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Close to the Enemy

Close to the Enemy

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2016- 2016
1 Seasons
7 Episodes
5.1(18 votes)
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War & Politics
Drama

Overview

A British intelligence officer has to ensure that a captured German scientist helps the British develop jet aircraft.

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