The Assassin

A tense, brooding thriller that keeps you on edge as a fractured mother-son bond plays out against a backdrop of danger and secrets.

Created by

Harry Williams, Jack Williams

Genres

Drama, Action & adventure

Starring

Keeley Hawes, Freddie Highmore, Gerald Kyd

Overview

Secluded on a remote Greek island, retired assassin Julie has a somewhat thorny reunion with her estranged son, Edward, visiting from England. Armed with questions around new information on his paternity, Edward battles to find the right time to speak to his frustratingly distant mother. But, when the moment finally presents itself, things take a deadly turn as Julie’s dangerous past catches up with her and they are forced to flee the island and go on the run together.

How it feels

Tense, dark and melancholic. Brisk and needs your attention.

About

Family, identity, betrayal, conspiracy

Content

Strong violence. Mild gore, sexual content and language.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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