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TV series

The Assassin

20252 seasons6.7 / 10

Secluded on a remote Greek island, retired assassin Julie has a somewhat thorny reunion with her estranged son, Edward, visiting from England. Armed with questions around new information on his paternity, Edward battles to find the right time to speak to his frustratingly distant mother. But, when the moment finally presents itself, things take a deadly turn as Julie’s dangerous past catches up with her and they are forced to flee the island and go on the run together.

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Checked Nov 15, 2026

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Synopsis

Secluded on a remote Greek island, retired assassin Julie has a somewhat thorny reunion with her estranged son, Edward, visiting from England. Armed with questions around new information on his paternity, Edward battles to find the right time to speak to his frustratingly distant mother. But, when the moment finally presents itself, things take a deadly turn as Julie’s dangerous past catches up with her and they are forced to flee the island and go on the run together.

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Episode 1

Episode 1

50m6.0 / 10

When Kayla disappears, Edward reunites with Julie to search for answers. Their fractured relationship is put to the test as they bury the past to protect Edward's future.

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Episode 2

Episode 2

49m

When a run in with interpol threatens to derail Julie and Edward's search for Kayla, they refuse to give up. But the harder they push, the more a corrupt underworld is exposed.

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Episode 3

Episode 3

49m

As Julie and Edward get closer to the truth, Ezra takes matters into his own hands, putting himself, and everyone else at risk.

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Episode 4

Episode 4

45m

As key pieces of the puzzle fall into place, Edward and Julie face mounting pressure as their search takes a dramatic turn.

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Episode 5

Episode 5

47m

Secrets from the past come to light, revealing connections that make Edward question everything he thought he knew about the people he loves.

Episode credits

Guest stars Alia Al-Shabibi

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Episode 6

Episode 6

46mfinale

As the threat to Kayla escalates, Edward and Julie are pushed closer together, forcing him to put his trust in her once more.

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Episode information updated Nov 14, 2026

More about The Assassin

Cast

Keeley HawesJulie Green
Freddie HighmoreEdward Green / Floran Bertrand
Gerald KydLuka
Shalom Brune-FranklinKayla Cross
Devon TerrellEzra Cross
David DencikJasper de Voogdt
Georgina BitmeadYoung Julie
Tsvetolyub IlievIvan

Credits

Created by
Jack Williams, Harry Williams
Written by
Harry Williams, Hamish Wright, Jack Williams, Krissie Ducker, Selina Lim

Production details

Status
Returning Series
Series type
Scripted
Episodes
12
Original language
English

Networks & production

  • Prime Video
  • Two Brothers PicturesUnited Kingdom
  • ZDFGermany
  • All3Media InternationalUnited Kingdom
  • StanAustralia

Themes

conspiracythriller