Rob
This is a really cool concept. A super spy partnering up with a run-of-the-mill civilian has been done umpteen times before, but here things are a little different as they are one in the same person. An alter-ego concept where the civilian ...
My Own Worst Enemy
2008TV ShowCanceled1 SeasonEnglish
My Own Worst Enemy is an American television drama that aired on NBC in 2008. It premiered on October 13 and ended on December 15 after 9 episodes. The series was produced by Universal Media Studios. Jason Smilovic was the executive producer; David Semel was the director and executive producer. The final episode ended with a cliff-hanger, and the major plot lines ended without resolution. The series followed the life of American secret agent Edward Albright and his cover, Henry Spivey, who had no knowledge of his double life. Albright, played by Christian Slater, was implanted with a chip allowing his handlers to physically switch Albright's personality to that of his cover. However, in the pilot episode, there was a malfunction which caused Albright's personalities to switch at random, revealing his secret life to his alias. Henry was then thrown into the highly dangerous life of Edward, with no real way for the two to communicate except through short cell phone video messages.
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IMDb6.2/10
Metacritic52/100
Google Users67%
Director: Jason Katims•Genres: Drama, Action
Plot Summary
The series follows Edward Adler, a successful architect who discovers he has a split personality that emerges when he's under stress. This alter ego, 'Jack', is a resourceful and dangerous individual who forces Edward to confront a past he doesn't remember. As Edward struggles to regain control, he uncovers a conspiracy involving his own life and the people around him.
Critical Reception
My Own Worst Enemy premiered to mixed reviews, with critics acknowledging Christian Slater's return to television but finding the premise convoluted and the action sequences uneven. The show struggled to find a consistent audience, leading to its cancellation after only nine episodes.
What Reviewers Say
- Christian Slater's performance was often cited as a highlight, bringing intensity to the dual role.
- The plot was frequently described as confusing and overstuffed, making it difficult to follow.
- The action sequences were inconsistent, with some being effective while others felt derivative.
Google audience: Audiences seemed divided, with some appreciating the intriguing premise and Slater's performance, while others found the storyline too convoluted and the overall execution lacking.
Fun Fact
The series was originally conceived as a vehicle for actor David Boreanaz before Christian Slater was cast.
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