The Bureau

2015·Show
50Episodes in5Seasons·TV-MA
IMDb8.7Rotten Tomatoes–95%
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Where to watch

Paramount+AMC+Spectrum On Demand

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The Bureau fingerprint

High energy, immersive world, light on feelings.

Energy

Nerve-racking

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension9
  • Adrenaline6
  • Fast Pace6

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis6
  • Melancholy5
  • Family Dynamics5

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Satire & Parody4
  • Cringe Humor3

World

Everyday modern life, politics, and crime

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances, characters, and direction

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Intrigue10
  • Acting9
  • Character Depth9

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

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About

Within the DGSE (General Directorate for External Security), a department called the Office Of Legends (BDL) forms and remote pilot the most important agents of the French intelligence services: Clandestine. Immersion in hostile country, their mission is to identify individuals who may be recruited as sources of information. Operating "under caption", that is to say in a fabricated identity from scratch, they live for many years in a permanent duplicity. Our hero just returned from a clandestine mission six years in Damascus. But contrary to what is required by safety rules, he does not abandon his legend and the identity under which he lived in Syria, thus putting in danger the whole system.
Spy ThrillerPolitical IntrigueFrench IntelligenceUndercover AgentsComplex CharactersTense AtmosphereRealistic EspionageMoral Ambiguity

Crew

Directed by:
Laïla Marrakchi, Jacques Audiard, Éric Rochant
Written by:
Éric Rochant, Jacques Audiard, Camille de Castelnau
Composed by:
Robin Coudert

Sequels and Prequels

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Questions about The Bureau

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Where can I stream The Bureau legally?

Paramount+AMC+Spectrum On Demand

The Bureau is included with a subscription to Paramount+ and Spectrum On Demand in the United States. 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 The Bureau worth watching?

88
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 88/100 (IMDb 8.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Bureau rated?

TV-MAViolenceStrong language

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

How many seasons does The Bureau have?

5 seasons

It has 5 seasons with 50 episodes.

When did The Bureau air?

It ran from 2015 to 2020 and has ended.

What language is The Bureau in?

French

It was made in French. Produced in France.

In how many countries can I watch The Bureau?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Bureau in 34 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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