Imposters (2017)
A darkly comic crime drama where a shape-shifting con artist meets her match when her heartbroken victims decide to fight back.
Imposters - Series Information
- Original Title: Imposters
- First Air Year: 2017
- Last Air Year: 2018
- Created by: Adam Brooks, Paul Adelstein
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Drama, Comedy, Mystery, Crime
- Content Rating (US): TV-14
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode (51 minutes)
- Number of Seasons: 2
- Number of Episodes: 20
- Status: Canceled
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: February 7, 2017 (United States - TV-14), February 7, 2017 (Canada - 14+), February 7, 2017 (Germany - 12), February 7, 2017 (France - 12), February 7, 2017 (India - U), February 7, 2017 (Brazil - 14), February 7, 2017 (Mexico - B-15), February 7, 2017 (Spain - 13)
- Networks: Bravo
- Alternative Titles: My So Called Wife (US), 王牌詐妻 (TW)
- Production Companies: UCP
- Production Countries: United States of America
Imposters - Plot
Maddie, a persona shifting con-artist who is as beautiful as she is dangerous, leaves her unwitting victims tormented when they realize they have been used and robbed of everything – including their hearts. But things get complicated when her former targets, Ezra, Richard, and Jules team up to track her down.
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Imposters - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Adam Brooks
- Paul Adelstein
Main Cast
- Rob Heaps
- Inbar Lavi
- Parker Young
- Marianne Rendón
- Stephen Bishop
- Brian Benben
- Katherine LaNasa
- Denise Dowse
- Ray Proscia
- Chastity Dotson
Writers
- Paul Adelstein
- Adam Brooks
- Andy Parker
- Kathy Greenberg
- Emily Cook
Imposters - FAQs
What makes Imposters different from other con artist shows?
Imposters flips the usual con artist formula by making the victims — not the grifter — the protagonists. Watching Ezra, Richard, and Jules transform from heartbroken marks into a scrappy revenge squad gives the show a uniquely comedic and emotionally resonant edge that sets it apart from slicker heist-driven series.
Is Imposters based on a true story?
Imposters is an original fictional creation by Adam Brooks and Paul Adelstein, not based on any single real-life case. That said, the premise draws on the very real phenomenon of romance fraud and identity manipulation, lending the story a grounded, unsettling plausibility beneath its darkly comic surface.
Where can you stream Imposters online?
Imposters is available to stream on YouTube TV. If you prefer to own the episodes, you can purchase them on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, or Fandango At Home. Availability may vary by region, so check your local platforms for the latest options.
Who plays Maddie in Imposters?
Israeli actress Inbar Lavi plays Maddie Jonson, the charismatic con artist at the heart of the series. Lavi brings remarkable range to the role, seamlessly inhabiting multiple personas across the show’s two seasons. Her performance was widely praised as the magnetic centerpiece that holds the entire series together.
How was Imposters received by critics and audiences?
Imposters earned strong reviews for its sharp writing, darkly comic tone, and Inbar Lavi’s standout performance. Critics appreciated its clever blend of crime thriller and romantic comedy elements. Audiences responded warmly too, making its cancellation after two seasons a genuine surprise and a source of frustration for devoted fans.
Why was Imposters cancelled after two seasons?
Bravo cancelled Imposters in 2018 after two seasons, citing viewership numbers that didn’t meet the network’s renewal threshold. The decision was widely lamented by fans and critics alike, as the show had built a loyal following and ended on story threads that left several narrative arcs unresolved.
Does Uma Thurman appear in Imposters?
Uma Thurman joins the cast in Season 2, playing Lenny Cohen, a formidable figure from Maddie’s criminal past. Her arrival significantly raises the stakes and adds a compelling new layer of menace to the story. Thurman’s guest arc was one of the most talked-about elements of the second season.
What shows are similar to Imposters?
If Imposters hooked you, try White Collar for slick con artistry, Why Women Kill for darkly comic domestic crime, or The Catch for a cat-and-mouse romantic thriller. Hustle and The Company You Keep offer similarly stylish grifter energy, while Search Party shares that same sharp, offbeat comedic sensibility.
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