---
title: "TURN: Washington's Spies"
year: 2014
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/turn-washington-s-spies-2014"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 57276
imdb_id: "tt2543328"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 4
episodes_count: 40
community_rating: 7.1
vote_count: 243
content_rating: "TV-14"
---

# TURN: Washington's Spies (2014) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/turn-washington-s-spies-2014

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

"TURN: Washington's Spies" is a television series that premiered in 2014. The show is set in a historical context, specifically during America's fight for independence. The series follows the story of a New York farmer, who bands together with a group of childhood friends to form an unlikely group of spies. This group, known as The Culper Ring, plays a significant role in the fight for independence. The Culper Ring is an actual group of spies who operated during the American Revolutionary War, and their activities are the basis for the show's storyline. The series focuses on the formation and operations of this group, highlighting their contributions to the war effort. The show explores the lives of these ordinary individuals who took on extraordinary roles in shaping the course of American history.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A New York farmer and childhood friends form an unlikely group of spies."

### Why Watch
- follows a group of childhood friends forming an unlikely spy ring
- explores espionage during America's fight for independence

### Caveats & Content Note
- the first season received mixed reviews
- Tone & Suitability: The series carries a tv-14 rating.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: war, politics, drama

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Philo, AMC Plus Apple TV Channel, AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC+ Roku Premium Channel, AMC+, YouTube TV, Spectrum On Demand, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | The Roku Channel | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | ITVX Premium | ITVX | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC+, AMC Plus Apple TV Channel | AMC Plus Apple TV Channel | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | AMC+, AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC Plus Apple TV Channel | Amazon Prime Video, AMC Plus Apple TV Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |

## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 40
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 13 (33%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 27 (68%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Creative Credits

- **Created by**: Craig Silverstein
- **Networks / Studios**: AMC

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Jamie Bell** as *Abraham Woodhull*
- **Seth Numrich** as *Ben Talmadge*
- **Heather Lind** as *Anna Strong*
- **Meegan Warner** as *Mary Woodhull*
- **Burn Gorman** as *Major Hewlett*
- **Samuel Roukin** as *Lt. John Simcoe*
- **Daniel Henshall** as *Lieutenant Caleb Brewster*
- **Kevin McNally** as *Judge Richard Woodhull*
- **Angus Macfadyen** as *Robert Rogers*
- **JJ Feild** as *Major John Andre*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the premise of the show?
A New York farmer named Abe Woodhull bands together with childhood friends to form a group of spies.

### Q: What is the group of spies called?
They form The Culper Ring.

### Q: What historical event is the background for the show?
The show is set during America's fight for independence and the Revolutionary War.

### Q: Where does Abe Woodhull live?
He is a New York and Long Island farmer.

### Q: How was the first season received?
The first season received mixed reviews.

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*