#1
S1E6
Smiley's Lighter
The final confrontation between Smiley and Karla takes place. But in this game there are no victors, only losers.
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#2
S1E4
The Rogue Elephant
Smiley gets into trouble with his superiors, who want the investigation closed. But he finally encounters the woman and gets her account.
#3
S1E2
The General's Big Fish
Smiley makes inquiries among many Russian exiles, and uncovers a photograph revealing an astonishing secret.
#4
Gathering Friends
S1E3
#5
Alexandra Tatjana
S1E5
#6
A Mother's Assistance
S1E1
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What is the connection between a penniless Russian woman in Paris and the brutal murder of an old man in a London park? And so begins a new conundrum for George Smiley to sort out.
#5
Alexandra Tatjana
S1E5
#4
Gathering Friends
S1E3
#3
The General's Big Fish
S1E2
#2
The Rogue Elephant
S1E4
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