From the enthralling realm of espionage, Netflix’s Spy Ops has emerged as another true crime series from the OTT mogul that aims to shock the masses. The eight-episode-long documentary series unveils the inner workings of successful covert missions carried out by agencies like the CIA, MI6, and Mossad. The Spy Ops series encompasses seven distinct operations, ranging from overthrowing dictators to assassination attempts.

Among those, it also featured the harrowing truths behind the 1972 Munich Olympics attack and USA’s involvement with the Taliban, and a Cold War-era mission to retrieve a submerged nuclear submarine. As it delved into discussions with former agency operatives, Spy Ops shed light on many such missions that took place between the seventies to the present day.

Through these insiders, the series successfully delivered a gripping narrative of their tactical decision-making processes while operating on the front lines of these missions. Since its launch three days ago, many people have taken to the OTT mogul to catch the riveting show. And the verdict about its performance is in, courtesy of social media.

So, judging by the response Spy Ops got from the audiences, it is safe to say that it comes highly recommended. Many true crime enthusiasts who have watched it already took to X to relay their feelings for it. 

Netizens pour in glowing reviews for Spy Ops

Like another 2022 true crime documentary called Our Father on Netflix, Spy Ops displayed a deeply researched and nuanced representation. Evidently, most users described it as a great watch with eye-opening revelations. Especially for those who love a dose of deep diving into espionage-related mysteries. One user even called it “one of the best docs ever“.

After deeming it “interesting”, one user recommended people watch it. Another fan compared it to a fictional spy-thriller by saying that it was a “real life James Bond” type series.

Meanwhile, the show even moved some viewers to tears through the episodes that covered the atrocities in Afghanistan and 9/11.

With such stellar reviews, it is safe to say this rich-in-information series is a must-watch for true crime lovers. Despite the many disturbing revelations, it does the job of enlightening audiences perfectly.

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