Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy

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7 total episodes

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1 seasons

One of Britain's master spies is working for the enemy. Can George Smiley beat him at his deadly game?

First Aired September 10, 1979

Overview

George Smiley, the aging master spy of the Cold War and once heir apparent to Control, is brought back out of retirement to flush out a top level mole within the Circus. Smiley must travel back through his life and murky workings of the Circus to unravel the net spun by his nemesis Karla 'The Sandman' of the KGB and reveal the identity of the mole before he disappears.

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How It All Fits Together

Season 1 - Episode 4 - 1h 50m

Air Date

October 01, 1979

Overview

Ricki Tarr becomes unstable and George Smiley must examine his past to find answers. He must examine his personal life as well as his past with the Circus, especially in regard to Control. He also reflects on his meeting with Karla, 'The Sandman'.