---
title: "Condor"
year: 2018
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/condor-2018"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 71146
imdb_id: "tt6510950"
status: "Canceled"
seasons_count: 2
episodes_count: 20
runtime_minutes: 53
community_rating: 7.1
vote_count: 282
content_rating: "TV-MA"
---

# Condor (2018) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/condor-2018

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Condor is an American television series that premiered in 2018 and concluded in 2020. Created by Todd Katzberg, Ken Robinson and Jason Smilovic, the drama follows a brilliant, young CIA analyst named Joe Turner, portrayed by Max Irons. Turner discovers that an algorithm he designed is being used by the agency to surveil American citizens, a revelation that thrusts him into a conspiracy tied to a terrorist plot threatening millions. The series also

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A young CIA analyst uncovers a lethal conspiracy after his own software is used against citizens."

### Why Watch
- fast-paced narrative
- compelling moral dilemmas

### Caveats & Content Note
- complex plot
- intense subject matter
- Tone & Suitability: The series contains intense themes of espionage and political violence.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: suspenseful, political, tense, gritty

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, YouTube TV, MGM Plus, Spectrum On Demand | None | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | MGM Plus Amazon Channel | Amazon Prime Video | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | MGM Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | MGM Amazon Channel | 7plus | None |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (10 Episodes)
## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 20
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 6 (30%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 14 (70%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Creative Credits

- **Created by**: Jason Smilovic, Todd Katzberg, Ken Robinson
- **Networks / Studios**: Audience, Epix

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Max Irons** as *Joe Turner*
- **Kristen Hager** as *Mae Barber*
- **Bob Balaban** as *Reuel Abbott*
- **Sam McCarthy** as *Samuel "Sammy" Barber, Jr.*
- **William Hurt** as *Bob Partridge*
- **Constance Zimmer** as *Robin Larkin*
- **Leem Lubany** as *Gabrielle Joubert*
- **Alexei Bondar** as *Vasili Sirin*
- **Angel Bonanni** as *Deacon Mailer*
- **Isidora Goreshter** as *Kat Gnezdy*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the series based on?
It is inspired by the 1975 political thriller film Three Days of the Condor.

### Q: Who is the protagonist?
The main character is a young CIA analyst named Joe Turner.

### Q: What is the central conflict?
Joe Turner discovers that the CIA is using his algorithm to conduct domestic surveillance.

### Q: What are the stakes?
The plot involves a terrorist threat that puts millions of lives at risk.

### Q: What is the tone of the show?
The series maintains a suspenseful and gritty tone centered on political intrigue.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Condor — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/71146)
- [Condor (TV Series 2018–2020) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6510950/)
- [Condor (TV Series 2018-2021) - Cast & Crew - The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/71146-condor/cast)
- [Condor - Full Cast & Crew - TV Guide](https://www.tvguide.com/tvshows/condor/cast/1030716071/)
- [Condor (2018-2021) - Full Cast and Crew - Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/tv-shows/condor/fMmWY6ZrqqtKD0Df2LQxS7/credits/)
- [Condor - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Condor)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*