A Perfect Spy 1987
What is A Perfect Spy?
A Perfect Spy is a television series first released in 1987. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1987
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 7
- Runtime
- 53 minutes
- First aired
- Nov 4, 1987
- Networks
- BBC Two
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 7 episodes and an average 53-minute runtime.
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Overview
A Perfect Spy is a television series first released in 1987. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by BBC Two. Current status: Ended. Spans 1 seasons and 7 tracked episodes.
Should you watch it?
“A British spy’s life unfolds from schoolboy to enigmatic disappearance.”
- Rich character study of a spy
- Acclaimed with Emmy and BAFTA nominations
- Well-received, 74% rating on Kinobox
- The series reflects 1980s production values, which may feel dated to some viewers
Watch it if you enjoy character-driven espionage dramas that trace a spy’s personal history.
The series contains mature espionage themes and is intended for adult viewers.
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Who created the series?
It was created by Arthur Hopcraft and John le Carré.
When was the series first released?
The series aired in 1987.
What awards was it nominated for?
It was nominated for the 1988 Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Miniseries and the BAFTA for Best Drama Series.
What is the main focus of the story?
It follows the life of British MI6 operative Magnus Pym from his school days to his mysterious disappearance.
What genre does the series belong to?
It is a drama series centered on espionage.
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