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London Spy

“Who can you trust?”

Series Overview

A chance romance between two men from very different worlds, one from the headquarters of the Secret Intelligence Service, the other from a world of clubbing and youthful excess, leads into mystery after one of them suddenly disappears.

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedMiniseries
Original Network
BBC Two
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 5 Episodes

60 min per episode

Air Date Window

2015 – 2015

Premiered: Mon, Nov 9, 2015

Created By
Tom Rob SmithTom Rob Smith

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Mon, Dec 7, 2015

Season 1, Episode 5: “If This Is a Lie”

Danny finally discovers the shocking truth about what really happened to his lover.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.

London Spy: Launch Trailer - BBC TwoOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2015-10-27

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Jakob Verbruggen

Screenplay & Story

Tom Rob Smith

Original Score & Music

Keefus Ciancia, David Holmes

Director of Photography

Laurie Rose

Film Editing

Victoria Boydell

Producers

Guy Heeley, Tim Bevan, Hilary Salmon, Tom Rob Smith, Eric Fellner

Department Leadership Roster

Jakob Verbruggen

Jakob Verbruggen

Director

Tom Rob Smith

Tom Rob Smith

Writer

Victoria Boydell

Victoria Boydell

Editor

Laurie Rose

Laurie Rose

Director of Photography

Keefus Ciancia

Original Music Composer

David Holmes

Original Music Composer

Guy Heeley

Producer

Lisa Marie Hall

Production Design

Suzanne Cave

Costume Design

Ray De-Haan

Stunt Coordinator

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: TV-MA

TV-MA: Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)TV-MA

Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.

United Kingdom (BBFC)18

Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.

Germany (FSK)18

FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.

Australia (ACB)MA 15+
France (CNC)12

Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.

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Frequently Asked Questions About London Spy

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What is London Spy about?

A chance romance between two men from very different worlds, one from the headquarters of the Secret Intelligence Service, the other from a world of clubbing and youthful excess, leads into mystery after one of them suddenly disappears.

How many seasons does London Spy have?

London Spy comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in London Spy?

Key cast members in London Spy include Ben Whishaw, Edward Holcroft, Jim Broadbent.

Who created or directed London Spy?

London Spy was developed and directed by Jakob Verbruggen.