Reilly: Ace of Spies
Overview
Reilly, Ace of Spies is a captivating 1983 miniseries that chronicles the thrilling adventures of Sidney Reilly, a Jewish émigré from Russia who rose to prominence as one of Britain's most remarkable spies. Set against the backdrop of the early 20th century, the series showcases his daring missions, including a successful infiltration of the German General Staff in 1917 and an audacious attempt to topple the Bolsheviks in 1918. Renowned for both his espionage skills and his magnetic charm with women, Reilly's life is a fascinating blend of intrigue and romance.
Episodes
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1
An Affair with a Married Woman
In 1901, Professor Sydney Rosenblum finds himself removed from a train and unofficially detained in a small Russian village, facing allegations of ste...
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2
Prelude to War
In 1904, Reilly finds himself in Port Arthur, reluctantly aiding the Japanese forces in their effort to seize the port from the Russians. As a large-s...
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3
The Visiting Fireman
In 1905, a British mission to obtain crucial German ship designs risks exposure. Zaharov is eager to secure the plans, while Cummings is focused on re...
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4
Anna
In 1906, Reilly's quest for Margaret leads him to Paris, where Cummings pressures him into assisting with an oil deal involving an Australian who migh...
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5
Dreadnoughts and Crosses
In 1910, Reilly seems to have aligned himself with the Germans in Russia, where he is set to place a bid for a lucrative weapons contract on their beh...
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6
Dreadnoughts and Doublecrosses
In 1910, Reilly’s chance to secure the weapons contract hinges on his impending marriage to a Russian Countess. However, the unexpected return of Ma...
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7
Gambit
In 1918, Reilly finds himself in Russia, where he is assigned the mission of persuading the Bolsheviks to terminate their peace agreement with Germany...
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8
Endgame
In 1918, Reilly's schemes begin to unravel as the British do not provide the military backing they had assured Savinkov. Additionally, Dzerzhinsky und...
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9
After Moscow
In 1918, Reilly and his companions return to Britain, where they undergo interrogation during an official inquiry. Meanwhile, as Lenin's health improv...
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10
The Trust
In 1924, Reilly finds himself in exile in New York, working tirelessly to gather funds and support for Savinkov’s anti-Bolshevik efforts. Meanwhile,...
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11
The Last Journey
In 1925, Reilly's efforts to discredit the Trust have proven effective, leading them to extend an invitation for him to visit Russia. Eager to sabotag...
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12
Shutdown
In 1925, Reilly finds himself in custody, enduring intense interrogation and brutal treatment. Meanwhile, in Britain, Pepita is determined to uncover ...
