Daniel Sousa in Agent Carter: The Agent Who Sees Peggy

Daniel Sousa is one of the show's most thoughtful characters. Played by Enver Gjokaj, he is an SSR agent, a war veteran, and a colleague who recognizes Peggy Carter's abilities when many others do not.

Who is Sousa?

Sousa is a veteran who was injured in the war and walks with a crutch. In an office that values toughness in narrow ways, he has learned to prove himself through intelligence and persistence. He is observant, honest, and willing to question easy answers.

The SSR outsider

Though Sousa is part of the SSR, he is not always treated as an equal. Colleagues sometimes dismiss him because of his injury, which gives him a quiet understanding of what Peggy faces. That shared experience creates a bond between them that grows over the series.

His relationship with Peggy

Sousa notices Peggy's skill and treats her as a professional. He also becomes more than a coworker, and the show lets that relationship develop gradually rather than rushing it. Their scenes together are among the series' most grounded, as they trade respect, humor, and moments of real vulnerability.

Sousa in Season 2

In Season 2, Sousa takes on greater responsibility, leading the SSR's Los Angeles office. The promotion shows how far he has come, and it gives him new challenges: managing a team, handling political pressure, and balancing his duty with his feelings. Our Season 2 review covers how this plays out.

Why viewers like him

Sousa is a kind, capable man who does not need to be loud to be effective. He also provides a more accurate picture of postwar America, where veterans returned with physical and emotional injuries. His presence adds depth to the SSR office and to the show's themes.

More about the SSR

To learn more about the organization he serves, read our explainer on the SSR. For the full list of characters, visit the characters page.