The Real Spies Among Friends
The real story behind hit drama series A Spy Among Friends. This documentary on Kim Philby, and his fellow Cambridge traitors, reveals the worst spy ring in history. From Cold War Washington to contemporary Moscow, Beirut backstreets to Buckingham Palace, the story is as gripping as any espionage thriller. The treachery of the privileged Philby, Burgess, Maclean, and Blunt shows how old school ties blinded the British establishment. Contributors include ex-officers from MI5, CIA and KGB who lift the lid on their secret tradecraft, and shed light on the ongoing threat from espionage. Ben Macintyre, author of the book behind the drama, is lead contributor.
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Duration: 1 x 60' HD
Resolution: HD
Seasons: TBC
Genre: Biography, Documentary, History
Tags: History, Biography
Original Language: TBC
Producer: Wingspan
Original Broadcaster: ITVX
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