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Sleeper Cell is an American drama series that premiered in 2005 and focused on a group of seemingly ordinary individuals involved in terrorist activities. The show utilized a unique broadcast strategy, airing entire seasons consecutively over a short period. It received an Emmy nomination for its miniseries format and has been re-run on the Showcase channel.
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Who is undercover in Sleeper Cell?
Michael Ealy plays Darwyn Al-Sayeed, an FBI agent working undercover inside a terrorist cell in Los Angeles. Oded Fehr plays Farik, the cell's leader, which gives the first season its central cat-and-mouse tension.
How many seasons of Sleeper Cell were made?
Sleeper Cell ran for 2 seasons on Showtime from 2005 to 2006. The second season was titled Sleeper Cell: American Terror, and the whole series totals 18 episodes.
Why did Sleeper Cell air on consecutive nights?
Showtime used an unusual event-style rollout, airing each season across a short span rather than stretching episodes over months. That made the 10-episode first season and 8-episode second season feel closer to miniseries events.
Was Sleeper Cell recognized by the Emmys?
Yes, Sleeper Cell received Emmy attention in the Outstanding Miniseries category. Its subject matter was especially pointed because the first season premiered in December 2005, during the post-9/11 era of terrorism dramas.
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