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A Man on the Inside

«How he got here is kind of a mystery.»

Year
2024
Age rating
TV-14
Seasons
2 seasons · 16 episodes
Countries
United States of America, Chile
Genres
Comedy Crime
Production
Director
Michael Schur
Starring
Ted Danson, Mary Elizabeth Ellis, Lilah Richcreek Estrada, Mary Steenburgen

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About the series

Charles, a retired professor, takes on an unusual assignment from a private investigator: he goes undercover as a new resident at a retirement home to investigate a suspicious theft. As he settles into his new surroundings, Charles gets to know the residents and staff while quietly searching for clues. What begins as a straightforward investigation soon draws him into the complicated lives and secrets of the people around him.

Seasons & episodes

Season 1

2024 · 8 episodes

  1. Still from episode 1
    E01

    Tinker Tailor Older Spy

    21 Nov 2024 28 min

    Encouraged by his daughter to try something new, widower Charles Nieuwendyk answers an ad from a private eye seeking a mole at a retirement community.

  2. Still from episode 2
    E02

    The Man Who Knew Too Much About Bridges

    21 Nov 2024 29 min

    Charles charms his fellow residents at happy hour while finding his footing as a sleuth. But will a mysterious warning end the case before it even begins?

  3. Still from episode 3
    E03

    The Emily Always Rings Twice

    21 Nov 2024 28 min

    Charles has some explaining to do when Emily unexpectedly arrives in town — and another missing item lands him in Elliott's cranky crosshairs.

  4. Still from episode 4
    E04

    The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Painting Class

    21 Nov 2024 30 min

    Pacific View's group activities give Charles the perfect opportunity to narrow down his list of suspects, but his chumminess raises concerns for Julie.

  5. Still from episode 5
    E05

    Presents and Clear Danger

    21 Nov 2024 29 min

    While Julie uses a lavish gift as bait, Charles tries to connect with Gladys. Virginia encourages Florence to splurge on something she's always wanted.

  6. Still from episode 6
    E06

    Our Man in Sacramento

    21 Nov 2024 30 min

    As the Pacific View community reels from a sudden loss, Charles goes on an emotional journey with Emily. Didi weighs an intriguing offer from corporate.

  7. Still from episode 7
    E07

    From Russian Hill with Love

    21 Nov 2024 32 min

    On a tour of San Francisco's historic sites, Charles and Calbert bond while talking about the past, present and future. Didi and Julie lock horns.

  8. Still from episode 8
    E08

    The Spy Who Came In from the Cold

    21 Nov 2024 35 min

    When the pieces click into place, Charles faces the difficult task of revealing his true purpose at Pacific View. Emily helps him unpack the past.

Season 2

2025 · 8 episodes

  1. Still from episode 1
    E01

    Orientation

    20 Nov 2025 34 min

    When a college president's secrets fall into the wrong hands, Charles poses as a visiting lecturer on campus to sniff out an anonymous blackmailer.

  2. Still from episode 2
    E02

    Major Declaration

    20 Nov 2025 31 min

    While Julie enlists an unlikely expert to dig into new evidence, Charles finds himself on thin ice when his professional and personal lives intersect.

  3. Still from episode 3
    E03

    Family Weekend

    20 Nov 2025 32 min

    A briefing with Brad turns into a chaotic brainstorming session. Emily gets called in as backup when her dad has lingering doubts about Mona.

  4. Still from episode 4
    E04

    Spirit Week

    20 Nov 2025 32 min

    The blackmailer's pressure escalates, a new suspect emerges and a cherished school tradition forces Charles to navigate a glittering gauntlet.

  5. Still from episode 5
    E05

    Thanksgiving Break

    20 Nov 2025 33 min

    The Nieuwendyks' Thanksgiving dinner comes with a side of commotion as an overstuffed table and a pie-related crisis test everyone's holiday spirit.

  6. Still from episode 6
    E06

    Extracurriculars

    20 Nov 2025 31 min

    Out of leads, Charles and Julie wonder if they've been searching in the wrong direction all along. Work takes a backseat when Mona and Emily play hooky.

  7. Still from episode 7
    E07

    Group Project

    20 Nov 2025 37 min

    Charles turns a class reunion into a high-stakes heist, complete with code names, sleight-of-hand and a crew of operatives with more heart than skill.

  8. Still from episode 8
    E08

    Final Exams

    20 Nov 2025 39 min

    As the final puzzle pieces of the Wheeler case fall into place, new doors open for everyone — detectives and suspects alike.

Questions and answers

How many seasons and episodes does “A Man on the Inside” have?

2 seasons, 16 episodes.

When did “A Man on the Inside” premiere?

Premiere: 21 November 2024.

Where can I watch “A Man on the Inside”?

Available online on: Netflix.

Who stars in “A Man on the Inside”?

Starring: Ted Danson, Mary Elizabeth Ellis, Lilah Richcreek Estrada, Mary Steenburgen.

What age rating does “A Man on the Inside” have?

Age rating: TV-14.

Who directed “A Man on the Inside”?

Director: Michael Schur.

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