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Season 2 – Counterpart

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Dec 2018

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What might be different if a person could co-exist in an alternate world? Howard Silk, a low-level agent whose career is winding down at a Berlin-based United Nations spy agency, unwittingly learns the answer. Upon discovering his organization is harboring a secret, that of a gateway to a parallel dimension, Howard becomes immersed in a mysterious world of espionage, intrigue, and government conspiracies. There, the only man Howard can trust is Prime, his almost identical counterpart from a divergent reality.

Critics Consensus

Double the J.K. Simmons brings double the aplomb in the second season of Counterpart, which finds time to deliver relevant societal critiques while deepening its labyrinthine lore.

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Emily St. James

Vox

01/30/2019

The story that "Twin Cities" tells is one that someone who's never seen a single episode of Counterpart could appreciate.

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Mike Hale

New York Times

12/13/2018

Beyond its artfully chilly atmosphere and its surprisingly plausible and suspenseful narrative, the main attraction in Season 2 remains J.K. Simmons's crafty, quiet portrayal of the two spies.

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Chitra Ramaswamy

Guardian

12/13/2018

4/5

Continues to be like a cocktail made up of equal parts John le Carré and Philip K Dick, then shaken not stirred by JJ Abrams.

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Jennifer Bisset

CNET

04/19/2023

Counterpart isn't just a show to pass the time before more episodes of The Rings of Power drop. It's a stunning piece of complete television, and you should feel great about placing your most highbrow, picky TV viewing time into its safe hands.

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Alberto Carlos

Espinof

03/04/2019

3.5/5

A strong start. [Full Review in Spanish]

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Sezín Koehler

Black Girl Nerds

02/25/2019

5/5

I'd argue that 'Counterpart' is one of the best shows of all time, moving up there with Bryan Fuller's Hannibal and David Simon's The Wire.

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Ahmed A

@Zotto Jan 9

I cant say how disappointing it is that this show didnt continue. Whoever stopped this show really needs some glasses! Beautiful show!

Dave J

@RT36818658 Jul 31

Fantastic show, great concept. As excited as I was to find out more about the alternate universe, I felt they exposed it too soon, which in my opinion led to it being only 2 seasons, but a phenomal show!

Andrea F

@AndreaFrancolini 05/11/2024

Absolutely majestic, having cancelled this series is so stupid

Tim O

@RT56534900 04/05/2024

Slow burn build, does an excellent job of holding your attention; not to mention the mental gymnastics required to keep track of the 'other's of each role and location. ;P I will say that the 'parachuted in" 'Naya Temple' character really didn't seem well thought out, or organic to the original plot. Read as contrived, and very bluntly appended, for little in the way of contributions to the plot. Her role and dialog could have been delivered by a variety of other existing characters in the show. Not to mention the ridiculous way her character flies by all of the existing clearly long-standing hierarchy, in the power structure and she effectively ascends to the top of the heap. But on balance, a definite favorite bit of television.

David E

@RT62848569 11/30/2023

Highly recommend this series to any person who loves spy and sci-fi genres. So disappointed that we are only treated to two seasons, deserved so much more.

Frago M

@RT09635368 11/21/2023

The twists and turns continue in this season with stellar performances by the main cast - as usual. The pacing this season seems slightly off for some reason - not sure why - perhaps it's because they never got a 3rd season? Despite this, the story wraps up most plot-lines in a satisfactory manner. One of the best SF thriller series of the last decade. Would've loved another season or two!

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J.K. Simmons

Howard Silk

Olivia Williams

Emily Burton Silk

Harry Lloyd

Peter Quayle

Nazanin Boniadi

Clare

Ulrich Thomsen

Aldrich

Episode 1

Aired Dec 9, 2018

Inside Out

While hiding in Howard's life, Howard Prime must avoid detection at home and at the OI; Quayle and Clare struggle to adjust to their new arrangement.

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Episode 2

Aired Dec 16, 2018

Outside In

Imprisoned on the Other Side, Howard's loyalties are tested; Emily Prime gets a promotion.

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Episode 3

Aired Dec 23, 2018

Something Borrowed

Howard is transferred to a mysterious prison called Echo; an unexpected visit gives Emily a connection to her old life; Emily Prime and Shaw's investigation is met with resistance.

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Episode 4

Aired Dec 30, 2018

Point of Departure

Howard Prime, Quayle and Clare must unite against a common enemy; Emily Prime turns her investigation toward her other; Yanek probes Howard's past.

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Episode 5

Aired Jan 6, 2019

Shadow Puppets

A new revelation puts Howard Prime and Quayle in jeopardy; life at Echo is disrupted; Clare reconnects with her past.

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Episode 6

Aired Jan 20, 2019

Twin Cities

The origins of the Crossing are revealed.

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Episode 7

Aired Jan 27, 2019

No Strings Attached

The fallout of the lockdown casts suspicions around the OI; Howard and Emily Prime find clues about the history of Management; Clare questions her allegiances.

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Episode 8

Aired Feb 3, 2019

In From the Cold

Howard Prime and Emily work together to figure out Indigo's plans; Clare and Quayle consider their future; Howard must face the truth about his wife.

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Episode 9

Aired Feb 10, 2019

You to You

Management makes a historic decision; Emily sends a warning; Quayle, Clare and Temple investigate the final Indigo cell; Howard Prime reaches out to an old contact.

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Episode 10

Aired Feb 17, 2019

Better Angels

Mira's looming threat forges some unlikely alliances.

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