Colditz

S02E06 Ace in the Hole

The presence of Squadron Leader Tony Shaw, one of Britain’s elite fighter pilots, sparks debates among the German officials about the best way to manage such a valuable prisoner. Surprisingly, Shaw shows little interest in his status; instead, he prefers to delve into English literature alongside his fellow captive, James Porteous. However, Simon Carter’s persistent urging for Shaw to take charge of escape plans poses a dilemma: will Shaw choose a quiet life of study, or will he be drawn into the chaos of escape attempts?