Leverage
Leverage

Leverage

2012TV ShowEndedEnglish

A five-person team comprised of a thief, a grifter, a hacker, and a retrieval specialist, led by former insurance investigator Nathan Ford, use their skills to fight corporate and governmental injustices inflicted on ordinary citizens.

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IMDb8.2/10
Metacritic77/100
Google Users92%
Director: John Rogers (creator)Genres: Crime, Drama, Mystery, Action, Thriller

Plot Summary

A team of elite thieves, hackers, and grifters use their unique skills to take down corrupt and powerful individuals and corporations who have wronged ordinary people. Led by a former insurance investigator seeking justice, the crew operates outside the law, meticulously planning and executing elaborate cons to help the helpless. Each episode presents a new target and a new scheme, showcasing the team's ingenuity and moral compass as they fight for the underdog.

Critical Reception

Leverage was generally well-received by critics and audiences alike for its clever plots, strong ensemble cast, and satisfying blend of humor and action. The show was praised for its procedural format, offering a 'Robin Hood' style of justice that resonated with viewers. Its consistent quality and engaging character dynamics contributed to a dedicated fanbase and positive reviews throughout its run.

What Reviewers Say

  • Engaging ensemble cast with strong chemistry.
  • Clever and satisfyingly intricate heist plots.
  • Offers a unique brand of justice for the underdog.

Google audience: Audiences loved Leverage for its fun, fast-paced storylines and the charismatic cast. Viewers appreciated the show's 'good guy' criminals who always seemed to win, providing a consistent source of entertainment and satisfaction. The show was often cited for its high rewatchability.

Fun Fact

The character of Nate Ford was originally conceived as a grieving father who lost his son due to his insurance company's negligence, but the character was changed to an insurance investigator seeking justice for his own company's betrayal.

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