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Leverage 2008

“The art of the con”

★ 7.6/10 · 434 votes TV-14 DramaComedyAction & AdventureCrime 5 seasons · 77 eps Ended
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What is Leverage?

Leverage is an American action crime drama television series that aired on TNT. The series was produced by Electric Entertainment, a production company of executive producer and director Dean Devlin.

Type
TV series
Year
2008
Status
Ended
Episodes
77
Runtime
42 minutes
First aired
Dec 7, 2008
Last aired
Dec 25, 2012
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
TNT
Genres
Drama, Comedy, Action & Adventure, Crime
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Leverage is an American action crime drama television series that aired on TNT. The series was produced by Electric Entertainment, a production company of executive producer and director Dean Devlin. It premiered on TNT and concluded after a run of several years. The show follows a team of individuals with unique skills, including a thief, a grifter, a hacker, and a retrieval specialist, who are led by a former insurance investigator. The team uses their skills to fight corporate and governmental injustices inflicted on ordinary citizens. The series was created by John Rogers and Chris Downey. Leverage features a cast including Timothy Hutton, Gina Bellman, Christian Kane, and Beth Riesgraf. The show's title refers to the concept of using influence or power to achieve a desired result.

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Should you watch it?

“A team of specialists led by an insurance investigator fights corporate injustice using unique skills.”

Reasons to watch
  • fast-paced heists
  • ensemble character dynamics
Keep in mind
  • episodic structure
  • formulaic plot progression

Watch it if you enjoy stories about underdogs using their skills to outsmart powerful adversaries.

The series features action-oriented conflict and lighthearted comedic elements throughout its episodes.

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Episode guide

Season 1 · 13 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 15 episodes
Season 3 · 16 episodes
Season 4 · 18 episodes
Season 5 · 15 episodes

Frequently asked questions

What is the premise of the show?

A five-person team uses their specialized skills to fight corporate and governmental injustices against ordinary citizens.

Who leads the team?

The team is led by a former insurance investigator named Nathan Ford.

What roles make up the team?

The team consists of a thief, a grifter, a hacker, and a retrieval specialist.

What is the tone of the series?

The series combines heist-based action with elements of comedy.

What does the title mean?

The title refers to the influence or power used by the team to achieve their desired results.