The Middleman (2008)

S1E1 The Pilot Episode Sanction

While working as a temp at a lab, Wendy Watson finds herself caught in the chaos of a failed scientific experiment. Just when things seem dire, the Middleman, a superhero reminiscent of comic book legends, arrives to rescue her. Amazed by Wendy's bravery in the face of peril, he sees potential in her and decides to invite her to join his covert team dedicated to fighting crime.