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Michael Jayston Remembers... Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy

Michael Jayston recalls his role as George Smiley's right-hand man in the 麻豆社鈥檚 acclaimed adaptation of John le Carre鈥檚 classic spy tale, and acting alongside Sir Alec Guinness.

Michael Jayston played George Smiley鈥檚 right-hand man, Peter Guillam, in the 麻豆社鈥檚 acclaimed 1979 adaptation of John le Carre鈥檚 classic spy tale. He looks back on the experience, recalling what it was like working on what is still considered one of the best television series ever made and how he held his own alongside one of the finest acting talents of the 20th century, the great Sir Alec Guinness.

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11 minutes

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Presenter Michael Jayston
Producer Simon Catt
Series Producer Simon Goretzki

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