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Alias

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Generally favorable reviews based on 30 Critic Reviews

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Alias

Series Details & Credits

ABC | Release Date: September 30, 2001

Starring: Amy Acker, Balthazar Getty, Ron Rifkin, Carl Lumbly, Greg Grunberg, Kevin Weisman, Jennifer Garner, Michael Vartan, Victor Garber, Rachel Nichols, Élodie Bouchez, Élodie Bouchez

Summary: Sydney Bristow was recruited as an undergrad to work for SD-6, which she thought was a government agency. However, when her fiancé is killed by SD-6 agents, she finds out that SD-6 is actually a counter-government agency. Sydney approaches the CIA and becomes a double agent, which means that she goes on SD-6 missions, but passes theSydney Bristow was recruited as an undergrad to work for SD-6, which she thought was a government agency. However, when her fiancé is killed by SD-6 agents, she finds out that SD-6 is actually a counter-government agency. Sydney approaches the CIA and becomes a double agent, which means that she goes on SD-6 missions, but passes the information about her missions to her CIA handler, Vaughn.

Sydney's father, Jack Bristow, is also an double agent. Both had a distant relationship for years, but their present situation brings them closer together. Sydney and her father spend the first season trying to foil SD-6's missions and preventing them from getting their hands on what they are determined to get. For years SD-6 has fought against FTL and K-Directorate, two crime organizations that are also in the pursue of various artifacts build by the 15th century scientist and prophet, Milo Rambaldi. However, when a new player referred to as "The Man" comes to town, FTL and K-Directorate are put out of business and SD-6 engages in the pursue of this new mysterious opponent.

After eliminating SD-6 and all of the other SD cells, Sydney, Marshall, Dixon, Jack, and Vaughn are now fully working for the CIA.… Expand

Creator: J.J. Abrams

Genre(s): Drama, Action & Adventure, Suspense

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S5:E17. All the Time in the World (2)
Air Date: May 22, 2006
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S5:E16. Reprisal (1)
Air Date: May 22, 2006
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S5:E15. No Hard Feelings
Air Date: May 17, 2006

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Metascore

75

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24

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Critic Reviews

100

Entertainment Weekly

Ken Tucker

Jun 14, 2013

Season 1 Review: The whole show is complicated in a fun, brain-teasing way, and having seen the second episode, I can say it only gets funner. I know that's not a word, but I'm saying it anyway. Read full review

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San Jose Mercury News/Contra Costa Times

Charlie McCollum

Mar 14, 2013

Season 1 Review: One of the best pilots from a new show this season -- a wild, stylish ride through Sydney Bristow's unraveling life. You have to suspend disbelief, but this series promises to be one nifty piece of entertainment. [28 Sept 2001, p.5E]

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Boston Herald

Amy Amatangelo

Mar 15, 2013

Season 1 Review: Alias is one of those rare action dramas where all the elements - plot, characters, production design, costumes, soundtrack and performances - come together to form one perfect hour of television. [30 Sept 2001, p.56]

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Houston Chronicle

Ann Hodges

Mar 15, 2013

Season 1 Review: It's a taut, action-filled opener, and Garner's charisma and agility in this demanding role give it a special glow. If America's in the mood at all for spies and terrorists, this show's the semi-Superwoman version. [29 Sept 2001, p.9]

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People Weekly

Terry Kelleher

Jun 27, 2013

Season 1 Review: Garner has an appeal that transcends implausibility. Read full review

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Entertainment Weekly

Gillian Flynn

Jun 18, 2013

Season 4 Review: Alias, although not the layered, sneaky, wildly imaginative drama it once was, is still entertaining. Read full review

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New York Post

Adam Buckman

Mar 15, 2013

Season 1 Review: For me, the problem really is casting. Next time one of these shows gets developed, I hope producers will resist the temptation to cast one of these skinny little pouty actresses in these commando-type roles. Read full review

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Captainj99

Jan 24, 2021

One of my favourite tv shows! My favourite character is Marshall, I just love his quirkyness. The development of each character is amazing Jack, Sloane, Marshall, Vaughn, Sark, Wiess and Sydney they did a great job with everyone. And how they tied all the seasons together. This will keepOne of my favourite tv shows! My favourite character is Marshall, I just love his quirkyness. The development of each character is amazing Jack, Sloane, Marshall, Vaughn, Sark, Wiess and Sydney they did a great job with everyone. And how they tied all the seasons together. This will keep you enthralled and the music selection for the show is great.… Expand

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Drmarwaaa

Jan 1, 2021

My favorite tv show growing up. I recently rewatched it and couldn't believe all the incredible cameos in there

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Kai82

Jan 13, 2020

Alias can be best described as action / espionage thriller series with some mystery and drama elements. The main story is about the agent Sydney Bristol played by Jennifer garner and her struggles. I wanted to go into details but there are so much spoilers and revelations that would ruin theAlias can be best described as action / espionage thriller series with some mystery and drama elements. The main story is about the agent Sydney Bristol played by Jennifer garner and her struggles. I wanted to go into details but there are so much spoilers and revelations that would ruin the series for you. Lets say that the plot twists are magnificent and gave this series a unique touch. There are many game changers and surprises that are so believable and interesting that you don't want to stop watching. The overarching story arc of the series is about Rambaldi who lived in the 15th century and can be best described as mixture of Leonardo da Vinci and Nostradamus. He was far ahead of his time and in some cases even far ahead of our current technology. He left countless documents, prophecies and artifacts distributed all over the world which various organizations want to recover. There are rumors that his biggest discovery can change the world forever. The characters are involved in this if they want or not. Than there is the spy work. The plots, twist and rivalry between organization are exciting. It is so enjoyable to watch them to outmaneuver the others (or get outmaneuvered). For the actors: I like the dynamics in Sydneys family and circle of friends / colleagues. The relationship with her estranged father is really good. I will praise Victor Garber (Jack Bristow) for his performance. The side characters are also well chosen. If I had to chose favorites I would pick Carl Lumbly (Marcus Dixon), Kevin Weismann (Marshall Flinkmann) and of cause Ron Rifkin (Arvin Sloane). Arvin Sloane is maybe the most interesting character. His arcs and developments are breathtaking. He is a tortured soul and a driven man. For the villains: A show like this needs good and interesting bad guys. This series delivered a good amount of memorable bad guys (Wont spoil). Overall this is good popcorn cinema for your home. If you like spy movies, enjoy good plot twist and well done character development / interactions than this series is for you.… Expand

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Seasons & Episodes

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Series Overview
Season 5

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- Season 5 Overview
  Air Date: September 29, 2005
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  S5:E17. All the Time in the World (2)
  Air Date: May 22, 2006
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  S5:E16. Reprisal (1)
  Air Date: May 22, 2006
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  S5:E15. No Hard Feelings
  Air Date: May 17, 2006
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  S5:E14. I See Dead People
  Air Date: May 10, 2006
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  S5:E13. 30 Seconds
  Air Date: May 3, 2006
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  S5:E12. There's Only One Sydney Bristow
  Air Date: April 26, 2006
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  S5:E11. Maternal Instinct
  Air Date: April 19, 2006
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  S5:E10. S.O.S.
  Air Date: April 19, 2006
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  S5:E9. The Horizon
  Air Date: December 14, 2005
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  S5:E8. Bob
  Air Date: December 7, 2005
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  S5:E7. Fait Accompli
  Air Date: November 17, 2005
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  S5:E6. Solo
  Air Date: November 10, 2005
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  S5:E5. Out of the Box
  Air Date: October 27, 2005
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  S5:E4. Mockingbird
  Air Date: October 20, 2005
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  S5:E3. The Shed
  Air Date: October 13, 2005
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  S5:E2. ...1...
  Air Date: October 6, 2005
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  S5:E1. Prophet Five
  Air Date: September 29, 2005
Season 4

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- Season 4 Overview
  Air Date: January 5, 2005
Season 3

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- Season 3 Overview
  Air Date: September 28, 2003
Season 2

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- Season 2 Overview
  Air Date: September 29, 2002
Season 1

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- Season 1 Overview
  Air Date: September 30, 2001