Night Agent Season 3: Peter's Moral Compass Tested

Netflix's "The Night Agent" returns for its third season, delving deeper into the character of Peter Sutherland, portrayed by Gabriel Basso. The current mission involves Peter protecting Jay Batra, a financial analyst accused of murder after discovering sensitive government information.

Peter's resolve is tested as the FBI proposes using Jay to capture "The Broker." However, Peter is adamant that Jay should retain his free will, a principle he believes is essential, even if it carries risks. Basso explains that this stance stems from Peter understanding the psychological toll of having choices removed.

Season 3 also introduces "The Father," an assassin with a complex personal life. A key scene sees "The Father" interrogating Peter under the influence of sodium thiopental, forcing Peter to confront deeply personal questions. Basso notes that this scene aimed to uncover Peter's core motivations beyond saving individuals.

Gabriel Basso emphasizes that Peter is driven by a profound sense of accountability and guilt over his past actions as a Night Agent. He argues that this sense of responsibility, though perhaps unhealthy, is what the world currently lacks, reflecting a principle of bearing the weight of one's decisions.