Betrayal

A tense, cerebral spy drama that feels grounded and quietly gripping, with a middle-aged protagonist navigating shifting loyalties.

Created by

Julian Jarrold

Genres

Crime, Mystery

Starring

Shaun Evans, Romola Garai, Matthew Luke Brady

Overview

John Hughes joined MI5 during the war on terror and was at the forefront of averting the biggest terrorist plots on UK soil. Now in his mid 40s and married with two children he’s struggling to adapt to the new MI5, where threats to national security have changed and he’s forced to adapt to the values of a progressive work environment.

How it feels

Tense, melancholic, cynical and earnest. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Betrayal, identity, loyalty, politics

Content

Mild violence, gore, sexual content and language.

Note

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

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