Set during the onset of World War II, carefree playboy Ian Fleming is unfazed by the looming war – pursuing women, collecting rare books, and living off his family's wealth. Always overshadowed by his brother Peter and a constant disappointment to his stern mother Eve, Fleming yearns to become the 'ultimate' man – a hero, a lover, a fighter, and the one who always gets the girl. His life finds purpose when he's recruited by the Director of Naval Intelligence to aid the fight against the Nazis. Fleming finally sees his chance to excel and make his mark.
In London, 1938, Ian Fleming is a dissolute playboy, eclipsed by his dead war hero father and successful brother. While propping up the bar at a jazz club, he meets Ann O'Neill, an alluring socialite. Unlike many of his conquests, Ann is…
Episode 2. Episode 2
2014-02-05 · 51 min
A mischievous Ann invites Fleming to Esmond's birthday party, and although Fleming has brought Muriel as his date, sexual chemistry sizzles between them. Meanwhile, France is looking like it's about to crumble against Nazi forces. Office…
Episode 3. Episode 3
2014-02-12 · 50 min
While training at a camp in Canada (Camp X), the Americans ask Fleming to use his talents to write a blueprint for a Central Intelligence Agency. On his return to London, Fleming persuades Godfrey to form the 30 Assault Unit - a group of…
Episode 4. Episode 4
2014-02-19 · 51 min
The war is nearly over, but Fleming is convinced the Nazis are hiding nuclear plans and that the British need to find them before the Russians. Finally, Fleming is granted permission to go to Germany to attempt to retrieve the plans. He…