This is the basic premise of this new series from Mike Meyers: For centuries 5 men (4 played by Mike Meyers) have been working to influence world events for the greater good. A Canadian journalist (also played by Meyers) finds himself trying to expose the truth. Meyers plays a total 7 characters. The first ep roars out of the gate with non-stop zany comedy. Unfortunately, the subsequent chapters become more about Meyers doing his characters, none of whom are especially amusing. There are plenty of smart cultural references, including some enjoyable guest stars like Rob Lowe, Maria Menounos and a heavily-disguised Jennifer Saunders (I only recognized her from her voice). Even the title sequence voiced by Jeremy Irons goes meta (and can’t be skipped). There are funny moments and a few surprises sprinkled throughout, but Meyers’ self-indulgence gets in the way of creating his next great franchise.(Six 30-minute episodes) 
(2.5 / 5)
