Vigil

58min

Drama

Crime

The mysterious disappearance of a Scottish fishing trawler and a death on-board the submarine HMS Vigil bring the police into conflict with the Navy and British security services. DCI Amy Silva and DS Kirsten Longacre lead an investigation on land and at sea into a conspiracy that goes to the very heart of Britain’s national security.

Production Companies

World Productions

BBC

Episodes

Cast

Episode 1

1. Episode 1

58min

29th Aug 2021

When a crew member is found dead aboard the Trident nuclear submarine HMS Vigil, Detective Amy Silva is flown out to investigate.

Episode 2

2. Episode 2

58min

30th Aug 2021

With Vigil in danger, Amy must fight to continue her investigation. Meanwhile, Kirsten’s enquiries lead to tragedy.

Episode 3

3. Episode 3

58min

5th Sep 2021

Kirsten’s investigation takes her into the heart of Scottish politics, but when she unearths a navy cover-up, it leaves Amy questioning who she can trust on Vigil.

Episode 4

4. Episode 4

58min

12th Sep 2021

Kirsten closes in on the killer, but their capture reveals the grave threat that Vigil faces. On the submarine, Amy makes a terrifying discovery.

Episode 5

5. Episode 5

58min

19th Sep 2021

Vigil is forced into lockdown as disaster strikes. With communication lost, Kirsten desperately hunts for clues to the source of the threat to Vigil.

Episode 6

6. Episode 6

58min

26th Sep 2021

Amy is trapped and running out of time, but will assistance arrive too late? On land, Kirsten chases down the traitor’s accomplice. When the traitor on Vigil puts their plans into action, the crew are forced to fight for their lives.

First air date

29th Aug 2021

Last air date

19th Dec 2023

Status

Returning Series

Type

Scripted

Original language

en

Networks