The Undeclared War(2022)
The battle line is online
In the post-pandemic world of 2024 during an upcoming British general election involving the UK’s first Black Conservative prime minister, a leading team of analysts at the heart of the UK’s NSA-style spy agency GCHQ attempt to ward off a cyber-attack on the country’s electoral system.
- Created by:
- Peter Kosminsky
- First aired:
- 2022-06-30
- Country:
- GB
- Network:
- Channel 4
Episodes
1. Episode 1
★ 3.42022-06-30 · 47m
A young intern's first day at GCHQ coincides with a major cyberattack on the UK. To win her superiors' trust, she breaks ranks to analyse the malware code without permission and uncovers a greater threat missed by others.
2. Episode 2
★ 2.62022-07-07 · 47m
Saara befriends John, a veteran GCHQ staffer, and seeks help from Gabriel in decrypting a message in the virus. Danny signs off on Saara attending a cyber conference with US agent Kathy, aware that Russian intelligence will also be there.
3. Episode 3
★ 2.32022-07-14 · 56m
Vadim returns to Russia where his allegiances are tested, leading him to a risky stunt.
4. Episode 4
★ 2.12022-07-21 · 47m
With Saara in a difficult position, a revelation forces her hand. Marina moves to London.
5. Episode 5
★ 2.12022-07-28 · 47m
Signs of irregularity in the UK general election result prompt political unrest, and the nation's relationship with its allies is threatened. Saara makes a devastating discovery.
6. Episode 6
★ 3.22022-08-04 · 47m
As the true extent of Russia's interference with the UK becomes clear, Saara and her former classmate join forces. Can they uncover the hidden code and prevent a war?
Where to watch
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Cast
Hannah Khalique-Brown
Saara Parvan
Simon Pegg
Danny Patrick
Maisie Richardson-Sellers
Kathy Freeman
Adrian Lester
PM Andrew Makinde
