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John Smith is a fictional character portrayed by Rufus Sewell in the TV series The Man in the High Castle.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled The New World (season 1), they were 47 years old.
They appear in all 40 aired episodes and have accumulated 129294 positive votes.
The character of John Smith is mainly associated with Helen Smith and Inspector Kido.

John Smith

by Rufus Sewell

character

Episodes40

  • 7.8
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    The New World

    episode S1.E1 january 2015
    Joe Blake, a resistance fighter, leaves German New York with cargo for neutral Colorado. In Japanese San Francisco, Juliana Crane receives footage of the Allies winning the war and a bus ticket to Colorado from her sister. There, she meets Joe. Joe reveals a dark secret.
  • 8
    /10

    Sunrise

    episode S1.E2 october 2015
    Frank's fate hangs in the balance as he is held captive by the Kempeitai. Meanwhile, Juliana makes contact with a mysterious man who gives her a clue about the films, and Obergruppenführer Smith is surprised by an unfortunate turn of events.
  • 7.6
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    The Illustrated Woman

    episode S1.E3 november 2015
    Joe and Juliana must act quickly as a vicious bounty hunter known as The Marshal arrives in Canon City. Tagomi makes plans with Wegener to pass valuable secrets from the Reich, and Frank plots his revenge against the Japanese.
  • 7.9
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    Revelations

    episode S1.E4 november 2015
    Joe is increasingly torn between duty and his growing feelings for Juliana. While Ed tries to stop Frank from making an irrevocable decision, Smith's investigation is interrupted when he has trouble with his witness, and Tagomi's plan goes awry as events take a dramatic turn at the Crown Prince's speech.
  • 7.5
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    The New Normal

    episode S1.E5 november 2015
    Juliana returns home, only to discover new clues that lead her closer to unraveling the mystery behind the films. Meanwhile, Joe faces a tough debriefing upon his return home. Kido begins his investigation into the events surrounding the Crown Prince's speech, while Tagomi and Wegener make a last-ditch attempt to complete their mission.
  • 8.2
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    Three Monkeys

    episode S1.E6 november 2015
    Joe celebrates VA day at Smith's house. Juliana accepts a job working for Tagomi as she continues her search for answers. Smith invites an old friend to join the celebrations with surprising results.
  • 7.7
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    Truth

    episode S1.E7 november 2015
    Juliana makes a startling discovery about her sister's death. Frank reflects on recent events and makes an important decision about his future, and Tagomi gains greater insight into Juliana's past.
  • 7.9
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    End of the World

    episode S1.E8 november 2015
    Juliana and Frank make plans to escape the Pacific States, only to be dragged back into danger by Joe as he tries to retrieve a new film. Meanwhile, Smith's loyalty is put to the ultimate test when confronted with a startling family discovery.
  • 8.4
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    Kindness

    episode S1.E9 november 2015
    With time running out, a desperate Frank is forced to put his life on the line to help Joe. The pieces finally fall into place for Smith as he uncovers who was behind the assassination attempt. Tagomi is devastated when he's confronted with the consequences of his scheming, and Kido's investigation takes a dramatic turn when he makes an important discovery.
  • 8.6
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    A Way Out

    episode S1.E10 november 2015
    As revelations abound, Juliana is forced to make the hardest decision of her life. Wegener returns to Germany to carry out his mission. Smith risks becoming the prey as he goes hunting with his assassin, and Kido desperately tries to close his investigation before his time runs out.
  • 7.9
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    The Tiger's Cave

    episode S2.E1 december 2016
    When Julianna allows Joe to flee from the hands of the Resistance, she is questioned on her loyalty, Obergruppenführer John Smith returns with news on the event that almost led to his death and Trade Minister Tagomi is overwhelmed by the vision of life if the Nazis had failed to win World War 2.
  • 7.9
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    The Road Less Traveled

    episode S2.E2 december 2016
    After narrowly escaping death, Juliana discovers a family secret that could have global implications - and leads her to make a life-changing decision. Kido, Tagomi, and Frank all take dangerous risks, while back in New York, Joe settles into a normal routine, only to have it turned upside down when Smith gives him the opportunity he's waited for his whole life.
  • 8.1
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    Travelers

    episode S2.E3 december 2016
    Fighting to acclimatize to the strange new world of Nazi New York, Juliana seeks out the one person she thinks she can trust: Joe Blake. Angry and defiant after Juliana's departure, Frank is drawn to the Resistance movement and its charismatic leader. Joe confronts his own identity when he finally meets his father.
  • 7.7
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    Escalation

    episode S2.E4 december 2016
    Juliana discovers she's far from safe from the Resistance in the Reich. Smith confronts the reality of the lengths he's willing to go to in order to protect his son. And another father - Joe's - tries to persuade him to give Berlin a chance. Frank also has a decision to make: how far is he prepared to go to help the Resistance cause?
  • 7.9
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    Duck and Cover

    episode S2.E5 december 2016
    Joe learns a truth about his past that makes him question everything. The rift between Frank and Ed widens as Frank is drawn further into the Resistance. In order to assure her safety, Juliana must betray someone close to her.
  • 7.7
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    Kintsugi

    episode S2.E6 december 2016
    Nicole introduces Joe to an unexpected side of Berlin, that leads him down a new path. On her new mission, Juliana inserts herself into the Smith's inner circle. Tagomi is finally reunited with his family, only to be faced with the prospect of losing them again.
  • 8
    /10

    Land O' Smiles

    episode S2.E7 december 2016
    As Juliana worms closer to the Smiths, she discovers a dangerous secret. Childan and Ed get themselves in a sticky situation as they try to settle the Yakuza debt. On a Resistance mission, Frank uncovers a Japanese plan that could realize his worst nightmare.
  • 8.6
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    Loose Lips

    episode S2.E8 december 2016
    Juliana gathers intel for the Resistance that could trigger WWIII. When the political situation in Berlin becomes unsafe, Joe must make a choice that could put his life in danger. Frank learns the truth about Juliana, leading him to question his newfound Resistance family.
  • 8.9
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    Detonation

    episode S2.E9 december 2016
    Tagomi faces a dilemma: to stay with his family or return to the world he left behind. Desperate to escape the Reich, Juliana strikes a final, dangerous deal with the Resistance. When Ed reveals a secret that puts the Resistance plan in jeopardy, Frank must decide how to deal with his best friend's betrayal.
  • 9.3
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    Fallout

    episode S2.E10 december 2016
    Tagomi enlists Kido in a deception to save Japan from destruction. As Smith's life crumbles around him, he makes a dangerously bold play to hold onto his power. Joe tries to do the right thing but suffers the ultimate betrayal. Juliana must make a heart-wrenching choice that will shape the future of the world.
  • 7.6
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    Now More Than Ever, We Care About You

    episode S3.E1 october 2018
    Juliana Crain makes a new acquaintance in the Neutral Zone - an Irish fixer named Wyatt - and soon finds herself on the run and seeking Tagomi's aid. The Japanese test an atomic bomb. Joe Blake is sent on a diplomatic mission to San Francisco. Kido hires a new sergeant. Nicole Dormer arrives in New York to head a new propaganda campaign. The Smiths struggle with the aftermath of Thomas' death.
  • 7.6
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    Imagine Manchuria

    episode S3.E2 october 2018
    Juliana recognizes that her and Tagomi's fates are intertwined. Tagomi and Admiral Inokuchi realize the Reich is imposing a covert oil embargo on the Pacific States. Reichsmarschall Rockwell and J. Edgar Hoover plot against John Smith. Helen starts therapy to cope with her grief over Thomas, and takes drastic action to protect her family. Kido and Tagomi clash over Juliana.
  • 7.7
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    Sensô Kôi

    episode S3.E3 october 2018
    Juliana and Tagomi pursue the mysteries of the films and Juliana reunites with an old friend. Childan is anxious to return to San Francisco now that the reprisals have stopped, but a potential new romance makes Ed reluctant to leave. Kido receives intelligence that sets him on a new path. Smith finds himself celebrated by Nazi high society at a screening of Nicole's new film about Thomas.
  • 7.5
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    Sabra

    episode S3.E4 october 2018
    A new community fights for survival in the Neutral Zone. Juliana and Joe get reacquainted, while Joe continues his undercover work for Himmler. Wyatt drops in on Juliana in San Francisco. Smith's past rises up to haunt him. Ed and Childan face a challenge on their way home to San Francisco. As tensions between the Reich and the Empire rise, Tagomi finds his life may be in danger.
  • 8.6
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    The New Colossus

    episode S3.E5 october 2018
    As the Reichsführer continues to provoke the Japanese Pacific States, Juliana barely escapes a deadly situation and discovers a trove of Nazi secrets. John Smith tangles with his political adversary. The Nazis prepare for "Year Zero." Joe and Juliana come to a turning point in their relationship.
  • 7.9
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    History Ends

    episode S3.E6 october 2018
    With Wyatt's aid, Juliana flees San Francisco with the stolen Nazi secrets. Childan can finally return home; Ed decides to stay in the Neutral Zone. Tagomi makes revelations to Kido that change Kido's perspective. John Smith's career takes a turn.
  • 7.6
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    Excess Animus

    episode S3.E7 october 2018
    Juliana embarks on a mission to stop the Nazis - a mission that reunites her with old friends. Thelma and Nicole grow closer, despite the risks. Smith learns more about the Nazis' efforts into alt-world travel. Kido demands Tagomi come clean about the films and his ability to travel. Kido coaxes crucial intelligence from Childan.
  • 7.9
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    Kasumi (Through the Mists)

    episode S3.E8 october 2018
    Juliana realizes time might be running out, but recruiting supporters continues to prove challenging. Tagomi finds himself in a dangerous life-or-death struggle. In therapy, Helen Smith crosses a line. Kido pursues his target in the Neutral Zone.
  • 8.4
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    Baku

    episode S3.E9 october 2018
    Juliana and Wyatt's mission takes them farther east and dangerously close to the center of a top-secret Nazi project. Trying to improve relations between their sides, Tagomi reaches out to Smith. Smith makes a crucial discovery. Kido finds closure.
  • 8.8
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    Jahr Null

    episode S3.E10 october 2018
    Juliana's attempt to stop the Nazis lands her in a precarious position. Himmler and John Smith lead a lavish celebration of Year Zero. Amid a series of successes, Smith faces a setback. Kido returns to San Francisco with a prize, performs an act of kindness for a friend. Tagomi makes a difficult decision. Ed returns to San Francisco and reconnects with Childan.
  • 7.3
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    Hexagram 64

    episode S4.E1 november 2019
    Juliana Crain finds herself in a new world; in the wake of an attack on Trade Minister Tagomi, Chief Inspector Kido starts a crackdown against the suspected culprits -- the Black Communist Rebellion.
  • 7.5
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    Every Door Out...

    episode S4.E2 november 2019
    John Smith gets key intelligence from his officers at the Die Nebenwelt complex, while back at home he struggles with his family's changing dynamics; Bell Mallory and the BCR join forces with Wyatt Price's rebels.
  • 8.1
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    The Box

    episode S4.E3 november 2019
    Wyatt's rebels and the BCR join forces to attack Tokyo's elite at Childan's auction; Helen comes back to the Reich to protect her children; Kido gets an unexpected call from the Yakuza; Smith sends an assassin to kill Juliana.
  • 7.9
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    Happy Trails

    episode S4.E4 november 2019
    John and Helen host Himmler and his wife for dinner, along with a new, dangerous threat from Berlin; Juliana returns to the High Castle world, arriving in the destroyed ruins of what is now known as "The District of Contamination."
  • 8.5
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    Mauvaise Foi

    episode S4.E5 november 2019
    John Smith must confront the choices he has made; the Empire attempts secret peace talks with the BCR; Kido arrests a traitor, threatening to divide the Japanese against themselves; Helen is assigned a new security minder.
  • 8
    /10

    All Serious Daring

    episode S4.E6 november 2019
    John Smith discovers that one can get lost on the path not taken. Juliana attempts to decode hidden messages from Abendsen. Amid voices of dissent, Bell devises a new strategy for the BCR. Kido must decide where his true loyalties lie, even if it costs him the Empire.
  • 7.9
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    No Masters but Ourselves

    episode S4.E7 november 2019
    The BCR launches a massive assault across the JPS, and Kido finds the fate of the Empire in his hands. Childan becomes a captive of the Kempeitai. Helen resolves to support her husband by re-entering public life. Juliana and Wyatt arrive in New York to plan a daring new strategy against Smith.
  • 7.9
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    Hitler Has Only Got One Ball

    episode S4.E8 november 2019
    Juliana's instincts about Helen are put to the ultimate test. As San Francisco evacuates, Kido goes in search of his son, only to find himself a captive. A letter arrives, forever changing Childan and Yukiko's lives. The BCR receives an unexpected offer of help from the Yakuza. Abendsen condemns Smith with his final prediction.
  • 8.9
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    For Want of a Nail

    episode S4.E9 november 2019
    Smith and Helen's true loyalties are placed on trial by an old nemesis. The BCR struggles to maintain order across the JPS. Kido is forced to confront his atrocities. Bands of roving vigilantes threaten Childan and Yukiko.
  • 6
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    Fire from the Gods

    episode S4.E10 november 2019
    On the brink of an inevitable Nazi invasion, the BCR brace for impact as Kido races against the clock to find his son. Childan offers everything he has to make his way back to Yukiko. Helen is forced to choose whether or not to betray her husband, as she and Smith travel by high speed train to the Portal - with Juliana and Wyatt lying in wait.

Best moments10

  • 8.9
    /10
    87% of the votes

    For Want of a Nail

    episode S4.E9 november 2019
    Smith and Helen's true loyalties are placed on trial by an old nemesis. The BCR struggles to maintain order across the JPS. Kido is forced to confront his atrocities. Bands of roving vigilantes threaten Childan and Yukiko.
  • 8.5
    /10
    86% of the votes

    Mauvaise Foi

    episode S4.E5 november 2019
    John Smith must confront the choices he has made; the Empire attempts secret peace talks with the BCR; Kido arrests a traitor, threatening to divide the Japanese against themselves; Helen is assigned a new security minder.
  • 8.1
    /10
    72% of the votes

    Travelers

    episode S2.E3 december 2016
    Fighting to acclimatize to the strange new world of Nazi New York, Juliana seeks out the one person she thinks she can trust: Joe Blake. Angry and defiant after Juliana's departure, Frank is drawn to the Resistance movement and its charismatic leader. Joe confronts his own identity when he finally meets his father.
  • 7.9
    /10
    68% of the votes

    Happy Trails

    episode S4.E4 november 2019
    John and Helen host Himmler and his wife for dinner, along with a new, dangerous threat from Berlin; Juliana returns to the High Castle world, arriving in the destroyed ruins of what is now known as "The District of Contamination."
  • 9.3
    /10
    68% of the votes

    Fallout

    episode S2.E10 december 2016
    Tagomi enlists Kido in a deception to save Japan from destruction. As Smith's life crumbles around him, he makes a dangerously bold play to hold onto his power. Joe tries to do the right thing but suffers the ultimate betrayal. Juliana must make a heart-wrenching choice that will shape the future of the world.
  • 8.6
    /10
    67% of the votes

    Loose Lips

    episode S2.E8 december 2016
    Juliana gathers intel for the Resistance that could trigger WWIII. When the political situation in Berlin becomes unsafe, Joe must make a choice that could put his life in danger. Frank learns the truth about Juliana, leading him to question his newfound Resistance family.
  • 8.1
    /10
    67% of the votes

    The Box

    episode S4.E3 november 2019
    Wyatt's rebels and the BCR join forces to attack Tokyo's elite at Childan's auction; Helen comes back to the Reich to protect her children; Kido gets an unexpected call from the Yakuza; Smith sends an assassin to kill Juliana.
  • 7.5
    /10
    62% of the votes

    Every Door Out...

    episode S4.E2 november 2019
    John Smith gets key intelligence from his officers at the Die Nebenwelt complex, while back at home he struggles with his family's changing dynamics; Bell Mallory and the BCR join forces with Wyatt Price's rebels.
  • 7.9
    /10
    61% of the votes

    Hitler Has Only Got One Ball

    episode S4.E8 november 2019
    Juliana's instincts about Helen are put to the ultimate test. As San Francisco evacuates, Kido goes in search of his son, only to find himself a captive. A letter arrives, forever changing Childan and Yukiko's lives. The BCR receives an unexpected offer of help from the Yakuza. Abendsen condemns Smith with his final prediction.
  • 7.9
    /10
    61% of the votes

    End of the World

    episode S1.E8 november 2015
    Juliana and Frank make plans to escape the Pacific States, only to be dragged back into danger by Joe as he tries to retrieve a new film. Meanwhile, Smith's loyalty is put to the ultimate test when confronted with a startling family discovery.

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