The Old Man

FX | HULU | Release Date: June 16, 2022

6.4	USER SCORE Generally favorable reviews based on 43 Ratings

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UncleWillardJun 18, 2022

So far so good. It says a lot foe a show with a mysterious lead characters that you couldn't tell if a dream/thought sequence was real or not. We know so little about the character after two episodes that anything can happen. Both Bridges andSo far so good. It says a lot foe a show with a mysterious lead characters that you couldn't tell if a dream/thought sequence was real or not. We know so little about the character after two episodes that anything can happen. Both Bridges and Lithgow are riveting.… Expand

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geewahSep 22, 2022

Despite a few flat spots this is a well-made and suspenseful thriller that benefits from it's quality cast and strong direction. Will be interesting to see were this is heads in it's second season.

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Highlander2Jun 18, 2022

Great award winning actors with a refreshing spy movie. Has a deep story with flash backs that bring the story together. Action is great and depth of characters is weak written. Can't wait to watch the whole season

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TVJerryJul 5, 2022

A former CIA operative (Jeff Bridges) has been living off the grid until a mysterious event from his past puts him in the crosshairs of his former agency. Leading the search is his previous boss (John Lithgow). While there's one well-stagedA former CIA operative (Jeff Bridges) has been living off the grid until a mysterious event from his past puts him in the crosshairs of his former agency. Leading the search is his previous boss (John Lithgow). While there's one well-staged violent encounter in every episode, this is mostly about character interaction. Fortunately, the writing keeps it interesting and the solid performances make it compelling. The agent's two loyal and well-trained dogs are almost characters too. While there are extended periods of dialogue and more action would add to the tension, this is still a well-crafted spy drama. (Review based on 4 out of 7 one-hour eps with new ones dropping every Thursday. Already renewed for a 2nd season.)… Expand

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metacritiqueurJul 14, 2022

Good first season, intense first episode. The cast is perfect. A series that will appeal to fans of Homeland, Berlin Station and Tehran.

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TalkTeaVJun 18, 2022

By the end of episode one, I was rushing to see what happened next.

Had I not seen the trailer and knew nothing about the plot, I would still be laser-focused on this story just from watching the first ten minutes. Jeff Bridges' performance,By the end of episode one, I was rushing to see what happened next.

Had I not seen the trailer and knew nothing about the plot, I would still be laser-focused on this story just from watching the first ten minutes. Jeff Bridges' performance, as usual, has a magnetic draw to the character and story. The lovable actor John Lithgow raises the intrigue and intensity to an already interesting first episode. Vague conversations tend to be annoying unless you have two talented actors like Bridges and Lithgow, who have a great back-and-forth dynamic. The Old Man is whatever spy thriller you have loved in the past on steroids. Fingers are crossed, and my hopes are high for the upcoming Sylvester Stallone crime drama Tulsa King, but until then, The Old Man may end up being the best series to watch this year. As always, if you made it this far, thanks for reading, and if you watch this series, let me know what you think.

Keep it interesting, Stay Channel Surfing!

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gingerninja11May 19, 2023

Could have been my favorite show of the year if the final episode wasn't a lackluster cliffhanger. One of the most intelligently written shows with surprisingly explosive moments of action or dialogue I have ever seen. I've never watched aCould have been my favorite show of the year if the final episode wasn't a lackluster cliffhanger. One of the most intelligently written shows with surprisingly explosive moments of action or dialogue I have ever seen. I've never watched a show (or movie) with so many instances of dialogue that were thought-provoking, emotionally and intellectually stimulating, and more impactful than the best action scenes. I'd give it a 10 if it weren't for the final episode.… Expand

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SpasivaFeb 17, 2023

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Muy buena serie este hombre es jonh wick de mayor, la serie tiene buena lógica y una buena trama. Enseña lecciones de vida como lo que para unos es importante el dinero para otros es la familia y el amor. Y sobretodo lo bien que el gobierno juega sus hilos para sus intereses a favor. Me gusta la historia y los personajes sobretodo el protagonista hace muy buen papel.… Expand

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