Ep 25. Die, Spy

Maxwell Smart is back with Agent 99 in the iconic 1960s spy comedy, Get Smart. In season 3, episode 25 titled Die, Spy, the agents find themselves on a mission to stop KAOS from launching a missile strike.

The episode begins with KAOS agents trying to recover a briefcase that was stolen from them. The case contains codes for a missile that could launch a devastating attack on the US. Agent 99 is sent to retrieve the briefcase, but KAOS anticipated the move and sets a trap for her. Meanwhile, Maxwell Smart is contacted by a man claiming to be an undercover KAOS agent who is willing to exchange the missing case for safety.

Skeptical but curious, Smart agrees to meet the informant in a deserted park, where they both end up being captured by KAOS forces. Max and 99 are taken to a secluded island where they are interrogated by KAOS Commander Emil Stavros, who plans to use Smart and the codes to launch the missile.

Despite their dire situation, Smart hatches a plan to escape with 99 and recover the briefcase. The duo uses their cunning and ingenuity to outsmart the KAOS agents, but their escape plan is not without casualties.

The tension builds up as Max and 99 race against time to stop the missile launch, leading to a climactic scene where they infiltrate the missile control center. Using all their training and wits, they manage to sabotage the launch and prevent what could have been a catastrophic attack on the US.

Back at CONTROL headquarters, Max and Agent 99 are hailed as heroes, but the victory is bittersweet as they mourn the loss of a fellow agent in their mission. The episode ends on a somber note, reminding audiences that the life of a spy is not just fun and games.

Die, Spy is a classic episode of Get Smart, showcasing the iconic mix of humor, wit, and action that made the show so popular in the 1960s. It is a must-watch for fans of the series and a great introduction for newcomers to the world of Maxwell Smart and his daring exploits.