Burn Notice
Spies on the outs, voiceover tradecraft, and Miami heat.
USA action comfort food with a serialized burn mystery underneath.
Why it matters
Episode guide
111 episodes across 7 seasons — titles, air dates, and synopses.
At a glance
A burned spy stuck in Miami takes odd jobs while hunting who ruined his career. How-to-spy voiceover as weekly candy.
Network & studio
- USA Network — cable network
Why watch now
Watch for the cultural DNA of the 2000s — and the star power that made living rooms feel like red carpets.
Cultural impact
USA action comfort food with a serialized burn mystery underneath.
Gossip hook. Jeffrey Donovan's deadpan and the Fiona/Michael will-they engine.
Creators
Matt Nix
Key cast
- Jeffrey Donovan as Michael Westen
- Gabrielle Anwar as Fiona Glenanne
- Bruce Campbell as Sam Axe
- Sharon Gless as Madelaine Westen
- Coby Bell as Jesse Porter
Flash facts
- Bruce Campbell became a cable favorite as Sam Axe.
- Blend of standalone missions and mythology.
- Embodied USA's blue-sky action brand.
FAQ
What network aired Burn Notice?
Burn Notice is associated with USA (2007–2013).
Why is Burn Notice in the TV Flash top 100 for the 2000s?
USA action comfort food with a serialized burn mystery underneath.
Who are the key names behind Burn Notice?
Creators and principals include Matt Nix.
Official & further reading
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