Archer (2009)

The world's most self-absorbed secret agent stumbles through espionage, office politics, and personal chaos in this sharp, irreverent adult animated comedy.

Archer - Series Information

  • Original Title: Archer
  • First Air Year: 2009
  • Last Air Year: 2023
  • Created by: Adam Reed
  • Type: TV Series
  • Genres: Comedy, Action, Adventure, Animation
  • Content Rating (US): TV-MA
  • Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode (22 minutes)
  • Number of Seasons: 14
  • Number of Episodes: 140
  • Status: Ended
  • Original Language: English
  • Spoken Languages: English
  • First Air Date: September 17, 2009 (United States - TV-MA), September 17, 2009 (Canada - 18+), September 17, 2009 (United Kingdom - 18), September 17, 2009 (Germany - 18), September 17, 2009 (France - 12), September 17, 2009 (Australia - MA 15+), September 17, 2009 (Brazil - 18), September 17, 2009 (Spain - 18), September 17, 2009 (South Korea - 19)
  • Networks: FX, FXX
  • Alternative Titles: Archer: Dreamland (US), 间谍亚契 (CN)
  • Production Companies: Radical Axis, Floyd County Productions, FX Productions
  • Production Countries: United States of America

Archer - Plot

Sterling Archer is the world's most daunting spy. He works for ISIS, a spy agency run by his mother. In between dealing with his boss and his co-workers - one of whom is his ex-girlfriend - Archer manages to annoy or seduce everyone that crosses his path. His antics are only excusable because at the end of the day, he still somehow always manages to thwart whatever crises was threatening mankind.

Archer - Trailer

Watch the official trailer and get a taste of Sterling Archer's spectacularly chaotic spy career:

Spy life is the high life.

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Archer - Cast & Crew

Creator(s)

  • Adam Reed

Main Cast

  • H. Jon Benjamin
  • Judy Greer
  • Amber Nash
  • Chris Parnell
  • Aisha Tyler
  • Lucky Yates
  • Jessica Walter
  • Adam Reed
  • Dave Willis
  • George Coe

Writers

  • Adam Reed
  • Mark Ganek
  • Matt Roller
  • Asha Michelle Wilson
  • Shane Kosakowski

Executive Producers

  • Adam Reed
  • Matt Thompson

Archer - FAQs

Where can you stream Archer online?

Archer is available to stream on Hulu with a subscription. It can also be purchased or rented on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. Free ad-supported streaming is available on Tubi TV, making it accessible without a paid subscription.

Why did Archer end after Season 14?

FX cancelled Archer after its fourteenth season, which aired in 2023. The network chose not to renew the series, bringing a 14-year run to a close. Creator Adam Reed and the production team wrapped the story deliberately, giving the long-running animated comedy a proper conclusion after 140 episodes.

What is Archer the animated series about?

Archer follows Sterling Archer, a narcissistic and wildly incompetent yet somehow effective secret agent working at ISIS, a spy agency run by his own mother. The show blends sharp workplace comedy with espionage parody, dark humor, and rapid-fire pop culture references, all delivered through a brilliantly dysfunctional ensemble cast.

Who are the main voice actors in Archer?

The main voice cast includes H. Jon Benjamin as Sterling Archer, Jessica Walter as Malory Archer, Aisha Tyler as Lana Kane, Chris Parnell as Cyril Figgis, Amber Nash as Pam Poovey, Judy Greer as Cheryl Tunt, Lucky Yates as Dr. Krieger, and Adam Reed as Ray Gillette.

How many seasons and episodes does Archer have?

Archer ran for 14 seasons and 140 episodes from 2009 to 2023. Notable themed seasons include Season 5: Vice, Season 8: Dreamland, Season 9: Danger Island, and Season 10: 1999. A specials season (Season 0) contains an additional 33 episodes, bringing the total catalog even higher.

What is the content rating for Archer?

Archer is rated TV-MA in the United States, indicating it is intended for mature audiences only. The series contains strong language, adult humor, sexual content, and violence. Viewer discretion is strongly advised, and the show is not suitable for children or younger teenagers.

Did Archer win any major awards?

Archer earned multiple Annie Award nominations for outstanding achievement in animated television and received widespread critical praise throughout its run. The show was frequently cited among the best animated comedies on television, with H. Jon Benjamin's voice performance as Sterling Archer earning particular recognition from critics and audiences alike.

What shows are similar to Archer?

Fans of Archer often enjoy Bob's Burgers for its witty animated humor, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia for its irreverent ensemble comedy, and Community for its rapid-fire pop culture references. Frisky Dingo, an earlier Adam Reed creation, shares Archer's absurdist spy-comedy sensibility and is considered a spiritual predecessor.

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