Vigil

The deeper you go, the darker it gets.

TV-MA2021•58m•7.2/10

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7.2/10(274)

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.

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Production

World Productions, BBC

Language

Status

Returning Series

First Aired

August 29, 2021

Last Aired

August 31, 2026

Networks

BBC One

Created By

Tom Edge

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Seasons & Episodes

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Season

Episode 1

Air date: 2021-08-29

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

Episode 2

Air date: 2021-08-30

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

Episode 3

Air date: 2021-09-05

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

Air date: 2021-09-12

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

Air date: 2021-09-19

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

Air date: 2021-09-26

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.