Name: KGB: The Sword and the Shield
Released: 2019-04-09T00:00:00.000Z
Cast: Denis Nikolin, Evgeniya Turkova

TV Show · Documentary · History

An exploration of the violent history of Russian intelligence services from 1917 to the Putin era as told by former members and victims.

2019 · 52m

EPISODE 1

Dserschinski & Co.

From the Russian Revolution to the atomic bomb, exploring the history of the KGB, known to be murderous at home and brilliantly devious abroad.
EPISODE 2

Berija & Co.

Nikita Khrushchev tries to limit the security service's power, but it doesn't last. As the KGB bounces back, it strikes gold with a mole at the top of the CIA.
EPISODE 3

Putin & Co.

From coup d'etats and assassinations to sex scandals, take a look at Russia and the FSB under Putin. Challenging the FSB's authority means risking your life.