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The Spy

The Spy tells the story of legendary Israeli spy Eli Cohen. Eli Cohen lived in Damascus undercover in the beginning of the '60s, spying for Israel. He managed to embed himself into Syrian high society and rise through the ranks of their politics until he was uncovered by the Syrian regime, sentenced to death and publicly hanged in a Damascus square in 1965. Cohen is considered a national hero in Israel. His actions, connections and immense sacrifice have had lasting consequences, shaping the Middle East of today.

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Version covered

2019 Netflix Eli Cohen limited series, as discussed in Martin Brown's review; not unrelated works with the same title.

Violence

Strong

Interrogation abuse and warfare include attacks on civilians.

Sexual content

Strong

Simulated sex is shown.

Nudity

Strong

Male and female nudity accompanies sexual scenes.

Language

Strong

Strong profanity occurs.

Alcohol, drugs & smoking

Mild

Adults smoke and drink socially.

Frightening & intense themes

Strong

Torture and the bombing of civilians can be distressing.

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5h 25m

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5h 25m
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6h 17m

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The Spy

The Spy tells the story of legendary Israeli spy Eli Cohen. Eli Cohen lived in Damascus undercover in the beginning of the '60s, spying for Israel. He managed to embed himself into Syrian high society and rise through the ranks of their politics until he was uncovered by the Syrian regime, sentenced to death and publicly hanged in a Damascus square in 1965. Cohen is considered a national hero in Israel. His actions, connections and immense sacrifice have had lasting consequences, shaping the Middle East of today.

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Network or service
Netflix
Release year
2019
Selected cast
Sacha Baron Cohen, Noah Emmerich, Hadar Ratzon Rotem, Yael Eitan, Moni Moshonov, Alexander Siddig, Waleed Zuaiter, Nassim Lyes, Alona Tal
Creators
Gideon Raff
Executive producers
Gideon Raff, Sacha Baron Cohen, Ilan Goldman
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