The Paramount+ With Showtime drama The Agency is making waves with its star-studded cast, with the recent addition of Jodie Turner-Smith joining the ensemble alongside Michael Fassbender, Jeffrey Wright, and Richard Gere. The series follows the story of Martian (played by Fassbender), a covert CIA operative who is called back to the agency's London station, disrupting his undercover mission.
Turner-Smith, known for her roles in 'Queen & Slim' and 'The Acolyte,' will portray Sami Zahir, a social anthropology professor with a shared history with Martian. Her casting has been met with excitement, with Nina L. Diaz, president of content and chief creative officer at Showtime/MTV Entertainment Studios & Paramount Media Networks, praising Turner-Smith's talent and presence.
'The Agency,' based on the acclaimed French series 'Le Bureau des Legendes,' was given a straight-to-series order by Showtime in February 2023, before transitioning to the Paramount+ streaming platform. The show is being written by Jez and John-Henry Butterworth, with Joe Wright set to direct the first two episodes.
The series boasts an impressive lineup of executive producers, including George Clooney and Grant Heslov of Smokehouse Pictures, along with key figures from Showtime/MTV Entertainment Studios, 101 Studios, and TOP-The Originals Productions. Turner-Smith's involvement in 'The Agency' adds to her already impressive resume, which includes roles in 'The Acolyte,' 'Bad Monkey,' and 'Sex Education.'
With her talent and versatility, Turner-Smith is set to bring a new dimension to 'The Agency,' further solidifying the show's status as a highly anticipated project in the streaming landscape. Fans can look forward to seeing her dynamic performance alongside the stellar cast assembled for this thrilling series.
