What is Jean-Claude Van Johnson about?

‘Jean-Claude Van Johnson’ is an action comedy-drama series that stars Jean-Claude Van Damme, who plays a dramatized version of himself. In a narrative twist, Van Damme's successful career in martial arts and films is revealed to be a front for his real job as 'Jean-Claude Van Johnson', a top-level undercover private contractor. After a period of retirement, Jean-Claude experiences a personal crisis that leads him back into the espionage world following a run-in with his lost love, Vanessa, also his former handler. As the series unfolds, viewers are taken on a journey that blurs the lines between Van Damme's action-packed on-screen persona and the absurd yet dangerous espionage missions he undertakes. Throughout the show, the central character balances the double life of a martial arts film star and a covert operative, entwined with themes of romance, self-discovery, and action. The show combines humor, action sequences, and a self-referential narrative, creating a unique television experience that pays homage to Van Damme's cinematic legacy while offering a fresh take on spy genre tropes. Supporting characters, including his personal assistant and a weapons master, also have hidden depths, as they are revealed to be expert operatives themselves. Despite its blend of genres and Van Damme's cult following, the series was canceled after one season.

The first episode of Jean-Claude Van Johnson aired on August 19, 2016 and the most recent episode to air was on December 14, 2017.