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MI5 boss declares himself a Slow Horses fan

MI5 boss declares himself a Slow Horses fan

Summary

The head of MI5, Sir Ken McCallum, said he is a fan of the TV spy thriller "Slow Horses," which features a team of troubled MI5 agents. He emphasized the friendly cooperation between MI5 and MI6 intelligence agencies to keep the country safe.

Key Facts

  • Sir Ken McCallum is the director general of MI5.
  • He described himself as a "Slow Horses man," showing his support for the TV series.
  • "Slow Horses" is a spy thriller on Apple TV+, starring Gary Oldman as Jackson Lamb.
  • The show follows a team of MI5 agents who were banished for mistakes or failures.
  • The series is based on novels by Mick Herron and began in 2022.
  • Season six will release in September 2024, with season seven planned for 2027.
  • Sir Ken praised the cooperation between MI5, MI6, the police, and other groups in protecting the country.
  • Gary Oldman described the show as showing the less glamorous, more realistic side of spying.
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