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Embassy (at Nine Elms), which opened in 2018

Tale

In the midst of an international crisis, career diplomat Kate Wyler is given a high-profile job she’s unqualified for, which has a tectonic impact on her marriage and political future. The producers convinced the American and British governments to allow them to use real-world locations for the series, including the recently opened U.S. Britain allowed filming in the Foreign Secretary’s office, a rare honor for any film or production, especially an American one. The only location that was unavailable was Winfield House, the actual residence of the U.S.

Season 1 ended on a gigantic cliffhanger

ambassador. Although it is accurately described as occupying the largest residential area in London (11 acres) outside of Buckingham Palace, the producers used a country house outside the city for filming purposes. It was presented at the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards (2024). Oh my!

Boy, was I right?

Season 2 almost had a heart attack in the final minutes of season 2. I don’t know if my heart can handle season 3. At first I thought this was a pivotal, slow-burn political drama. Maybe a different kind of *feel good* TV drama like Madame Secretary.

It’s beyond my wildest dreams

The Diplomat will keep you on the edge of your seat every episode. You look at them like a starving animal. This is political theater at its best. Even if it’s only 1-tenth of the truth about what REALLY happens in American politics and the various agencies (CIA, Secret Service, diplomacy), it’s still a wild ride for Keri Russell, who reminded me of the main character why I loved "The Americans" so much. She’s extraordinary!