Episode 2
Ben Macintyre explores the truth behind the most famous double agent in modern history. Nicholas Elliott continues to defend Kim Philby as suspicion grows that he is a Soviet spy.
In the second episode of this two-part special, the net begins to close on Philby.
Summoned back to London from Washington, he faces interrogation, as suspicion grows that he is a Soviet agent, working within MI6. His old friend and colleague in MI6, Nicholas Elliott, defends his friend's reputation, insisting that he is innocent.
For the next 12 years Philby, with Elliott's unwitting help, manages to charm and bluff his way out of every accusation. Then, in January 1963, Philby's luck runs out as the two friends meet for the final time and Elliott demands the truth.
This is the remarkable tale of two friends and two spies, each working on opposite sides in the Cold War.
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Archive of Kim Philby funeral
Duration: 01:06
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Archive of Nicholas Elliott
Duration: 02:12
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Vangelis
Prelude
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Ben Macintyre |
| Kim Philby | David Oakes |
| Nicholas Elliot | William Beck |
| Producer | Tom McCarthy |
| Series Producer | Francis Whately |
| Executive Producer | Dominic Corssley-Holland |
| Assistant Producer | Ben Ryder |
| Production Manager | Gezz Mounter |
| Production Coordinator | Jane Chan |
