The Americans is incredibly amazing, but an uncomfortable show to watch. Taps into all our fears & insecurities about relationships, sexuality, race, culture, nationalism, etc. Living a double life works as a metaphor for everything. Plus it is a period piece that takes place in the 80s so if that era encompassed your formative years, this show will be a treat. Lots of sexual situations (you’re not seeing a lot, but it is still pretty explicit), violence, tension, etc. so walk away if you have a weak heart.