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Smiley's People

Smiley's People

Description: George Smiley is called out of retirement to conclude his career-long battle with the enigmatic and ruthless Russian spymaster Karla.
Genre: Spy
Year Released: 1982
Number of episodes: 6
First episode air date: September 20, 1982
Awards: British Academy Television Award for Best Actress, MORE
Screenplay By: John le Carré
Director: Simon Langton
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