Game, Set, and Match
Focuses on Bernard Samson (Ian Holm), beginning with his search for the "mole" that threatens the Brahms Network in East Germany. Samson is sent to Berlin to bring out a Brahms agent. He is then sent to Mexico to try to persuade a KGB major (Gottfried John) to defect, using his childhood friend Verner Volkmann's wife Zena as bait. After it appears another traitor is working at London Central, Samson himself becomes one of the prime suspects.
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Plot Summary
Set during the Cold War, the series follows the complex and dangerous world of espionage through the eyes of retired MI6 agent Bernard Samson. Tasked with uncovering a traitor within the service, Samson finds himself entangled in a web of deceit, betrayal, and international intrigue. As he navigates through Eastern Europe and London, he must confront his own past and the moral ambiguities of his profession to expose the truth before it's too late.
Critical Reception
The 1988 television adaptation of Len Deighton's novel 'Game, Set, and Match' was generally well-received for its intricate plot and strong performances, particularly from Ian Holm as Bernard Samson. Critics praised its faithful adaptation of the source material and its atmospheric portrayal of Cold War espionage, though some found its pace occasionally slow.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its complex and engaging spy thriller narrative.
- Ian Holm's performance as Bernard Samson was a standout element.
- Successfully captured the tense atmosphere of the Cold War era.
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Fun Fact
The series is based on the first novel in Len Deighton's 'Hook, Line & Sinker' trilogy, which later became known as 'The Bernard Samson' series.
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