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Keri Russell's scrappy performance negotiates the best possible terms for The Diplomat, a soapy take on statecraft that manages to make geopolitical crises highly bingeable entertainment.
Sophie Gilbert The Atlantic For a show about geopolitical catastrophe, The Diplomat is surprisingly fun; it’s snappily structured to careen its way through kidnappings and catastrophic photo ops and refrigerator raids with bizarrely high stakes. Apr 26, 2023 Full Review Hugo Rifkind Times (UK) Time and again, it verges towards Love Actually with Wyler as Martine McCutcheon Apr 25, 2023 Full Review Joe Clay Times (UK) The verbal jousting between Kate and Hal, over global politics and their relationship, is superbly written, Sorkin-style. It’s almost more of a draw than the story itself... Apr 25, 2023 Full Review Tanzim Pardiwalla Filmfare The gripping show doesn’t skimp on the thrills as it explores its complex characters through a major international crisis. Sep 20, 2024 Full Review Carla Monfort Espinof Its political thriller elements combined with just the right dose of character relationships are enough to keep our interest. [Full review in Spanish] Rated: 3/5 Mar 18, 2024 Full Review Jeanine T. Abraham VisAbleBlackwoman (Medium) Overall, The Diplomat is an adequate political drama. However, the slow-pace may not appeal to everyone. Rated: 2.5/5 Jul 22, 2023 Full Review Read all reviews
Hal E Fast paced dialogue and scenes that you really have to follow, which I like vs. dumbed down scripts that insult the viewer, something all too common these days. Every actor is perfectly cast and kudos to Keri Russell who is brilliant in her portrayal of Kate Wyler. I’m on season 2 now and looking forward to season 3! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/05/25 Full Review Chris D If you like shows such as Homeland, or The Bureau, you will love this. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/02/25 Full Review Cliff G The West Wing meets Downton Abbey -- in a good way! Political intrigue and sexual tension wrapped in a series of international incidents make The Diplomat an exceptional series in a field of mediocrity. More like this, please!!! Bravo! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/28/25 Full Review Marcel L hmm it's pretty soapy but watchable Rated 3 out of 5 stars 01/27/25 Full Review Michael D Truly awful series unable to decide if it’s a comedy or drama. Really badly written with plot holes larger than the Titanic making it impossible to suspend your disbelief. In a time of slow horses this is the diplomatic version of Emily in Paris. Just awful. Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 01/21/25 Full Review Rob T Great, fast moving thriller with quite a few twists. Need to pay attention to what's going on. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/19/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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Episode 1 Aired Apr 20, 2023 The Cinderella Thing After a hostile attack on a British vessel, seasoned diplomat Kate Wyler assumes a new role in the UK that puts her skills and marriage to the test. Details Episode 2 Aired Apr 20, 2023 Don't Call It a Kidnapping As new details about the bombing emerge, Kate struggles to see eye-to-eye with Hal; Prime Minister Trowbridge's fiery remarks at a funeral cause a stir. Details Episode 3 Aired Apr 20, 2023 Lambs in the Dark At Winfield, President Rayburn's plans in the Gulf have the staff on edge as tensions between a determined Hal and a strong-willed Kate come to a head. Details Episode 4 Aired Apr 20, 2023 He Bought a Hat As Rayburn's rep takes a hit, Kate drops in on Dennison's private meeting at the UK Foreign Office and learns startling information about the attack. Details Episode 5 Aired Apr 20, 2023 The Dogcatcher Tempers flare at Chevening House, where an unexpected guest's arrival sends Kate and Dennison scrambling for a resolution; Hal makes a new connection. Details Episode 6 Aired Apr 20, 2023 Some Lusty Tornado To appease Trowbridge, Kate seeks Hal's help with a high-profile visitor and consults an informed source in secret as complicated feelings begin to grow. Details Episode 7 Aired Apr 20, 2023 Keep Your Enemies Closer After a sit-down with a Russian ambassador leads to new intel and mixed messages, Kate takes a trip to the Oval Office and reconnects with an old friend. Details Episode 8 Aired Apr 20, 2023 The James Bond Clause In London, Hal's actions cause friction as Kate heads to Paris with Dennison to get a handle on the Lenkov situation, which soon takes a shocking turn. Details
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Director
Alex Graves, Andrew Bernstein, Simon Cellan Jones, Liza Johnson
Creator
Debora Cahn
Executive Producer
Debora Cahn, Janice Williams, Keri Russell, Simon Cellan Jones
Screenwriter
Debora Cahn, Anna Hagen, Peter Noah, Amanda Johnson-Zetterström, Mia Chung
Network
Netflix
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Drama, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date
Apr 20, 2023
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