The first look at Simu Liu‘s new high-stakes spy series is here. Peacock released the teaser trailer for The Copenhagen Test, giving viewers a thrilling introduction to a world where an intelligence agent can’t trust his own mind. The trailer debuted on October 12, 2025, during a New York Comic Con panel featuring star Simu Liu, who also serves as an executive producer on the series.
The series is set to premiere exclusively on Peacock on December 27, 2025.
The Story Behind ‘The Copenhagen Test’
The Copenhagen Test is an espionage thriller that follows a first-generation Chinese-American intelligence analyst named Alexander Hale, played by Simu Liu. The core of the story revolves around a terrifying concept: Hale discovers that his brain has been hacked. This breach gives unknown perpetrators complete access to everything he sees and hears, turning his own mind into a weapon against him.
Caught between his own shadowy government agency and the mysterious hackers, Alexander is trapped. To survive and uncover the truth, he must pretend everything is normal and perform around the clock to flush out those responsible. His mission is not just to stop the hackers, but to prove where his true allegiance lies. The official logline states he “must maintain a performance 24/7 to flush out who’s responsible and prove where his allegiance lies.”
Breaking Down the Action-Packed Teaser
The newly released teaser is a quick, tense 20-second look into Alexander Hale’s dangerous new reality. It opens with high-stakes action, including explosions and intense fight scenes. Liu’s character is seen alongside his co-star Melissa Barrera, who plays a character named Michelle. The two are shown fighting side-by-side, suggesting a partnership forged in crisis.
The dialogue in the trailer hints at the immense pressure Hale is under. “I would never knowingly betray my own country,” he insists at one point, indicating he is under suspicion. The gravity of his situation is made clear with a stark warning: “If it’s suspected that you’re compromised, you’re dead.” This leaves Hale profoundly isolated, culminating in his confession, “I don’t know who I can trust anymore.” The teaser also hints at a complex relationship with Barrera’s character, Michelle, ending with a steamy kiss between them that leaves viewers questioning her true motives.
The Stars and Creative Minds
Simu Liu leads the cast as Alexander Hale, taking on an executive producer role for the series. He is joined by Melissa Barrera as Michelle, a deceptive character described as someone who “will keep everyone guessing.” The main cast also includes Sinclair Daniel as Parker, an intelligence officer navigating a new world; Brian D’Arcy James as John Moira, a tough-decision-making boss and mentor; Mark O’Brien as Cobb, an ambitious agent; and Kathleen Chalfant as St. George, a leader focused on long-term strategy.
The series was created by Thomas Brandon, who also acts as co-showrunner, writer, and executive producer. He is joined by co-showrunner Jennifer Yale. The project boasts a strong producing team, including legendary horror and thriller director James Wan through his company Atomic Monster. The series is a production of UCP, a division of Universal Studio Group.
When and Where to Watch
Fans won’t have to wait long to see the full story unfold. The Copenhagen Test is scheduled to premiere on Peacock on December 27, 2025. The series will consist of eight episodes, making it a compact and likely intense binge-watching experience for the winter break.
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