Archangel

2005·Show
2Episodes in1Season·TV-MA
63
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.4Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes––

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Archangel fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension8
  • Violence6
  • Adrenaline5

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Melancholy6
  • Pathos5
  • Catharsis5

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Dark Humor2
  • Satire & Parody1

World

Mystery, politics, and everyday modern life

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters, direction, and performances

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Character Depth9
  • Intrigue9
  • Direction8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

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About

Stalin ruled with an iron fist... but his death was only the beginning.

Fluke Kelso, a dissipated, middle-aged former Oxford historian, who is in Moscow to attend a conference on the newly opened Soviet archives, receives in his hotel a very unexpected visitor.
Political ThrillerEspionage DramaSlow-Burn MysteryPost-Soviet SettingIntellectual ProtagonistConspiracyCharacter-DrivenDark & GrittyHistorical EchoesPsychological Intrigue

Crew

Directed by:
Jon Jones
Written by:
Dick Clement, Ian La Frenais
Produced by:
Christopher Hall
Composed by:
Rob Lane

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Archangel legally?

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Archangel is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free, and Pluto TV. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Archangel worth watching?

63
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63/100 (IMDb 6.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Archangel rated?

TV-MAViolenceStrong language

It's rated TV-MA in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How many seasons does Archangel have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 2 episodes.

Is Archangel based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

When did Archangel air?

It ran from 2005 to 2005 and has ended.

What language is Archangel in?

EnglishRussian

It was made in English, with some Russian. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Archangel?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Archangel in 13 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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