

The Middleman
2008-06-16 · 60 min / episode · ★ 7.7
Struggling female artist Wendy Watson, recruited by a secret agency, struggles to wrap her head around her bizarre new job -- fighting dangers humanity isn't prepared to face -- under the guidance of a handsome and relentlessly wholesome hero who calls himself "The Middleman" in this tongue-in-cheek adventure series.
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- Creators
- Les McClaine, Javier Grillo-Marxuach
- Production companies
- ProdCo, Grillo-Marxuach Design Bureau
- Countries
- Unavailable
- Status
- Canceled
Top Cast
Matt KeeslarThe Middleman
Natalie MoralesWendy Watson
Brit MorganLacey Thornfield
Mary Pat GleasonIda
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