
From tuxedo-clad legends to grubby Cold War operatives, Britain does espionage like no one else. Time to sort the classics from the pretenders.
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Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy
Gary Oldman broods magnificently as George Smiley in this atmospheric adaptation of le Carré's classic. Every glance feels loaded with secrets.

Skyfall
Daniel Craig, Judi Dench and a moody Scottish showdown make this arguably the finest 007 outing of the modern era. Adele's theme still gives goosebumps.

The Ipcress File
Harry Palmer is the anti-Bond: working class, bespectacled and permanently fed up. A stylish slice of 60s British cool.

Slow Horses
Gary Oldman (again) leads the misfits of Slough House in Apple TV's gloriously scruffy spy series. Sharp, funny and properly gripping.

Casino Royale
Craig's brutal, bruised debut stripped 007 back to basics with a poker table, a Vesper Martini and a heart-shattering finale.
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