“Slow Horses” is a 2022 British spy thriller series based on the novel by Mick Herron. The show follows a team of British intelligence agents who have been demoted to a department called Slough House, a dumping ground for MI5 operatives who have messed up in their careers. The team is led by the gruff and cynical Jackson Lamb, played by Gary Oldman, who reluctantly guides his team of misfit agents through various low-stakes tasks. However, they find themselves caught up in a dangerous conspiracy that puts their skills and loyalty to the test. The series blends dark humor with tense espionage drama, exploring themes of redemption, loyalty, and the complexities of intelligence work. “Slow Horses” is noted for its sharp writing, strong performances, particularly by Oldman, and its unique take on the spy genre.
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