Mr. and Mrs. Smith is an exciting modern take on a classic spy thriller concept.
As a followup toAtlantaandSwarm, Donald Glover adapting Doug Limans entertaining 2005 spy caperMr.
and Mrs. Smithfor a television format is an unlikely choice.
and Mrs. Smithis a sizably entertaining and meditative spy thriller fit for a millennial demographic.
Great dramedy performers in their own right, Glover and Erskines chemistry works as this versions fuel.
Erskine is a strong replacement and a better fit for Glovers even-tempered, awkward John.
WhereasArgylleflaunts its blue screen prominence,Mr.
and Mrs. Smithis more invested as romantic spy product, primarily due to shooting their espionage on location.
Mr. and Mrs. Smithflourishes under its new format.
Still, its primarily focused on skipping chapters in this couples relationship rather than relishing in their romantic periods.
As it stands,Mr.
All eight episodes of Mr. and Mrs. Smith premiere Friday, Feb. 2 on Prime Video.
Rating:
4 out of 5
