The Sympathizer
The Sympathizer is a genre-blending television series that delves into the tumultuous period surrounding the Vietnam War's climax and its aftermath. The narrative focuses on the life of a half-French, half-Vietnamese communist secret agent, entangled in espionage while grappling with his identity and dual allegiances during his resettlement in the United States.
StatusEnded
First airedApr 14, 2024
Last airedMay 26, 2024
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Daily Popularity History
Daily Buzz Score for The Sympathizer
Rankings & History
The Sympathizer
Peak Buzz Score
#757
11.1 Buzz Score · Apr 14 – May 13, 2024
1-Year Buzz Score
#1,314
0.5 Buzz Score · 365-day avg
HBO
#65
On July 7, 2026
Drama
#823
On July 7, 2026
War & Politics
#29
On July 7, 2026
Days at #1
0
Past 365 days
Days in Top 10
0
Past 365 days
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Seasons
Average Buzz Score by season
First 30 days after each season premiere
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Season
Avg Buzz
1
The Sympathizer
11.1
#100+
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Top Cast
By Buzz Score on July 7, 2026
1
Robert Downey Jr.
Claude / Professor Hammer / Ned Godwin / Niko Damianos / Priest
4.9
2
David Duchovny
Thespian / Ryan Glenn
2.6
3
Sandra Oh
Sofia Mori
1.6
4
John Cho
James Yoon
1.3
5
Viet Thanh Nguyen
Photographer
0.2
6
Kieu Chinh
Crapulent Major's Mother
0.1
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