The Excitements

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A brilliant and witty drama unfolds around two elderly female World War II veterans with a secret past who embark on one last adventure to right historic wrongs. The Williamson sisters, now in their late nineties, are beloved figures, frequently appearing at events across the country. Despite their age, Josephine and Penny remain sprightly and eager for excitement. Their latest venture takes them to Paris to receive the Légion d’Honneur for their role in liberating France, accompanied by their devoted gay nephew, Archie. While the press portrays them as Royal Navy and nursing corps heroes, the truth is far more thrilling: Josephine was an intelligence operative whose maps aided the D-Day invasion, and Penny was a spy, risking her life in France. However, their trip to Paris is shrouded in intrigue, as scandal and crime have long followed the sisters. Armed with new information about an old adversary, these decorated veterans aim to settle scores, avenge lost friends, and execute one last daring heist before their illustrious careers conclude. This fast-paced and witty tale celebrates two remarkably clever women who helped save the world, all while maintaining their killer instincts and zest for life.