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Status: Ended

Network: FX

Type: Scripted

Rating: 7.9/10

The Americans

TV SERIES 2013 6 SEASONS

Overview

Set during the Cold War period in the 1980s, The Americans is the story of Elizabeth and Philip Jennings, two Soviet KGB officers posing as an American married couple in the suburbs of Washington D.C. and their neighbor, Stan Beeman, an FBI Counterintelligence agent.

This production, originally released in 2013, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Crime, Drama genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 7.9 across its 6 seasons.

  • Storyline Highlights:
  • • Explores themes within Crime and Drama.
  • • Produced in United States of America.
  • • Original Language: Russian.

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Seasons

The Americans - Season 1 Episode Guide

Season 1

13 Episodes • Aired 2013-01-30

In 1980s Washington, D.C., KGB sleeper agents Philip and Elizabeth Jennings take extreme measures to continue their mission and keep their true identities hidden when Stan Beeman, an FBI Counterintelligence agent, moves in across the street from them.

The Americans - Season 2 Episode Guide

Season 2

13 Episodes • Aired 2014-02-26

Technological advances have escalated Cold War tensions to an all-time high, and Philip and Elizabeth face the growing threat of discovery. As their assignments grow more deadly, their family is in more danger, and their loyalties are tested like never before.

The Americans - Season 3 Episode Guide

Season 3

13 Episodes • Aired 2015-01-28

In season three, Philip and Elizabeth find themselves at odds over their daughter’s future now that the KGB is determined to recruit her and FBI Agent Stan Beeman has rededicated himself to uncovering the identities of the Russian spies.

The Americans - Season 4 Episode Guide

Season 4

13 Episodes • Aired 2016-03-16

The stakes have never been higher for Philip and Elizabeth as personal and professional dangers continue to challenge the Jennings' mission.

The Americans - Season 5 Episode Guide

Season 5

13 Episodes • Aired 2017-03-07

In season five, the arranged marriage of Philip and Elizabeth Jennings grows more passionate and genuine in the midst of the escalating Cold War. Paige’s budding romance with Matthew, the son of their neighbor, FBI Agent Stan Beeman, further complicates matters since Stan – Philip’s best friend – remains the greatest threat to the Jennings’ safety.

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