20/19
It’s a remake of El agente topo (2020)
Chronology
Charles, a retired man, gets a new lease on life when he answers a private investigator’s ad and becomes a mole in an undercover investigation at a nursing home. Michael Schurt wrote "A Man On the Inside" after watching the Chilean documentary "The Mole Agent." He says, "The Mole Agent" The documentary is powerful because it evokes something remarkably similar in people of all ages, ethnicities, and genders, and I would describe that feeling very succinctly: “I need to call my mom.” We tried to do something similar with our show’s tone: Basically, does our show contribute to that feeling of calling our moms?
Assigned to investigate a jewelry heist, Charles finds himself working undercover and eventually discovering unexpected connections to the strange residents around him
Ted Danson’s enduring charisma shines in A Man On the Inside, a heartwarming mix of comedy and mystery from The Good Place creator Michael Schur. The series follows Charles (Danson), a lonely, retired widower who takes on the monotony of his life as a private investigator in an upscale retirement community.
A celebration of second chances and human connections, it delicately tackles themes like aging, grief, and reinvention without losing its comedic charm
The show deftly balances humor and poignancy, using Danson’s impeccable timing and an ensemble cast of veteran actors like Sally Struthers and Stephen McKinley Henderson to craft a dynamic, multi-layered narrative. Based on the Oscar-nominated documentary The Mole Agent, Schur’s latest venture reflects the philosophy of his previous work while carving out its own identity.
The series captivates with its intricate whodunits, but its true treasure lies in the relationships that unfold
From Charles’ bond with his daughter Emily (Mary Elizabeth Ellis) to his reluctant friendship with his roommates, the characters are engaging and nuanced. While it lacks the surreal humor of The Good Place, A Man on the Inside captivates with its honesty, offering both laughs and heartfelt moments.