The Avengers
A quirky spy show of the adventures of eccentrically suave British Agent John Steed and his predominantly female partners. Jonathan Steed - an urbane, proper gentleman spy - teams with various assistants throughout the series' run, including Dr. David Keel, Cathy Gale, Emma Peel and Tara King, to repeatedly save the world from diabolical schemes plotted by equally diabolical evil-doers (among them robots and man-eating monsters).
First Air Year
1961
Seasons
6
Audience Score
7.7
Genres
Action & Adventure, Crime, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
Series Snapshot
A quirky spy show of the adventures of eccentrically suave British Agent John Steed and his predominantly female partners. Jonathan Steed - an urbane, proper gentleman spy - teams with various assistants throughout the series' run, including Dr. David Keel, Cathy Gale, Emma Peel and Tara King, to repeatedly save the world from diabolical schemes plotted by equally diabolical evil-doers (among them robots and man-eating monsters).
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The Avengers is a dark pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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Who should watch The Avengers?
The Avengers is best for viewers who want action & adventure, crime, sci-fi & fantasy with clearer next-step recommendations.
What tone does The Avengers have?
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Is The Avengers easy to binge?
The Avengers sits around medium complexity, so the best follow-up depends on whether you want something denser or something easier to keep running.
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