Ep 10. World Leader Pretend
- TV-PG
- August 9, 2011
- 42 min
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7.8 (264)
In season 2 episode 10 of Covert Affairs, titled World Leader Pretend, Annie Walker (played by Piper Perabo) is sent on a mission to Paris to meet with a Syrian embassy official who has information about a potential terrorist attack. Annie teams up with Mossad agent Eyal Lavin (played by Oded Fehr) to attend a gala event hosted by the embassy in order to make contact with the official and gather intelligence.
Meanwhile, back in the United States, Jai Wilcox (played by Sendhil Ramamurthy) is working to track down the source of a leak within the CIA. He suspects that his own father, former CIA director Arthur Campbell (played by Peter Gallagher), may be involved. Jai struggles with conflicting emotions as he tries to uncover the truth.
As Annie and Eyal work to gain access to the Syrian official, they encounter unexpected obstacles. They soon realize that they are not the only ones interested in the information he possesses and must stay one step ahead of their adversaries. Amidst the chaos, Annie faces a difficult decision that could have significant consequences for both her mission and her personal life.
Back in the United States, Jai's investigation takes a dangerous turn as he uncovers a web of lies and deceit within the CIA. He must navigate the complex web of relationships and loyalties in order to unravel the conspiracy and clear his father's name.
World Leader Pretend is a tense and engaging episode that combines international espionage with personal drama. The episode showcases the talents of the ensemble cast, particularly Perabo and Fehr, who have great chemistry onscreen. The plot twists and turns keep the audience on the edge of their seat, while the emotional stakes raise the tension to new heights. Overall, this episode of Covert Affairs is a standout and showcases the series at its best.