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In the midst of an international crisis, career diplomat Kate Wyler ends up in a high-profile job she’s ill-suited for, with tectonic effects on her marriage and political future. The producers convinced both the American and British governments to allow them to use real locations as filming locations for the series, including the fledgling American embassy (at Nine Elms), which opened in 2018.
The only available location was Winfield House, the actual residence of the US ambassador
The UK allowed filming to take place in the Foreign Secretary’s office, a rare honor for a film or television production, especially an American one. While it is true that the series has the largest residential property (11 acres) in London, next to Buckingham Palace, the producers used a country house outside the city for filming, which was seen at the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards (2024).
Keri Russell’s performance here is a revelation
Her portrayal of career American diplomat Kate Wyler is a captivating blend of strength, humor, intelligence, vulnerability, and, oh my, sexiness. “The Diplomat” deftly caricatures the realm of international diplomacy and its inhabitants.
Now all Netflix needs to do is release Season 2 and then let Russell and Co
And while the world hasn’t yet fallen for the plot’s inventiveness, thanks to a wonderfully talented and diverse cast, it’s easy to believe that most governments are taken over by people who never emotionally escaped high school. This series looks good, sounds good, feels good – it’s incredibly entertaining and intelligent entertainment for adults.