Nikita is an American television series developed by Craig Silverstein and produced by the CW network. It is a reboot of the 1997 film La Femme Nikita and its 2001 TV adaptation. The series stars Maggie Q as Nikita Mears, a highly skilled operative trained by a secret government agency.

The show follows Nikita Mears (Maggie Q), a former assassin who escapes from a covert government organization known as Division. This organization recruits and trains young criminals to become spies and assassins, often using them for covert missions. After escaping Division, Nikita is determined to expose the organization’s illegal activities and take it down from the outside.

Throughout the series, Nikita works to dismantle Division’s operations while being pursued by the agency’s agents, including her former ally Michael (Shane West), who is now a Division operative. As she battles against her former handlers and attempts to protect those who might be targeted by Division, Nikita must navigate a web of deception, danger, and betrayal.

Nikita is noted for its action-packed sequences, espionage-driven plotlines, and strong performances, particularly from Maggie Q. The show blends elements of thriller, drama, and action, offering viewers a mix of intense combat scenes, political intrigue, and personal drama. The series explores themes of redemption, loyalty, and the consequences of living a life as an operative for a secretive and manipulative organization.

The show ran for four seasons from 2010 to 2013, and it was well-received for its engaging storylines and stylish execution, making it a notable entry in the genre of action and espionage television.