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Counterpart
A science-fiction thriller about two parallel worlds and the lives of their inhabitants, particularly a UN bureaucrat and his doppelganger.
English
Australia
EntertainmentEspionageIdentityScience FictionBetrayalParallel Realities
United NationsOffice Of Interchange
J.k. SimmonsOlivia WilliamsSara SerraioccoHarry LloydUlrich Thomsen
- What is the basic premise of the show Counterpart?
- Counterpart is a science-fiction thriller series set in Berlin, where two parallel worlds are linked by a single crossing. The series follows Howard Silk, a UN bureaucrat who discovers a secret world and his doppelganger.
- How were the two parallel worlds in Counterpart created?
- The two worlds, Alpha and Prime, were created by an accident in 1987. They have evolved separately but remain in close proximity, leading to espionage and intrigue between them.
- What are some of the broader themes explored in Counterpart?
- Counterpart uses science fiction to explore human nature, examining concepts such as self-destruction and the consequences of othering. The series encourages viewers to question their own reality and choices.
- What are some of the key elements that contribute to the show's unique atmosphere?
- The show's cinematography and cast contribute to its compelling atmosphere. The contrasting lifestyles and personalities of the Howards in the two worlds highlight the show's core themes.
- Who is the main character of Counterpart and what are their roles in the different worlds?
- J.K. Simmons plays the dual role of Howard Silk in both worlds; one is a bureaucrat, the other a spy. The show explores themes of identity, betrayal, and the consequences of choices in parallel realities.