One of the biggest draws is sure to be Bryan Cranston, of Breaking Bad fame, who plays Jack Power. Unfortunately, the show requires him to play straight man versus the zany handlers, limiting his comedic potential. The notable exception is my favorite episode, episode 6, where he goofs off in front of a web camera unaware that he's being broadcast.
The chemistry between the actors seems strong, but the writing could be a bit more original. The political humor comes from subjects like sex scandals, bribes, and slips of the tongue. While not innately a negative, it would have been nice if the series had explored these subjects with a little more nuance or creativity.
Watch The Handlers.
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