5.1
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
True Lies (2023)
True Lies (2023)
Overview
Shocked to discover that her bland and unremarkable computer consultant husband is a skilled international spy, an unfulfilled suburban housewife is propelled into a life of danger and adventure when she's recruited to work alongside him to save the world as they try to revitalize their passionless marriage.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Progressive
Political: Center
Diversity: High
Female Combat: Yes
Race Swap: Yes
Viewer Rating
5.1
Overview
Shocked to discover that her bland and unremarkable computer consultant husband is a skilled international spy, an unfulfilled suburban housewife is propelled into a life of danger and adventure when she's recruited to work alongside him to save the world as they try to revitalize their passionless marriage.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Progressive
Primary
The series balances strong themes of national security and patriotism with progressive portrayals of feminist empowerment and gender equality, resulting in a neutral political stance that avoids deep ideological commentary.
The series demonstrates significant diversity through the casting of a Filipina-American actress in a lead role, departing from the original film's all-white leads. The narrative also promotes female empowerment and challenges traditional gender roles by portraying the female protagonist as capable and central to the action.
Secondary
The series features Helen Tasker, an Omega Sector operative, who consistently engages in and wins close-quarters physical combat against male adversaries. She utilizes martial arts and melee weapons in both individual and group fight scenarios.
Helen Tasker, a legacy character from the original film portrayed by a white actress, is recast with a Filipino-American actress in the 2023 series, constituting a race swap.
The 2023 TV series *True Lies* does not prominently feature or focus on LGBTQ+ community representation. Based on available information, there are no detailed mentions or depictions of LGBTQ+ characters or storylines within the series' narrative. The show's content and reviews do not highlight LGBTQ+ portrayals as a notable aspect, aligning with its primary genre focus on espionage and family dynamics.
The 2023 TV series *True Lies* does not appear to include any transsexual characters or engage with transgender themes. Based on available information, there is no depiction of transgender identities or issues within the show's narrative, leading to a classification of N/A for its portrayal.
The 2023 TV series "True Lies" maintains the original genders of its main characters as established in the source film. No characters are portrayed on screen with a gender different from their canonical or established gender.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
5.2
6.1
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4.2
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