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There are a lot of fascinating characters inMcMillions, the six-part HBO docuseries about theMcDonalds Monopoly scam.
These and other figures inMcMillions,which came to a close Monday night, are fascinating characters.
What kind of person talks about having their own funmeter?
Special Agent Doug has become a source of fascination for many during the six weeks thatMcMillionshas been airing.
Uproxxdubbed himthe best character on TV right now.
At least one person on Redditthinkshes a star in the making.
No offense to Wahlberg, but I think Matthew McConaughey could do Special Agent Doug some justice.
The first thing that stands out about Special Agent Doug is that hes shameless, but generally harmless.
His response to getting that gig: 1) Oh my God, really?
Sure, Special Agent Doug comes across as a cocky showboat.
The authority-flouting colorful rebel who surprises the suits by getting things done is a classic, beloved cultural character.
Bill Murray built his entire career on playing guys like that.
But Special Agent Doug is not a pure hero.
Of course, Special Agent Dougsayshe didnt do it.
The fact that he made such a Coen Brothers movie-style blunder only makes the guy more hilarious.
My tolerance for this guy should be minimal at best.
I see white men lying all day and every day when I watch the news.
I get my fill of cocky blowhards running their mouths every time I flip on ESPN during a weekday.
What makes Special Agent Doug so, well, special?
He actually does seem to be good at his job, the fax incident aside.
Without him, the McDonalds Monopoly investigation would never have broken open as widely as it did.
Still, he cracked into a major fraud operation, thanks to his persistence and unconventional methods.
Special Agent Doug tells this particular story in a way that is very entertaining.
Its really as simple as that: Special Agent Doug is always looking for a fun ride.
He knows exactly how to take us on one, too.
