Sid Gentle Films, the production company behind Killing Eve, is developing Honey, a darkly comedic Cold War thriller set in 1980s East Berlin. Written by Emma Moran (Extraordinary), the six-part series has been commissioned by the BBC and German broadcaster ZDF.
Here’s the Lowdown: The series follows Marta, a 24-year-old deep cover MI6 agent dealing with the dangers of East Berlin. She finds herself caught between the new Stasi Head of Counter Espionage, Friedrich Bauman, and a reckless but appealing CIA operative, Aaron Neeland. The story explores espionage alongside a complicated, high-risk love triangle.
What This Means Now: Coming from the pen of Emma Moran and the producers of Killing Eve, Honey looks set to mix sharp dialogue, tension, and character-driven drama. Moran aims to explore the “sexy madness” of Cold War East Berlin through a blend of romantic comedy and espionage.
The Bigger Picture: This collaboration between the BBC, ZDF, and Sid Gentle Films indicates confidence in Moran’s unique voice and the show’s premise. Described as “smart, violent and highly sexually charged,” the series aims to offer a fresh take on the spy genre, focusing on emotional vulnerability amidst political danger. FIFTH SEASON will handle global distribution for the series, which will air on BBC One and iPlayer.
