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What is The Assassin about?

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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S1 · Episode 6 — Episode 6 · 2025-07-25

As a dramatic final showdown prepares to take place, shocking truths are revealed to Edward that make him question everything he thought he knew about his life.

Genres: Drama, Crime, Mystery
First aired: 2025-07-25
Rating: ★ 6.9 / 10

Top cast

Keeley Hawes Julie Green
Freddie Highmore Edward Green
Gerald Kyd Luka
Shalom Brune-Franklin Kayla Cross
Devon Terrell Ezra Cross
David Dencik Jasper de Voogdt

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