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Alex Godman, the English-raised son of Russian mafia exiles, has spent his life trying to escape the shadow of their past, building his own legitimate business and forging a life with his girlfriend Rebecca. But when a murder forces his family's past to return to threaten them, Alex is drawn into the criminal underworld and must confront his values to protect those he loves.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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Alex Godman, the English-raised son of Russian mafia exiles, has spent his life trying to escape the shadow of their past, building his own legitimate business and forging a life with his girlfriend Rebecca. But when a murder forces his family's past to return to threaten them, Alex is drawn into the criminal underworld and must confront his values to protect those he loves.
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Episode 1
After a tragic event, Russian exile Alex Godman is drawn into the murky world of global crime as he tries to protect his family from their dark past.
Directed by James WatkinsWritten by James Watkins, Hossein AminiGuest stars Ellie Piercy, Igor Pokrajac, Atul Kale, Tjasa Perko, Uroš Ćertić, Michael Bott, David Dencik, Lucija Šerbedžija
Episode 2
Semiyon convinces Alex into a venture designed to harm Vadim's business in Prague. Meanwhile, a young girl is taken on a very different journey.
Directed by James WatkinsWritten by James Watkins, Hossein AminiGuest stars Ellie Piercy, Igor Pokrajac, Atul Kale, Tim Ahern, Aleksey Serebryakov, Mariya Shukshina, Anna Levanova, David Strathairn
Episode 3
With the help of Semiyon’s investment, Benes has grown his operation, leaving Vadim concerned and confused. Deciding to take matters into his own hands, Vadim arrives in Prague determined to get answers - by whatever means necessary.
Directed by James WatkinsWritten by Hossein Amini, David FarrGuest stars Igor Pokrajac, Aleksey Serebryakov, Mariya Shukshina, Anna Levanova, David Strathairn, Yuval Scharf, Sofia Lebedeva, Karel Roden
Episode 4
Alex unlocks a way to attack Benny Chopra and Vadim in Mumbai. He and Rebecca announce their engagement, but she starts to think he is hiding something.
Directed by James WatkinsWritten by Hossein Amini, David FarrGuest stars Andrei Nova, Ellie Piercy, Atul Kale, Tim Ahern, Aleksey Serebryakov, Mariya Shukshina, David Strathairn, Yuval Scharf
Episode 5
Semiyon awakes to an awful accusation. Alex is convinced he's innocent and sets out to try to expose his accusers. Meanwhile Katya unravels a shocking secret.
Directed by James WatkinsWritten by Hossein Amini, Laurence CoriatGuest stars Ellie Piercy, David Dencik, David Strathairn, Yuval Scharf, Sofia Lebedeva, Clifford Samuel, Kemi-Bo Jacobs, Caio Blat
Episode 6
Alex fears his family are under threat when Vadim learns the truth about him. His fears appear to be founded when he discovers evidence of a surveillance operation against him – but his paranoid reaction drives a wedge between him and Rebecca, while an unexpected betrayal has devastating consequences. Masha receives an ultimatum, and Joseph seeks an ally in his bid to help Lyudmilla.
Directed by James WatkinsWritten by Hossein Amini, Laurence CoriatGuest stars Eve Parmiter, Igor Pokrajac, Aleksey Serebryakov, Mariya Shukshina, Anna Levanova, David Strathairn, Yuval Scharf, Sofia Lebedeva
Episode 7
Vadim is convinced to broker peace in Istanbul. Alex learns the dreadful price of his actions, and Dmitri makes a decision that endangers them all.
Directed by James WatkinsWritten by Hossein Amini, Peter HarnessGuest stars Merab Ninidze, Eve Parmiter, Igor Pokrajac, Aleksey Serebryakov, Mariya Shukshina, Anna Levanova, David Strathairn, Yuval Scharf
Episode 8
Alex arrives in Moscow ready to do business, but he's unaware of the devastation that Dmitri's actions have caused - and the danger that he faces. Alex must play the only card he has left to try and save himself, before facing a final showdown with Vadim.
Directed by James WatkinsWritten by Hossein Amini, Peter HarnessGuest stars Merab Ninidze, Igor Pokrajac, Aleksey Serebryakov, Mariya Shukshina, Anna Levanova, Sofia Lebedeva, Clifford Samuel, Caio Blat
Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
James NortonAlex Godman
Merab NinidzeVadim Kalyagin
Juliet RylanceRebecca Harper
Faye MarsayKatya Godman
Kirill PirogovIlya Fedorov
Ellie PiercySandrine
Atul KaleBenny Chopra
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