The Night Agent has become one of Netflix’s most successful action thrillers, captivating a global audience with its high-stakes political intrigue and breakneck pace, and the most anticipated news is finally here: the second season is just around the corner, with a third already confirmed. If you’re looking to catch up on the pulse-pounding first season or need the precise details for the new episodes, the entire series is exclusively available on one major streaming platform.
As of today, December 11, 2025, the original 10 episodes of The Night Agent are available for streaming only on Netflix, the platform that turned the show into a worldwide phenomenon. The highly-anticipated Season 2, which will also consist of 10 episodes, is scheduled to drop all at once on Thursday, January 23, 2025, meaning subscribers can prepare for another weekend of binge-watching the intense spy action.
The Night Agent Star: Gabriel Basso’s Complete Profile & Filmography
The success of the series hinges on the performance of Gabriel Basso, who plays the central character, FBI Agent Peter Sutherland. Basso, an American actor born Louis Gabriel Basso III on December 11, 1994, has had a notable career trajectory, moving from a child actor to a leading man in high-profile projects.
- Full Name: Louis Gabriel Basso III
- Born: December 11, 1994
- Occupation: Actor
- Notable Roles: Peter Sutherland (The Night Agent), J.D. Vance (Hillbilly Elegy), Martin Read (The Big C)
- Early Career: Basso began his acting career as a child, securing an uncredited role in the 2007 dramedy Meet Bill.
- Breakthrough Film Roles: He gained significant recognition for his role as Martin in the Showtime series The Big C and for his part in J.J. Abrams' blockbuster film Super 8 (2011).
- Acclaimed Work: His performance in the 2020 film adaptation of J.D. Vance's memoir, Hillbilly Elegy, directed by Ron Howard, further cemented his status as a serious dramatic actor.
- Current Role: His portrayal of the idealistic, low-level FBI agent Peter Sutherland in The Night Agent has made him a household name in the action-thriller genre.
Everything You Need to Know About The Night Agent Season 2
The first season of The Night Agent, based on the novel by Matthew Quirk, followed Peter Sutherland, a low-level FBI Agent assigned to a secret emergency telephone line in the White House basement, known as Night Action. His life is turned upside down when he answers a call from a terrified civilian, Rose Larkin (Luciane Buchanan), which plunges him into a vast political conspiracy involving a Russian mole and a potential coup at the highest levels of the U.S. government.
Season 2 picks up after Peter's successful mission, which earned him the trust and loyalty of President Michelle Travers (Kari Matchett) and a promotion to a full-fledged Night Action operative. The new season will see Peter on a compromised mission in Bangkok, where he will struggle with trust issues as he navigates the complex world of international espionage.
The New and Returning Cast for the Upcoming Season
While the core dynamic between Peter Sutherland and Rose Larkin remains central, the second season introduces a host of new characters, adding fresh intrigue and potential threats to the storyline.
Returning Main Cast:
- Gabriel Basso as Peter Sutherland
- Luciane Buchanan as Rose Larkin
- Kari Matchett as President Michelle Travers
- Hong Chau as Diane Farr (Chief of Staff)
- Fola Evans-Akingbola as Chelsea Arrington (Secret Service Agent)
New Season 2 Cast Members (Key Entities):
- Brittany Snow: Joins the cast as Alice, a character whose allegiance is yet to be revealed.
- Amanda Warren: Plays Catherine Weaver, a high-ranking intelligence official.
- Louis Herthum: Cast as Jacob Monroe, a mysterious figure with deep connections.
- Teddy Sears: Introduced as Warren, another new addition to the complex web of agents and operatives.
Why The Night Agent is a Must-Stream Action Thriller (And What Comes Next)
Created by television veteran Shawn Ryan (known for hits like The Shield and S.W.A.T.), The Night Agent masterfully blends classic espionage tropes with modern political paranoia. Its success is largely attributed to its relentless pacing and the compelling chemistry between Basso and Buchanan.
The show's ability to maintain high viewership even after its initial release in March 2023 is a testament to its quality, leading to a quick renewal for Season 2. Even more exciting for fans of the show is the news that Netflix granted the series an early renewal for Season 3 in October 2024, before Season 2 even premiered. This rare move signals immense confidence from the streaming giant in the show's long-term viability and the ongoing saga of Peter Sutherland.
The Future of Night Action: Season 3 and Beyond
While details on the Season 3 plot are scarce, the early renewal ensures that the story will continue to expand beyond the scope of the original Matthew Quirk novel. The Season 2 plot, which takes Peter to Bangkok, suggests a move toward a more global, James Bond-esque scale, far from the restricted setting of the White House basement in Washington, D.C. This expansion of the narrative universe, coupled with the introduction of major new cast members like Brittany Snow and Amanda Warren, promises to keep the political conspiracy thriller fresh and unpredictable for years to come.
To prepare for the January 23, 2025, premiere of Season 2, fans and new viewers alike should head to Netflix to stream Season 1. It is the only way to fully appreciate Peter Sutherland’s journey from a low-level FBI agent answering a mysterious call to a full-fledged Night Action operative tasked with saving the nation.
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