As a movie critic with a lifelong passion for spy thrillers and a particular fondness for British espionage tales, I must say that Slow Horses has me utterly spellbound. The series is not just an exceptional piece of television, but it harkens back to the golden age of spy dramas – think John Le Carré’s George Smiley or Len Deighton’s Harry Palmer – and brings them into the modern era with a fresh, witty, and razor-sharp script.
There’s been quite a buzz around our office this week as the thrilling series, Slow Horses, has returned! I first read Mick Herron’s book in 2011 and was captivated. Over a decade later, with three TV series under its belt, I must say that Slow Horses is simply outstanding – arguably the best show on television today. In my opinion, much of the credit goes to Gary Oldman and his talented cast members.
In this week’s edition of TopMob magazine, Oldman expresses that the show feels akin to a theater troupe, stating their familiarity with each other greatly facilitates their work. Saskia Reeves concurs, underscoring this point. These are actors at the pinnacle of their craft, working with exceptionally sharp scripts penned by Will Smith, who has previously worked on The Thick of It. Opinions about drama can vary, but I’ve yet to find anyone who hasn’t enjoyed Slow Horses after my recommendation.
In the interview, Lawson points out that Oldman’s character, Jackson Lamb, shares some characteristics with John Le Carré’s George Smiley. However, in Lawson’s opinion, Lamb is more akin to another legendary laid-back spy from fiction – Harry Palmer, created by Len Deighton.
Watching Michael Caine in that role inspired at least this glasses-donning teen to believe they could be considered cool. Similarly, Johnathan Lamb’s portrayal might offer comfort to middle-aged men who enjoy curry and have a bit of gas – though it may not apply universally. Interestingly, the proximity of Michael Caine and Gary Oldman’s birthplaces in southeast London hints that there could be something unique about that area’s environment.
It’s disheartening when a series as captivating as Slow Horses is only available on a streaming service. I understand that not everyone can afford such subscriptions or prefers not to. However, if television quality is this high, you could follow my strategy from childhood without a TV set: ask if you can come over to someone who has Apple TV+. That’s the kind of thing Jackson Lamb would do!
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Also in this week’s TopMob:
- Kevin McCloud celebrates 25 years of Grand Designs – and wants to keep building
- Comedian Jack Whitehall says that becoming a father has changed him for the better
- The Post Office campaigner Jo Hamilton is still fighting for justice in the scandal that rocked Britain
Slow Horses is available to stream on Apple TV+ from 4th September 2024 – sign up to Apple TV+ now.
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