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The Optimists

5.2
1 season
13 episodes
Ended
Drama
War & Politics

Plot Summary

The early 1960s. The Soviet Union is experiencing a bright Khrushchev-era, full of hope. A group of young diplomats at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs come face to face with world-changing global events. Before long, these wide-eyed idealists find themselves deep in the breathtaking world of spy games, mortal dangers, and brilliant political maneuvering.

First Aired:April 24, 2017
Last Aired:April 28, 2017
Episode Runtime:1h 0m
Networks:
Russia-1
Created By:
Mikhail Idov

Cast & Characters

Where to watch free (US)

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Seasons (1)

Season 1
8.0

Season 1

13 episodes

Aired: 2017

Production

Mosfilm

Valery Todorovsky Production Company