A Perfect Spy

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A Perfect Spy

1987- 1987

1 Seasons

7 Episodes

6.5(15 votes)

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Drama

Overview

The life of British MI6 spy Magnus Pym, from his school days to his mysterious disappearance.

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7 members

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Peter Egan

Magnus Pym

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Ray McAnally

Rick Pym

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Alan Howard

Jack Brotherhood

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Rüdiger Weigang

Axel

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Peggy Ashcroft

Miss Dubber

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Jane Booker

Mary Pym

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Tim Healy

Syd Lemon

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