“FUBAR” isn’t part of the “True Lies” franchise, but the series is clearly a homage to the movie. As previously mentioned, they both center around a spy who’s been lying about his true profession to his family. “FUBAR,” however, primarily focuses on the main character’s relationship with his daughter, Emma Brunner (Monica Barbaro), who also happens to be a secret spy, as opposed to a husband-wife dynamic.
The similarities don’t end with the thematic elements, though, as “True Lies” and “FUBAR” also share some cast members. Tom Arnold, who portrays Harry Tasker’s sidekick, Albert Gibson, in “True Lies” has a small role on the Netflix series, playing an old friend of the Brunner family. It’s a nice touch that confirms the creators of “FUBAR” had the film in mind when they made this series.
Maybe this isn’t the “True Lies” sequel that action fans have wanted to see since 1994; however, “FUBAR” hangs out in the same wheelhouse as James Cameron’s action classic. Interestingly, Netflix released “FUBAR” the same month that Season 1 of CBS’ “True Lies” wrapped up, but it remains to be seen which show enjoys the most success.
