Four-part drama about a writer recruited into espionage work by British intelligence during the First World War. Based on the writings of Somerset Maugham.
Where to Watch Season 1
4 Episodes
The Dark Woman
E1
The Dark WomanA traitorous actress is pressured by threats into enticing her terrorist lover to leave the safety of neutral Switzerland and join her in France, an ally of England.
The Traitor
E2
The TraitorA quiet Englishman, Caypor, has chosen to spend the war in Switzerland, as his wife is German. But Ashenden suspects he may be a spy, and may have to be killed.
Mister Harrington's Washing
E3
Mister Harrington's WashingAshenden is sent to revolutionary Russia with funds for delivery to Kerensky, the Prime Minister of the Russian Provisional Government, who England supports.
The Hairless Mexican
E4
The Hairless MexicanAshenden is joined by an eccentric assassin known as "the hairless Mexican" who is dangerous.
Cast of Season 1
Ian Bannen
Alex Jennings
Joss Ackland
Jason IsaacsAndrew Lehman
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