thespian and a Gentleman
- Jeffrey Wright on Family, Finding His Path + ‘American Fiction’
- Pregnancy Didn’t Stop Jodie Turner-Smith’s ‘Without Remorse’ Fight Training
Currently, Season 2 of “The Agency” isn’t casting. As we await news about the series’ production schedule, we spy an assortment of opportunities that are casting right now:
You’ll also want to bookmark our casting directory pages, which frequently update with the latest casting calls as they become available:
This insight into the audition process—from the show’s CDs, no less!—will help you prepare for your time in the room:
- How to Audition for Showtime
- CD Dixie Chassay’s Best Tip for Actors: Don’t ‘Over-Perfect’ Your Audition
- Bring Something New to Your Audition With ‘Maniac’ CD Avy Kaufman