The Old Man: Season 1

"A pulpy potboiler driven by prestige drama performances..."

"More compelling as an actors' showcase than as a thriller."

"Bridges lends grain and texture to a role that could too easily be a geriatric Ethan Hunt..."

"Truly absorbing, addictive viewing."

"Brilliantly written, acted and directed..."

"It’s Bridges’ show. When the story leaves him for too long, you itch for his return."

"A bold, wise series, with a knockout performance from Bridges leading the way."

"Much of the show’s success comes down to Bridges, who anchors a rickety character visibly battered by the past yet able to shapeshift in the present."

"The veteran actor does nuanced work as usual, but the FX series takes too many ridiculous turns."

"It’s that intentional space The Old Man gives to that story that transforms the series into a must-watch event."

"The spy genre is so well worn one would think there's not much new to be done, but The Old Man largely confounds those expectations..."

"Alas, you will get a sometimes frustrating story line... The actors, though, make it all worthwhile."

"What makes this... more than just another boomer action-adventure epic is its interrogation of the selfish, destructive, and self-righteous Chase’s claim to heroism."