The Assassin has a better hook than a routine hit-list thriller: the family reunion comes first, then the retired assassin’s past catches up. Keeley Hawes as Julie and Freddie Highmore as Edward put the mother-son clash at the centre, giving the action a relationship to complicate.
Where to Watch The Assassin (Season 1) in the UAE
The STARZPLAY UAE-linked title page lists The Assassin and labels it “Free Episodes Exclusive”; it displays one season and links UAE users to the STARZ ON app. The title is therefore available to sample without a subscription, although the page does not state that every episode is free.
If you want premium access, e& lists STARZPLAY at AED 34.99 per month, with a seven-day trial for new users. du lists AED 40 per month and a seven-day trial for new subscribers; its plan page advertises Full HD. The free listing and premium subscription are distinct routes, so check which one you are selecting before signing up.
| Platform | Access | Price | Trial |
|---|---|---|---|
| STARZPLAY / STARZ ON | Free episodes (as labelled on the title page) | Free for those episodes | Not required |
| STARZPLAY via e& | Monthly premium plan | AED 34.99/month | 7 days for new users |
| STARZPLAY via du | Monthly premium plan | AED 40/month | 7 days for new subscribers |
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The Assassin Season 1 Trailer
TMDB’s available official trailer is labelled for AMC+. Watch it below.
What Is It About?
TMDB puts Julie, a retired assassin living on a remote Greek island, back in the path of her estranged son Edward, who has arrived from England with questions about his paternity. Their reunion turns into a flight from the dangerous past that catches up with Julie. The family secret is the fuse; the island escape is the spark.
Seasons and Episodes
This guide focuses on Season 1. TMDB lists two seasons, with six episodes in each.
| Season | Episodes | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 6 | 2025 |
| Season 2 | 6 | 2026 |
Who Is in the Cast?
Keeley Hawes and Freddie Highmore form the show’s central mother-and-son pairing as Julie and Edward. Gerald Kyd, Shalom Brune-Franklin, Devon Terrell and David Dencik round out the credited Season 1 cast as Luka, Kayla Cross, Ezra Cross and Jasper de Voogdt.
Good to Know
Where can I watch The Assassin Season 1 in the UAE?
STARZPLAY’s UAE-linked title page lists The Assassin and labels it “Free Episodes Exclusive”; the page links to the STARZ ON app. The listing displays one season.
What does STARZPLAY cost in the UAE?
The title page labels free episodes. For premium access, e& lists AED 34.99 per month with a seven-day trial for new users, while du lists AED 40 per month with a seven-day trial for new subscribers.
How many episodes are in The Assassin Season 1?
TMDB lists six episodes in Season 1. It lists Season 1 as 2025 and Season 2 as 2026.
Start with the free episodes: Hawes and Highmore’s uneasy reunion gives this island-set chase enough family friction to earn its next twist.
