The Spy 2019
What is The Spy?
"The Spy" is a television series that explores the life of an Israeli secret agent. The show is set in the 1960s and focuses on the agent's undercover work.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2019
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 6
- Runtime
- 54 minutes
- First aired
- Sep 6, 2019
- Last aired
- Sep 6, 2019
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- BE, HU, MA, GB, US
- Networks
- Netflix
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
Where to watch
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How long to binge?
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Overview
"The Spy" is a television series that explores the life of an Israeli secret agent. The show is set in the 1960s and focuses on the agent's undercover work. The series is centered around a perilous, long-term mission undertaken by the agent for Mossad, Israel's national intelligence agency. The agent, a former clerk, goes deep undercover inside Syria. The series delves into the complexities and challenges of the agent's mission, providing a detailed look at the agent's experiences.
Should you watch it?
“An Israeli clerk becomes a daring Mossad spy deep inside 1960s Syria.”
- Gripping undercover espionage narrative
- Authentic 1960s setting
- Pacing may feel slow for viewers seeking nonstop action
Watch it if you enjoy tense historical spy dramas.
The series contains mature themes and political intrigue, making it suitable for adult audiences.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 6 episodes
- E1 The Immigrant Sep 6, 2019
- E2 What's New, Buenos Aires? Sep 6, 2019
- E3 Alone in Damascus Sep 6, 2019
- E4 The Odd Couples Sep 6, 2019
- E5 Fish Gotta Swim Sep 6, 2019
- E6 Home Sep 6, 2019
Frequently asked questions
Who is the main character?
The series follows Eli Cohen, an Israeli clerk who becomes a secret agent.
When does the story take place?
It is set during the 1960s.
What is Eli Cohen’s mission?
He goes deep undercover inside Syria to spy for Mossad.
Is the series based on real events?
It dramatizes the true story of Israeli spy Eli Cohen.
What content rating does the series have?
It is rated TV-MA, indicating mature content.