Smiley's People

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George Smiley comes out of retirement to come to the aid of the 'Circus'

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Series 1

Episode 1

What is the connection between Maria Ostrakova, a Russian exile living in Paris, and the brutal murder in London of General Vladimir, an émigré Soviet General and former British agent?

Episode 2

After Vladimir's death, Smiley makes inquiries among a number of Russian exiles in London, and uncovers the negative of an astonishing photograph.

Episode 3

Smiley finds out that his nemesis, the dreaded Soviet spymaster Karla, is harbouring a deep secret involving his personal life. In Hamburg he tries to track down Vladimir's assistant, Otto Leipzig.

Episode 4

Smiley gets into trouble with his superiors whilst in Hamburg, but he leaves the city with valuable information. He now needs to get Maria Ostrakova to safety.

Episode 5

Otto Leipzig is dead, but after Kirov's confession the trail becomes clearer, and Smiley finds himself travelling to Switzerland.

Episode 6

With information gained from Russian ambassador Grigoriev and a meeting with the elusive Alexandra, the scene is set for Smiley's final confrontation with his arch enemy, Karla.