Allegiance
Season 1
“His first case in the CIA... his own family.”
Created by: George Nolfi
Network: NBC
Season aired: 2015-02-05
Overview
Alex O'Connor, a young idealistic CIA analyst specializing in Russian affairs, learns a shocking secret and his close-knit, affluent family is about to be split apart when it's revealed that his parents, Mark and Katya, are covert Russian spies deactivated decades ago. But today the Kremlin has re-enlisted them into service as they plan a terrorist operation inside the U.S. border that will bring America to its knees.
Episodes · 13
Pilot
A CIA rookie gets his first case and unknowingly investigates his parents, who are part of a Russian sleeper cell.
Teamwork
Katya manipulates Alex and makes him think he's mistaken when he almost exposes his parents as spies, but her lies lead to a rift in the family. Meanwhile, Victor is warned to keep the O'Connors under control and Alex teams up with an FBI agent.
Surreptitious Entry
In the aftermath of a violent shootout, Alex must convince the FBI to risk a dangerous covert operation to find Mikhail’s hidden cache. Meanwhile, Katya discovers one of Natalie’s most dangerous secrets, and forces her to choose between love and family.
Chasing Ghosts
A surprising discovery leaves Alex reeling as he tries to adjust his theories in light of what he found at Philadelphia City Hall. Meanwhile, the Rezident questions Katya and Mark's dedication and Natalie discovers the dangers of Black Dagger.
Tipping Point
The FBI think they have a mole, so an investigation gets underway, and it puts Alex at war with his own ethics. Elsewhere, Victor devises a new method for staying on top of the O'Connors and Natalie makes a grievous error while searching for a lead.
Liars and Thieves
Natalie relies on an outsider to obtain crucial info for her. Meanwhile, Sam and Alex make a dangerous move to detain an SVR source and Katya implores Alex to give her some breathing room with the task force, which leads Alex to confront Victor.
Stranger in a Strange Land
The O'Connors send the task force on a wild goose chase to Italy, while Alex tracks down the Black Dagger triggerman.
The Arrival
Victor spies on the Rezident, Alex reveals a big secret to Michelle, and Sam grows increasingly suspicious of the boy genius.
Clean Hands
Michelle's shooting puts Alex at odds with the task force. The Black Dagger triggerman makes his next move.
A Convenient Place to Die
Wanted in connection to Michelle's disappearance, Alex accepts help from an unlikely ally. Natalie and Victor adjust to life on the run.
Blowback
The whole O'Connor clan go on the run, trying to escape both the FBI and the SVR while also plotting to expose Faber as the FBI mole.
Those Who Help Themselves
Sam and Alex join forces to find Oscar Christoph. Victor plots to take down the Rezident.
Family Crisis
With time running out, the O'Connors race to stop Black Dagger. Victor faces off with the Rezident. Natalie and Sarah must outsmart SVR agents to stay alive.
