The Capture (2019)
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While disentangling misinformation from truth in an era of deepfakes, alternative facts and ubiquitous surveillance, investigations of damning video evidence calls into question whether seeing is deceiving.
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- 01
CorrectionCarey teams up with Shaun Emery to try and expose Correction, but Napier is one step ahead. Shaun's future, and that of the nation's system of justice, lie with one person. Carey has a decision to make. - 02
The ScarecrowCarey searches for one suspect, whilst Frank Napier deals with another. As the evidence mounts, and Carey is forced to avert another catastrophe, she begins to fear she might have made a terrible mistake. Not that Napier cares. He's using his own unique brand of interrogation to test Carey's theory.Pierson's first day on the job gets ever more challenging, but as the net tightens for James Whitlock, it looks like SO15 might have made a breakthrough in the case. - 03
Someone to Watch Over MeWith Pierson deemed MIA, Carey finally gains full control of SO15 and immediately releases Whitlock, leaving Figgis with no choice but to act. The Correction Inquiry hears a shocking revelation from Sir Rowan Gill, thrusting Garland into the glare of the world's media. Pierson takes the initiative and, with some help from Wizard, gets back on his feet.E-Squadron go on the offensive, and Carey becomes entangled in an increasingly complex and dangerous situation. Every action she takes appears to have been predicted and premeditated. With few allies left to trust, sacrifice is inevitable – just how far is Rachel Carey willing to go to protect the truth?
Episodes by season
Season01
- S01E01
What Happens in HelmandSeptember 3, 2019When soldier Shaun Emery's conviction for a murder in Afghanistan is overturned because of flawed video evidence, he returns to life as a fr - S01E02
Toy SoldierSeptember 10, 2019After key evidence is mysteriously redacted from her investigation, Carey is forced to find other ways of pursuing Shaun, who is searching f - S01E03
Truffle HogSeptember 17, 2019The stakes intensify for Shaun when he comes face to face with inscrutable CIA agent Frank Napier, whilst Carey's investigation appears to h - S01E04
Blind SpotsSeptember 24, 2019Carey develops a theory as answers begin to reveal themselves, and Shaun finds himself trusting an enigmatic stranger who promises to lead h - S01E05
A Pilgrim of JusticeOctober 1, 2019Neither Carey nor Shaun are prepared for what lies ahead, as the truth, in all its complexity and ambiguity, is revealed to them. - S01E06Season's bestCorrectionOctober 8, 2019Carey teams up with Shaun Emery to try and expose Correction, but Napier is one step ahead. Shaun's future, and that of the nation's system
Season02
- S02E01
Invisible MenAugust 28, 2022DCI Rachel Carey is living a lonely, paranoid existence, struggling with thwarted ambitions while seconded to Counter Terrorism Command's 'm - S02E02
Season's bestMade in ChinaAugust 28, 2022Security Minister Isaac Turner's hacked TV interview sends shockwaves through his personal and professional life, as he struggles with an in - S02E03
Charlie FoxtrotSeptember 4, 2022DCI Carey investigates a TV hack amidst a growing media storm. Security Minister Isaac Turner finds himself engulfed in an unjust furore ove - S02E04
#therealzacturnerSeptember 4, 2022Isaac's paranoia intensifies in the wake of his hacked TV interview, and his family ties are put to the test when claims about his 'love chi - S02E05
Imposter SyndromeSeptember 11, 2022Will Isaac Turner meet his digital doppelgänger? DCI Carey pursues a risky new suspect – will she finally find out who is behind everything? - S02E06
The FlipSeptember 12, 2022The net tightens. After DCI Carey is kidnapped, her instincts are proved right – but she's in more danger than ever before, while Isaac Turn
Season03Best season
- S03E01
Don't Look at the CameraMarch 8, 2026Twelve months after exposing 'Correction' in the most dramatic circumstances, whistleblower Rachel Carey is back, ready to launch Operation - S03E02
Lone WolvesMarch 15, 2026More video evidence of the attack emerges, isolating Carey even further from those around her. With pressure building to find the assassin, - S03E03Season's bestThe ScarecrowMarch 22, 2026Carey searches for one suspect, whilst Frank Napier deals with another. As the evidence mounts, and Carey is forced to avert another catastr
- S03E04
Kill SwitchMarch 29, 2026Carey is under pressure to charge James Whitlock, with Pierson keen for them to work together to close the case. Both soon find they have ot - S03E05
Simon SaysApril 5, 2026Carey and Pierson escape into a network of underground tunnels as Pierson's past comes back to haunt him. Unarmed and with no back-up, Carey - S03E06Someone to Watch Over MeApril 12, 2026With Pierson deemed MIA, Carey finally gains full control of SO15 and immediately releases Whitlock, leaving Figgis with no choice but to ac
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