The WORST episodes of London Spy

Every episode of London Spy ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of London Spy!

Danny is a gregarious, hedonistic romantic who gets drawn into the dangerous world of British espionage in this contemporary, emotional thriller. He falls for the anti-social but enigmatic Alex, both from opposite worlds, and they soon realise they’re perfect for each other. But when Alex suddenly disappears, Danny is utterly ill-equipped to take on his complex and codified world. Young, innocent and adrift he needs to decide whether he’s prepared to fight for the truth?

Last Updated: 9/25/2024Network: BBC TwoStatus: Ended
Blue
star
7.30
305 votes

#1 - Blue

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 11/23/2015

In a brutal interrogation, the police accuse Danny of being responsible for his lover's death. Confronted with incriminating evidence, he understands that he is being framed. Just as his pursuit for the truth hits a low, he is knocked sideways by a devastating revelation. In the depths of despair, the only person who can help him is Scottie. Using Scottie's extensive political connections, they plunge into a Westminster world of power that threatens to swallow both of them.

Directors: Jakob Verbruggen
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If This Is a Lie
star
7.54
279 votes

#2 - If This Is a Lie

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 12/7/2015

Danny finally discovers the shocking truth about what really happened to his lover, and what really took place that night in the attic where he died.

Directors: Jakob Verbruggen
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Strangers
star
7.56
330 votes

#3 - Strangers

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 11/16/2015

After Danny is accused by the papers of being involved in his lover's death, he is invited to meet Alex's parents - parents that Alex had told him were dead. The mystery deepens when he arrives at their country home and discovers them unemotional. Danny starts to realize that he knew almost nothing about his lover's true identity and catches a glimpse of just how deep the conspiracy around his death might go. By the time he returns to London, Danny's life is in terrible danger.

Directors: Jakob Verbruggen
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Lullaby
star
7.59
443 votes

#4 - Lullaby

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 11/9/2015

A romance between an MI6 code genius and a man working dead-end jobs promises happiness for both. But tragedy strikes when the spy dies in suspicious circumstances, forcing his lover to pursue the dangerous truth behind his death. Out of his depth in the world of espionage, Danny seeks help from his wise mentor Scottie, embarking on a journey where no-one is what they seem.

Directors: Jakob Verbruggen
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I Know
star
7.82
237 votes

#5 - I Know

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/30/2015

Danny is confronted with a side of his lover's life that seems to undermine the foundation of their relationship. As he wonders whether to give up, he remembers a vital clue that he has overlooked. But the consequences of continuing for justice are more terrible than he could possibly have imagined.

Directors: Jakob Verbruggen
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