Covert Affairs
Single woman. Double life
Storyline
A young CIA operative, Annie Walker, is mysteriously summoned to headquarters for duty as a field operative. While Annie believes she's been promoted for her exceptional linguistic skills, there may be something or someone from her past that her CIA bosses are really after. Auggie Anderson is a CIA military intelligence agent who was blinded while on assignment and is Annie's guide in this world of bureaucracy, excitement and intrigue.
Episodes
Specials
No overview available for this season.
Season 1
Meet Annie Walker: smart, stunning and the CIA's newest field operative in one of their most secretive branches. Suddenly summoned by headquarters for active duty one month before training is over, she's quickly thrown into a shadowy world full of cons, killers and international crime rings. What she doesn't know is there's something - or someone - from her past that her bosses want badly enough to put her in harm's way. She just has to survive long enough to find out why.
Pilot
Jul 13, 2010
Annie Walker is removed from CIA training and thrust into the inner sanctum of the Agency for what appears to be their need of her exceptional linguistic skills, but there may be something or someone from her past that her CIA bosses are really after.
Walter's Walk
Jul 20, 2010
New CIA agent Annie Walker is still forced to work on low-key cases until she is tipped off that a IRA cell operates in America.
South Bound Suarez
Jul 27, 2010
Annie is tasked with getting close to Diego, a college student, in the hopes that his sister, Julia, will provide the CIA with intel on Victor Ponces, a corrupt Venezuelan government official. But when the CIA station agent looking into Ponces goes missing, Diego's trust in Annie means that she's going to have to finish the job.
No Quarter
Aug 03, 2010
After a "simple brush pass" goes sour, Annie is stranded and on the run in Zurich with Eyal, a Mossad agent who can't be trusted. Meanwhile, as Auggie works to bring Annie home safely, Arthur and Joan are busy trying to track a leak coming from within the CIA ... and Auggie is near the top of the list
In the Light
Aug 10, 2010
In order to stop a weapons shipment, Annie asks a former operative for help and attracts Henry Wilcox's and her former lover Ben Mercer's attention.
Houses of the Holy
Aug 17, 2010
Annie is tasked with investigating a potential national security leak originating from the Senate Intelligence Committee. Elsewhere, Auggie is assigned as a stateside handler for his old special ops unit, and Annie is worried that her brother-in-law, Michael, is cheating on Danielle.
Communication Breakdown
Aug 24, 2010
When communication systems throughout D.C. are shut down by a hacker, Auggie is put in the field to obtain the code for the CIA. But his excitement to be doing field work is tempered when he learns that the hacker responsible is Natasha Petrova ... who happens to be his ex-girlfriend.
What Is and What Should Never Be
Aug 31, 2010
After Annie witnesses a suspicious purchase at an art auction, her follow-up brings a surprise visitor — Ben Mercer — back into her life.
Fool in the Rain
Sep 07, 2010
An Iranian trade delegation member attending the WTO conference in Toronto escapes his handlers and contacts the CIA, hoping to parlay stolen intelligence into safe passage to the United States.
I Can't Quit You Baby
Sep 14, 2010
Annie needs to be recruited by smugglers; Arthur and Joan must bring Henry Wilcox back into the fold.
When the Levee Breaks
Sep 14, 2010
Annie is forced to confront her past when Ben Mercer walks into CIA Headquarters.
Season 2
In season two, Annie's personal and professional lives crash into one another, and the balance of her relationships are forever changed.
Begin the Begin
Jun 07, 2011
When Annie and Ben go back to Washington DC, Ben goes missing. Annie is assigned to keep a professional tennis player from Estonia safe.
Good Advices
Jun 14, 2011
Annie meets Mossad agent Eyal Lavin again when they both try to turn a secretary working at the Syrian embassy in Paris into an asset.
Bang and Blame
Jun 21, 2011
The leak of a CIA Trainee's name brings Annie back to The Farm with the sensitive task to find the culprit without being exposed herself which would end her own CIA career.
All the Right Friends
Jun 28, 2011
Annie runs into a set up when she tries to exchange a spy named Carlo Reni in Argentina. They escape the assassin and go on the run, trying to find the one responsible before the assassin can finish the job.
Around the Sun
Jul 05, 2011
Annie looks into a potential leak at NASA, which could threaten the U.S.'s spy satellites. During the mission, she must also adjust to working with a new tech operative after Auggie moves to a new position.
The Outsiders
Jul 12, 2011
Annie and Reva are captured near the Polish-Belarusian border by a man (Peter Stormare) working for the secret Soviet police when they try to deploy surveillence cameras in the Bialowieza Forest. Meanwhile Jai assembles an extraction team to rescue them in Belarus.
Half a World Away
Jul 19, 2011
Auggie is aided by a flight attendant (Rebecca Mader) while on his vacation to the international jazz festival in Istanbul. His trip turns into a mission when he inadvertently records the voice of the man who injured him during the war in Afghanistan.
Welcome to the Occupation
Jul 26, 2011
When a covert CIA operative and friend of Joan's gets caught up in a hostage crisis in Mexico, Annie and Joan are sent to assess the situation under the cover of being a news team. But when Arthur decides that they need additional backup, he sends Ben Mercer to assist them.
Sad Professor
Aug 02, 2011
Annie learns that her college professor Mark Ramsay was secretly working for the CIA when he was killed tracking a Pakistani spy ring. The CIA asks Annie to find the missing intel using her connection to Ramsay's widow Safia.
World Leader Pretend
Aug 09, 2011
While Annie runs the extraction of a Chinese scientist named Shen Yue who is willing to defect, she runs into complications and is forced to make a difficult choice.
The Wake-Up Bomb
Nov 01, 2011
Annie feels lonely during some downtime following a failed mission in Venice. Another assignment soon comes up, however, involving a chef tied to a Basque separatist movement.
Uberlin
Nov 08, 2011
While on the trail of Isaak Von Hagen, a known money launderer, Annie prepares to turn his wife, Elsa, into a CIA asset.
A Girl Like You
Nov 15, 2011
Annie is sent to find Mossad agent Eyal Lavin after it's discovered he's in Washington D.C. posing as a CIA operative.
Horse to Water
Nov 22, 2011
Annie keeps tabs on the daughter of a CIA analyst imprisoned for selling intelligence. After an asset is killed in Russia, the CIA suspects the woman could be helping her father.
What's the Frequency, Kenneth?
Nov 29, 2011
A MI6 operative asks Annie for access to the Smithsonian. Since he doesn't know that Annie's a CIA agent, she decides to cooperate in order to find out what he's after.
Letter Never Sent
Dec 06, 2011
Annie and Danielle's vacation in Stockholm turns dangerous when Danielle is mistaken for a spy, putting her life in danger.
Season 3
Everything changes for savvy CIA operative Annie Walker in season three of Covert Affairs. Reassigned to a new and even more covert division of the Agency, Annie takes on missions that become personal and finds herself on dangerous forays into inhospitable territory, while a series of explosive revelations forces her to question her role and what (and who) matters most.
Hang on to Yourself
Jul 10, 2012
After tragedy shakes up the CIA, Annie and the rest of the DPD find themselves in an unfamiliar situation.
Sound and Vision
Jul 17, 2012
Annie and Auggie are brought together for a DPD assignment, sending them to Spain to acquire a computer virus that China also wants to obtain.
The Last Thing You Should Do
Jul 24, 2012
When a situation develops while Auggie is visiting Parker in Africa, Annie, Joan and Lena have to find a way to work together to bring him back safely.
Speed of Life
Jul 31, 2012
Annie investigates a break-in at a high-tech company and reaches out to the FBI for help. But her plan is complicated by Simon's unexpected arrival in town.
This is Not America
Aug 14, 2012
When proprietary American technology is found in an Iranian missile, Annie is sent to Israel where, along with Eyal Lavin, she attempts to discover who leaked the technology.
Hello Stranger
Aug 21, 2012
When the Prime Minister of Yemen arrives in the US for emergency heart surgery, Annie takes on a near-impossible assignment: with a three-hour window, no back-up, and the State Department warning the CIA not to interfere, Annie attempts to turn the Prime Minister's Chief of Staff into a CIA asset.
Loving the Alien
Aug 28, 2012
When Simon invites Annie on a trip to Cuba, she accepts, knowing this is her best opportunity to learn what Simon has been planning. But going to Cuba means Annie won't have any backup if she gets caught.
Glass Spider
Sep 04, 2012
After it's discovered that Jai was investigating Simon Fischer when he was killed, bringing Simon in becomes Arthur's top priority. In the hopes of protecting Simon, Annie requests that she be allowed to bring him in herself.
Suffragette City
Sep 11, 2012
As the life of one the Agency’s best hangs in the balance, the team works to discover the truth after it’s revealed that one of their own might not be who they thought.
Let's Dance
Sep 18, 2012
The CIA attempts to obtain proof that an enemy is hiding in Russia, in the hopes of bringing them to justice.
Rock 'n' Roll Suicide
Oct 16, 2012
When Annie's mission in Russia goes awry, landing her in prison, Auggie, Joan, and Arthur work with an old friend to bring her home safely.
Wishful Beginnings
Oct 23, 2012
Things become complicated for Annie when Eyal Lavin and his boss, Rivka Singer, request the CIA's assistance tracking down a Mossad asset.
Man in the Middle
Oct 30, 2012
After receiving intel from Mossad warning that two suspected terrorists are planning to meet, Annie finds herself in a race against the clock to track down the meeting location before the targets get away.
Scary Monsters (and Super Creeps)
Nov 06, 2012
When a crucial CIA asset disappears from protective custody, Annie and Eyal work to find her before they lose her forever.
Quicksand
Nov 13, 2012
With Auggie in Iraq and Joan out of the office, Annie turns to Eyal to help her track down Khalid Ansari.
Lady Stardust
Nov 20, 2012
When a fellow spy is taken hostage, Annie travels to Amsterdam to eliminate Khalid once and for all.
Season 4
No overview available for this season.
Vamos
Jul 16, 2013
Annie forges a professional relationship with Henry Wilcox while also adjusting to her new romance with Auggie. But when Annie and Auggie head to Columbia searching for a new person of interest: the Puma, the spy game gets serious.
Dig for Fire
Jul 23, 2013
After a bombshell revelation rocks the CIA, Annie and Auggie combine forces with Arthur in an attempt to bring Henry’s hidden agenda to light. Joan finds a personal moment to confide in Annie.
Into the White
Jul 30, 2013
Annie returns to Colombia and must determine Teo Braga’s true allegiances in order to thwart a potential act of terrorism. Joan begins a round of interviews that could significantly alter her career trajectory within the CIA.
Rock a My Soul
Aug 06, 2013
As Annie and Auggie’s romance heats up, both begin to notice how it strains their working relationship within the CIA. Arthur and Henry almost come to blows.
Here Comes Your Man
Aug 13, 2013
Annie is sent to Vienna, and must cut all communication with Auggie. Meanwhile, Joan and Arthur decide to bring in reinforcements.
Space (I Believe In)
Aug 20, 2013
Annie gets involved in an FBI investigation in order to cover her tracks. Elsewhere, Henry presents Annie with a major opportunity.
Crackity Jones
Aug 27, 2013
Annie finds she has met her match when she has to work to halt the illegal sale of deadly weapons and is teamed up with a seasoned operative. Meanwhile, circumstances force Auggie to deal with past demons' and Calder's suspicions of Annie Walker grow.
I've Been Waiting for You
Sep 03, 2013
Annie convinces Teo to turn on one of his men, while Joan makes a decision. Elsewhere, Calder shows his true colors and Auggie faces trouble.
Hang Wire
Sep 10, 2013
Annie must stop Teo from committing a terrible act. Elsewhere, Auggie discovers Calder's allegiances and Arthur seeks help in defending the Campbell name.
Levitate Me
Sep 17, 2013
Annie makes a desperate attempt to take down Henry. Elsewhere, Calder and Annie finally face off.
Dead
Oct 17, 2013
Annie begins her first deep cover operation completely on her own. Meanwhile, Auggie, Joan, Arthur and the rest of the CIA manage the fallout from Annie’s "death" at Calder’s hands.
Something Against You
Oct 24, 2013
Despite his misgivings, Auggie decides to work with Calder on an alternate method to destroy Henry. Joan confronts Auggie about this alliance.
No. 13 Baby
Oct 31, 2013
Henry reaches out to his only ally within Langley, Calder. Joan reveals something during her deposition that puts a wedge between herself and Arthur. An old flame reveals she still holds a torch for Auggie.
River Euphrates
Nov 07, 2013
Annie travels to New York after receiving new intelligence. Elsewhere, Arthur's court date looms nearer, and Joan finds a solid lead.
There Goes My Gun
Nov 14, 2013
Annie, Auggie and Calder go on an unauthorized mission to Hong Kong in the hope of apprehending Henry's courier. Meanwhile, Joan and Arthur reveal a traitor who's been hiding in plain sight.
Trompe le Monde
Nov 21, 2013
Calder wonders if Joan is the only person he can trust when he returns to the United States with good news. Elsewhere, Annie and Auggie continue their work to bring Henry to justice.
Season 5
No overview available for this season.
Shady Lane
Jun 24, 2014
Annie and Auggie consider their future just as a connection from the past resurfaces and leads Annie on a race against time to prevent a terrorist attack on U.S. soil. Elsewhere, tension mounts between Calder and Joan as they wait to see who will become the new DCS and Arthur considers about a career in the private sector.
False Skorpion
Jul 01, 2014
Annie thinks about working with Ryan McQuaid in an effort to catch a terrorist in Venezuela. Auggie is questioned by the NCTC.
Unseen Power of the Picket Fence
Jul 08, 2014
After a botched escape attempt, Annie and McQuaid combine forces to get out of Venezuela. Joan works with Arthur and his new co-worker, Caitlyn Cook, to extract their fellow operatives. Calder’s clandestine affair takes on a new dimension.
Silence Kit
Jul 15, 2014
Annie begins a stake out which ends less than routinely after the CIA discovers that a member of the intelligence community may have leaked confidential intel. Joan and Arthur both vie for a piece of government funding, as Calder’s personal and professional lives collide.
Elevate Me Later
Jul 22, 2014
Auggie's emotional history with a potential asset complicates a mission when he and Annie switch roles as operative and handler in Paris. Joan attempts to play matchmaker for Calder. Arthur heads on his first operation abroad for McQuaid Security.
Embassy Row
Jul 29, 2014
While on an undercover mission, Annie must keep her guard up after she accepts an invitation to the Russian Embassy in Paris. Auggie attempts to juggle more than one relationship, while Joan unravels the details of Arthur’s most recent business trip.
Brink of the Clouds
Aug 05, 2014
Annie and McQuaid search for an off-grid ex-CIA agent in Azerbaijan; Auggie learns upsetting information about an old friend; Calder has a confrontation with Joan.
Grounded
Aug 12, 2014
Annie and Auggie dig into a conspiracy theory about the attack on the CIA; Joan and Calder must make a difficult decision.
Spit on a Stranger
Aug 19, 2014
Annie begins an operation without support from the agency; Calder interrogates Auggie; McQuaid Security has a new recruit.
Sensitive Euro Man
Aug 26, 2014
Annie helps McQuaid with a difficult mission, against Auggie's wishes; Hayley's hunt for the truth becomes more dogged.
Trigger Cut
Nov 06, 2014
McQuaid's health hangs in the balance; Annie seeks information in Istanbul; Arthur takes control of McQuaid Security; Calder has a new recruit.
Starlings of the Slipstream
Nov 13, 2014
Annie searches for a rogue chemist in Germany; questions about Joan's time in the Balkans.
She Believes
Nov 20, 2014
After a startling revelation, Annie works with a new ally; McQuaid and Joan go into the field.
Transport Is Arranged
Dec 04, 2014
Annie and McQuaid must sneak into Russian territory in pursuit of Belenko.
Frontwards
Dec 11, 2014
Annie and McQuaid's relationship deepens while tracking down Belenko's next target.
Gold Soundz
Dec 18, 2014
With Russian Vega Force assassins on their trail, Annie and McQuaid work together to escape.
Series Info
Status
Ended
Seasons
5
Episodes
75
Language
en
Networks
