The Unit (2006–2009) is an American action-drama television series created by David Mamet, inspired by Eric L. Haney’s book Inside Delta Force. The show follows an elite U.S. Army special operations team known simply as “The Unit,” which conducts covert missions around the world to protect national security. These highly trained soldiers, led by Jonas Blane (played by Dennis Haysbert), carry out dangerous and top-secret operations that range from hostage rescues to intelligence gathering, while keeping their activities hidden from the public and even their families.

The series also focuses on the personal lives of the soldiers’ wives, who must cope with the secrecy, danger, and constant uncertainty that come with their husbands’ high-risk jobs. The show explores the balance between duty, honor, and family, offering both intense action sequences and emotional, character-driven stories.

The Unit is praised for its realistic depiction of military life, the bond between soldiers, and the challenges faced by their loved ones. It combines thrilling military operations with the personal struggles of maintaining relationships under extreme circumstances, making it a gripping and layered drama.