Netflix's 'A Man on the Inside' Starring Ted Danson Earns Praise for Humor and Depth

The new comedy series blends lighthearted espionage with poignant reflections on aging, inspired by the Oscar-nominated documentary 'The Mole Agent.'

Ted Danson stars as a widowed retiree-turned-undercover investigator in the eight-episode Netflix series, created by Michael Schur.
The show is loosely based on the 2020 documentary 'The Mole Agent,' which followed an 83-year-old man going undercover in a Chilean retirement home.
Critics have highlighted the series' balance of humor and emotional depth, addressing themes of aging, loss, and rediscovering purpose in later life.
The ensemble cast features actors in their 70s and older, including Sally Struthers and Stephen McKinley Henderson, offering rare leading roles for older performers.
Season 1 is now available on Netflix, with the creators expressing interest in continuing the story if renewed for a second season.