Archer (2009) poster

Archer (2009)

TV series · Comedy, Action & Adventure, Animation

Funny22 min episodes14 seasons · 140 epsEndedTV-MACommon Sense 15+In English, Spanish and German2009
IMDb8.6· 174,903 votesRT91%RT audience84%Metascore79Trakt83%TMDB7.9On 3 watchlists here

Stream itif you enjoy rapid-fire wit, cynical office politics, and subverting every classic spy movie trope.

A sharp-tongued, fast-paced animated parody of the spy genre that relies on rapid-fire insults and cynical office politics. It is highly bingeable due to its short episodes and relentless commitment to its characters' terrible behavior.

What it is about

Smart-mouthed superspy Sterling Archer and his dysfunctional team of secret agents turn dangerous missions into messy misadventures around the globe.

Trailer

What Archer is like, and who it is for

What it is like to watch

Watching this is a high-octane assault of verbal sparring and visual gags, set against a mid-century modern aesthetic that refuses to commit to a specific decade. The pace is breathless; dialogue often overlaps or transitions seamlessly between unrelated scenes through clever wordplay. It balances genuine action stakes with an absurdist commitment to the incredible pettiness of its lead characters.

Who it is for, and who should skip it

This is for those who appreciate dark, irreverent humour and protagonists who are unapologetically narcissistic. It is less suited for anyone seeking sincere heroics or those who find constant bickering and alcohol-fuelled hijinks exhausting. One honest caveat is that the middle seasons experimental genre shifts can feel jarring for those who prefer the original secret agency premise.

The right evening for it

It suits a casual evening when you want sharp, low-stakes entertainment that rewards close listening. It is ideal for watching in short, twenty-minute bursts or a long, cynical binge.

Written by our AI from the facts on this page. It has opinions; it has not watched it.

Featurette

Featurette · Archer's Best Travel Hijinks

How Archer leaves you

One line on the mood it ends on, with no plot. Some people count that as a spoiler, so it stays hidden until you ask.

Stills

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Archer soundtrack

Music by J.G. Thirlwell

Archer Vol. 2 (Original Soundtrack) cover

Archer Vol. 2 (Original Soundtrack)

JG Thirlwell · 2026 · 43 tracks

Listen on Apple Music
  1. 1Archer Season Ten Theme
  2. 2Snowmo Attack
  3. 3Dinochomp
  4. 4Jazz Chase
  5. 5Phauni
  6. 6Sleigh Chase
  7. 7Tailor Jazz
  8. 8Air Vent
  9. 9Hull Breach
  10. 10Kitchen Jazz

Album and songs from Apple Music.

Awards

Awards and nominationsShow
  • Nominated: NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series · Aisha Tyler · 2014

From Wikidata, which can miss some.

Questions people ask

Is Archer a funny series?
Yes. On Watchlist Boosted it is tagged Funny. A sharp-tongued, fast-paced animated parody of the spy genre that relies on rapid-fire insults and cynical office politics. It is highly bingeable due to its short episodes and relentless commitment to its characters' terrible behavior.
How many seasons of Archer are there?
14 seasons and 140 episodes, at about 22 min an episode. It has finished, so you can watch the whole thing.
Where can I watch Archer in Canada?
In Canada, Archer is included with Prime Video (all plans), Netflix (all plans).
Where can I watch Archer in the UK?
In the UK, Archer is included with Netflix (all plans), Prime Video (all plans), Prime Video Free (free), MX Player (free).
Where can I watch Archer in the US?
In the US, Archer is included with Hulu, Tubi TV (free).
Who composed the music for Archer?
The music for Archer is by J.G. Thirlwell. The soundtrack album, Archer Vol. 2 (Original Soundtrack), has 43 tracks.
What songs are on the Archer soundtrack?
Archer Vol. 2 (Original Soundtrack) has 43 tracks, including “Archer Season Ten Theme”, “Snowmo Attack”, “Dinochomp”, “Jazz Chase” and “Phauni”, and more. It is on Apple Music.
Is Archer worth watching?
Stream it: if you enjoy rapid-fire wit, cynical office politics, and subverting every classic spy movie trope. IMDb users rate it 8.6 out of 10 from 174,903 votes and TMDB users 7.9.

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