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Covert Affairs - Episode Guide

Season 1

Pilot

Episode: 1x01 | Airdate: Jul 13, 2010

Pilot

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

Episode: 1x02 | Airdate: Jul 20, 2010

Walter's Walk

Being the new girl in the CIA's Domestic Protection Division, Annie gets the jobs nobody else wants, like doing lunch runs and debriefing the crazy "walk-ins". But after a woman and her son bring Annie evidence of an active IRA group in the United States, Annie finds herself in a race to find them before the cell silences them permanently

South Bound Suarez

Episode: 1x03 | Airdate: Jul 27, 2010

South Bound Suarez

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

Episode: 1x04 | Airdate: Aug 3, 2010

No Quarter

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

Episode: 1x05 | Airdate: Aug 10, 2010

In the Light

After the DPD gets word of an incoming shipment from an arms dealer Hasaan Waleed is entering the USA, Annie sent to try to enlist former CIA operative, Christopher McCauley, and see if he can help with the current situation. However, there are still mixed feelings to what McCauley has in mind of what justice is. Meanwhile Henry Wilcox, former to Arthur's job is having a ceremony to which many don't believe he deserves, including his own son.

Houses of the Holy

Episode: 1x06 | Airdate: Aug 17, 2010

Houses of the Holy

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

Episode: 1x07 | Airdate: Aug 24, 2010

Communication Breakdown

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

Episode: 1x08 | Airdate: Aug 31, 2010

What Is and What Should Never Be

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

Episode: 1x09 | Airdate: Sep 7, 2010

Fool in the Rain

Upon arriving in Toronto, Yahya "Johnny" Rahimi 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

Episode: 1x10 | Airdate: Sep 14, 2010

I Can't Quit You Baby

Annie is sent to London to be a "mark" attempting to be recruited by a group of smugglers. Meanwhile, back at the CIA, the chain of command is tested as Arthur and Joan are forced to bring Henry Wilcox back into the fold.

When the Levee Breaks

Episode: 1x11 | Airdate: Sep 14, 2010

When the Levee Breaks

Annie is forced to confront her past when Ben Mercer walks into CIA Headquarters, and the two are sent to Sri Lanka together to rescue Ben's former asset.

Season 2

Begin the Begin

Episode: 2x01 | Airdate: Jun 7, 2011

Begin the Begin

Ben disappears when he and Annie return to Washington, D.C.; Annie helps protect a Russian tennis player.

Good Advices

Episode: 2x02 | Airdate: Jun 14, 2011

Good Advices

Annie is sent to Paris to cultivate a new asset, but she runs into an old acquaintance -- Mossad agent Eyal Lavin.

Bang and Blame

Episode: 2x03 | Airdate: Jun 21, 2011

Bang and Blame

When a CIA Trainee's name is leaked online, Annie is sent back to Camp Peary (aka "The Farm") to find the leak. But if Annie isn't careful, she could become the next victim of the leak, which would mean the end of her own career.

All the Right Friends

Episode: 2x04 | Airdate: Jun 28, 2011

All the Right Friends

While in Argentina attempting to exchange a spy, an assassin attacks Annie and the spy, Carlo Reni. Forced on the run, Annie and Carlo have to evade arrest and figure out who set them up before the assassin can catch up with them.

Around the Sun

Episode: 2x05 | Airdate: Jul 5, 2011

Around the Sun

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

Episode: 2x06 | Airdate: Jul 12, 2011

The Outsiders

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

Episode: 2x07 | Airdate: Jul 19, 2011

Half a World Away

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. Annie later learns the whole story of Auggie's blindness.

Welcome to the Occupation

Episode: 2x08 | Airdate: Jul 26, 2011

Welcome to the Occupation

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

Episode: 2x09 | Airdate: Aug 2, 2011

Sad Professor

Annie learns a college professor was a CIA operative.

World Leader Pretend

Episode: 2x10 | Airdate: Aug 9, 2011

World Leader Pretend

Annie must make a difficult choice after convincing a scientist to defect to the United States.

The Wake-Up Bomb

Episode: 2x11 | Airdate: Nov 1, 2011

The Wake-Up Bomb

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

Episode: 2x12 | Airdate: Nov 8, 2011

Uberlin

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

Episode: 2x13 | Airdate: Nov 15, 2011

A Girl Like You

Annie tails Eyal Lavin while he's in Washington, D.C., posing as a CIA agent.

Horse to Water

Episode: 2x14 | Airdate: Nov 22, 2011

Horse to Water

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?

Episode: 2x15 | Airdate: Nov 29, 2011

What's the Frequency, Kenneth?

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

Episode: 2x16 | Airdate: Dec 6, 2011

Letter Never Sent

Annie and Danielle's vacation in Stockholm turns dangerous when Danielle is mistaken for a spy, putting her life in danger.

Season 3

Hang On to Yourself

Episode: 3x01 | Airdate: Jul 10, 2012

Hang On to Yourself

The team must pick up the pieces and go after the people responsible for killing one of their own agents.

Sound and Vision

Episode: 3x02 | Airdate: Jul 17, 2012

Sound and Vision

Annie and Auggie are sent to Spain to acquire a computer virus.

Speed of Life

Episode: 3x04 | Airdate: Jul 31, 2012

Speed of Life

The CIA and FBI investigate a break-in at a high-tech company.

This Is Not America

Episode: 3x05 | Airdate: Aug 14, 2012

This Is Not America

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

Episode: 3x06 | Airdate: Aug 21, 2012

Hello Stranger

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

Episode: 3x07 | Airdate: Aug 28, 2012

Loving the Alien

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

Episode: 3x08 | Airdate: Sep 4, 2012

Glass Spider

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

Episode: 3x09 | Airdate: Sep 11, 2012

Suffragette City

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

Episode: 3x10 | Airdate: Sep 18, 2012

Let's Dance

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

Episode: 3x11 | Airdate: Oct 16, 2012

Rock 'n' Roll Suicide

Auggie, Joan and Arthur work with an old friend to bring Annie home from a Russian prison.

Wishful Beginnings

Episode: 3x12 | Airdate: Oct 23, 2012

Wishful Beginnings

Eyal and his boss request the CIA's assistance in tracking a Mossad asset.

Man in the Middle

Episode: 3x13 | Airdate: Oct 30, 2012

Man in the Middle

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.

Quicksand

Episode: 3x15 | Airdate: Nov 13, 2012

Quicksand

With Auggie in Iraq and Joan out of the office, Annie turns to Eyal to help her track down Khalid Ansari.

Lady Stardust

Episode: 3x16 | Airdate: Nov 20, 2012

Lady Stardust

When a fellow spy is taken hostage, Annie travels to Amsterdam to eliminate Khalid once and for all.

Season 4

Vamos

Episode: 4x01 | Airdate: Jul 16, 2013

Vamos

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

Episode: 4x02 | Airdate: Jul 23, 2013

Dig for Fire

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

Episode: 4x03 | Airdate: Jul 30, 2013

Into the White

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

Episode: 4x04 | Airdate: Aug 6, 2013

Rock A My Soul

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

Episode: 4x05 | Airdate: Aug 13, 2013

Here Comes Your Man

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)

Episode: 4x06 | Airdate: Aug 20, 2013

Space (I Believe In)

Annie gets involved in an FBI investigation in order to cover her tracks. Elsewhere, Henry presents Annie with a major opportunity.

Crackity Jones

Episode: 4x07 | Airdate: Aug 27, 2013

Crackity Jones

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

Episode: 4x08 | Airdate: Sep 3, 2013

I've Been Waiting for You

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

Episode: 4x09 | Airdate: Sep 10, 2013

Hang Wire

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

Episode: 4x10 | Airdate: Sep 17, 2013

Levitate Me

Annie makes a desperate attempt to take down Henry; Calder and Annie face off.

Dead

Episode: 4x11 | Airdate: Oct 17, 2013

Dead

Annie begins her deep cover operation on her own; Auggie, Joan and Arthur deal with the fallout from Annie's "death."

Something Against You

Episode: 4x12 | Airdate: Oct 24, 2013

Something Against You

Auggie works with Calder on an alternate method to destroy Henry; Joan confronts Auggie.

No. 13 Baby

Episode: 4x13 | Airdate: Oct 31, 2013

No. 13 Baby

Henry reaches out to Calder; a revelation during Joan's deposition drives a wedge between her and Arthur; an old flame has continued interest in Auggie.

River Euphrates

Episode: 4x14 | Airdate: Nov 7, 2013

River Euphrates

Annie heads to New York to pursue a smoking gun; Arthur's court date nears; Joan is forced into the field.

There Goes My Gun

Episode: 4x15 | Airdate: Nov 14, 2013

There Goes My Gun

Annie, Auggie and Calder go on an unsanctioned mission to Hong Kong; Joan and Arthur unveil a traitor.

Trompe le Monde

Episode: 4x16 | Airdate: Nov 21, 2013

Trompe le Monde

Annie and Auggie try to bring Henry to justice; Calder returns to the United States.

Season 5

Shady Lane

Episode: 5x01 | Airdate: Jun 24, 2014

Shady Lane

Annie and Auggie consider their future; Calder and Joan learn who will be the new DCS; Arthur considers a career in the private sector.

False Skorpion

Episode: 5x02 | Airdate: Jul 1, 2014

False Skorpion

Annie considers working with Ryan McQuaid to catch a terrorist in Venezuela; Auggie is questioned by the NCTC; Calder and Joan maneuver through their new working relationship.

Unseen Power of the Picket Fence

Episode: 5x03 | Airdate: Jul 8, 2014

Unseen Power of the Picket Fence

Annie and McQuaid join forces to escape Venezuela; Joan, Arthur and Caitlyn Cook work to extract the operatives; Calder's affair has a new dimension.

Silence Kit

Episode: 5x04 | Airdate: Jul 15, 2014

Silence Kit

Annie begins a stakeout; the CIA learns that a member of the intelligence community may have leaked intel; Joan and Arthur compete for funding; Calder's personal and professional lives collide.

Elevate Me Later

Episode: 5x05 | Airdate: Jul 22, 2014

Elevate Me Later

Auggie's history with a potential asset causes complications; Joan tries to play matchmaker for Calder; Arthur goes abroad.

Embassy Row

Episode: 5x06 | Airdate: Jul 29, 2014

Embassy Row

Annie accepts an invitation to the Russian Embassy in Paris; Auggie tries to juggle multiple relationships; Joan deciphers Arthur's recent business trip.

Brink of the Clouds

Episode: 5x07 | Airdate: Aug 5, 2014

Brink of the Clouds

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

Episode: 5x08 | Airdate: Aug 12, 2014

Grounded

Annie and Auggie research a conspiracy theory that may shed light on the attack on the CIA. Elsewhere, Joan and Calder make a difficult decision.

Spit on a Stranger

Episode: 5x09 | Airdate: Aug 19, 2014

Spit on a Stranger

Annie initiates an undercover mission without CIA support while Calder interrogates Auggie regarding a breach of protocol. Meanwhile, a new recruit arrives at McQuaid Security.

Sensitive Euro Man

Episode: 5x10 | Airdate: Aug 26, 2014

Sensitive Euro Man


Despite Auggie's wishes, Annie helps McQuaid with a tough mission. Elsewhere, Hayley is determined to find the truth before disaster strikes U.S. soil.

Trigger Cut

Episode: 5x11 | Airdate: Nov 6, 2014

Trigger Cut

Annie heads towards Istanbul where she hopes to apprehend Belenko.

Starlings of the Slipstream

Episode: 5x12 | Airdate: Nov 13, 2014

Starlings of the Slipstream

Annie searches for a rogue chemist in Germany after Auggie uncovers a startling link between the recent attacks on American soil. Elsewhere, Joan's time in the Balkans rouses suspicions after an unplanned polygraph.

She Believes

Episode: 5x13 | Airdate: Nov 20, 2014

She Believes

Annie works with an ally to expose Belenko's misdeeds; McQuaid and Joan head into the field; Calder asks Sydney to make a dangerous gamble.

Transport Is Arranged

Episode: 5x14 | Airdate: Dec 4, 2014

Transport Is Arranged

Annie and McQuaid sneak into Russian territory to find Belenko while Auggie is involved in a confrontation resulting from unanswered questions from his past.

Frontwards

Episode: 5x15 | Airdate: Dec 11, 2014

Frontwards

Annie and McQuaid's relationship deepens as they track down Belenko's next target in Buenos Aires. Calder's pursuit of the truth lands him in hot water. Joan determines that it's in the CIA's best interest to keep Belenko alive.

Gold Soundz

Episode: 5x16 | Airdate: Dec 18, 2014

Gold Soundz

Annie and McQuaid struggle to escape Argentina with assassins hot on their trail; Belenko's final plan is put into action

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