The Spy

Eli Cohen, an Israeli clerk, is recruited by Mossad and goes deep undercover as a wealthy Syrian businessman in the vibrant social scene of 1960s Damascus. He becomes a high-ranking mole, feeding sensitive information back to his handlers. However, the closer he gets to the Syrian military elite, the greater the danger of his true identity being exposed.

The Spy was met with generally positive reviews from critics, who praised Sacha Baron Cohen's dramatic performance and the series' tense atmosphere. The show was commended for its historical accuracy and its exploration of the psychological toll of espionage.

• Sacha Baron Cohen delivers a surprisingly powerful dramatic performance.
• The series effectively captures the high-stakes tension and moral ambiguity of espionage.
• Visually rich and historically engaging, though some pacing issues were noted.

Google audience: Viewers lauded Sacha Baron Cohen's departure from his comedic roles, praising his nuanced portrayal of a spy under immense pressure. The series' suspenseful narrative and historical context were frequently highlighted as strengths.

Nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Miniseries or Television Film (Sacha Baron Cohen).

Sacha Baron Cohen reportedly learned fluent Arabic for his role as Eli Cohen, immersing himself in the language and culture to achieve authenticity.