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Sneaky Pete 2015

“The Truth is Always Changing”

★ 7.5/10 · 416 votes TV-MA DramaCrime 3 seasons · 30 eps Canceled
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What is Sneaky Pete?

Sneaky Pete is an American comedy crime drama television series created by David Shore and Bryan Cranston. The show stars Giovanni Ribisi as Marius Josipović, a con man who, upon release from prison, assumes the identity of his cellmate Pete Murphy to evade his past life.

Type
TV series
Year
2015
Status
Canceled
Episodes
30
First aired
Aug 7, 2015
Last aired
May 10, 2019
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
Prime Video
Genres
Drama, Crime
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Sneaky Pete is an American comedy crime drama television series created by David Shore and Bryan Cranston. The show stars Giovanni Ribisi as Marius Josipović, a con man who, upon release from prison, assumes the identity of his cellmate Pete Murphy to evade his past life. Through this deception, Marius reconnects with Pete’s estranged family, a dysfunctional and colorful group that unknowingly pulls him into situations as perilous as the ones he fled. As he navigates this new world, Marius is presented with both danger and the possibility of finding a sense of belonging within Pete’s chaotic family unit. The series originally aired from 2015 to 2019 and blends elements of crime, comedy, and drama while exploring themes of identity, loyalty, and family. Bryan Cranston, known for his work on Breaking Bad, served as an executive producer alongside David Shore. The show’s title reflects the sneaky, deceptive nature of the main character’s actions, as defined by dictionaries such as Merriam-Webster and Cambridge, which describe “sneaky” as marked by stealth or furtiveness.

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Should you watch it?

“A fugitive con man assumes his cellmate's identity to escape a dangerous past and a ruthless gangster.”

Reasons to watch
  • engaging premise
  • complex character dynamics
Keep in mind
  • high-stakes tension
  • risky deception

Watch it if you enjoy suspenseful crime dramas about identity theft and family secrets.

The series features themes of deception and criminal danger suitable for mature audiences.

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Season 2 · 10 episodes
Season 3 · 10 episodes

Frequently asked questions

What is the premise of the show?

A con man hides from a gangster by pretending to be his former cellmate, Pete.

Who does the main character impersonate?

He assumes the identity of his prison cellmate, Pete.

What kind of family does the main character join?

He joins Pete's estranged, colorful, and dysfunctional family.

Is the main character running from someone?

Yes, he is on the run from a vicious gangster.

Does the show involve family dynamics?

Yes, the protagonist interacts with Pete's family, which presents both danger and a potential sense of belonging.