Nikita (2010)

Synopsis

Nikita will stop at nothing to expose and destroy Division, the secret U.S. agency who trained her as a spy and assassin.

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Where to watch

Stream

• Howdy Amazon Channel

Buy

• Amazon Video
• Apple TV Store
• Google Play Movies
• Fandango At Home

Streaming availability via JustWatch

Cast

• Maggie Q as Nikita Meers
• Shane West as Michael Bishop
• Lyndsy Fonseca as Alex Udinov
• Aaron Stanford as Seymour Birkhoff
• Melinda Clarke as Helen "Amanda" Collins
• Dillon Casey as Sean Pierce
• Xander Berkeley as Percy Rose
• Lyndie Greenwood as Sonya
• Noah Bean as Ryan Fletcher
• Devon Sawa as Owen Elliot

If you liked Nikita, try

• 24
• Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
• Spooks
• The Unit
• The Equalizer
• Strike Back
• Citadel
• Masters of the Air

BingeNext's take

If you’re into fast-paced dramas with plenty of action, Nikita is a solid pick to binge. The show follows Nikita, played by Maggie Q, as she takes on a secret U.S. agency that trained her to be a spy and assassin, so there’s a lot of tension and high-stakes missions throughout its four seasons. With 73 episodes, each about 42 minutes long, it’s perfect if you want a series that keeps you hooked but isn’t overwhelming. The cast, including Shane West and Lyndsy Fonseca, brings a lot of depth to the characters, making the story feel personal as well as thrilling. Fans of shows like 24 or Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. will likely enjoy the mix of drama and adventure here. Watching Nikita feels like jumping into a world where every move counts and trust is hard to come by, which makes it a gripping watch for anyone who loves spy stories with a strong lead.