Close to the Enemy

Close to the Enemy (2016)

EndedScripted showDrama, War, Espionage

Close to the Enemy follows intelligence officer Captain Callum Ferguson, whose last task for the Army is to ensure that a captured German scientist, Dieter, starts working for the British RAF on urgently developing the jet engine. With the background of the emerging Cold War, it is clear to all that it's crucial for British national security that cutting-edge technology is made available to the armed forces as quickly as possible. Callum uses unorthodox methods in his attempt to convince Dieter to work with the British and eventually a friendship develops between the two men, but soon tensions arise as all is not as it seems...

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Scheduleevery Thursday at 21:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E07Episode 7Dec 22, 2016
S01E06Episode 6Dec 15, 2016
S01E05Episode 5Dec 8, 2016
S01E04Episode 4Dec 1, 2016
S01E03Episode 3Nov 24, 2016
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Close to the Enemy premiere?

Close to the Enemy premiered on November 10, 2016.

Who created Close to the Enemy?

Close to the Enemy was created by Stephen Poliakoff.

Where is Close to the Enemy set?

Close to the Enemy is set in post-World War II London.

What is Close to the Enemy about?

Close to the Enemy follows British intelligence officer Captain Callum Ferguson as he investigates a German scientist in London during the aftermath of WWII.

Who plays Captain Callum Ferguson in Close to the Enemy?

Jim Sturgess plays the role of Captain Callum Ferguson in Close to the Enemy.

Who plays Frau Bellinghausen in Close to the Enemy?

German actress August Diehl plays the role of Frau Bellinghausen in Close to the Enemy.

Who plays Harold Lindsay-Jones in Close to the Enemy?

Alfie Allen plays the role of Harold Lindsay-Jones in Close to the Enemy.

What is the nationality of the German scientist that Captain Callum Ferguson investigates in Close to the Enemy?

The German scientist that Captain Callum Ferguson investigates in Close to the Enemy is of Jewish-German origin.

What is the name of the hotel where the German scientist that Captain Callum Ferguson investigates lives in Close to the Enemy?

The hotel where the German scientist that Captain Callum Ferguson investigates lives in Close to the Enemy is called the Prince Ernest Hotel.

What is the name of the intelligence unit that Captain Callum Ferguson works for in Close to the Enemy?

The intelligence unit that Captain Callum Ferguson works for in Close to the Enemy is called "Special Operations Executive" (SOE).

Who composed the soundtrack for Close to the Enemy?

Stephen Warbeck composed the soundtrack for Close to the Enemy.

How many episodes does Close to the Enemy have?

Close to the Enemy has 7 episodes.

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Also known as

  • Közel az ellenséghez (Hungary)

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