The Undeclared War

The battle line is online

K122022•47m•6.1/10

War & PoliticsDramaSci-Fi & Fantasy

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6.1/10(97)

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.

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Production

Playground Entertainment, Universal International Studios, Stonehenge Films

Language

Status

Ended

First Aired

June 30, 2022

Last Aired

August 5, 2026

Networks

Channel 4

Created By

Peter Kosminsky

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Seasons & Episodes

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Season

Episode 1

Air date: 2022-06-30

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.

Episode 2

Air date: 2022-07-07

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.

Episode 3

Air date: 2022-07-14

Vadim returns to Russia where his allegiances are tested, leading him to a risky stunt.

Episode 4

Air date: 2022-07-21

With Saara in a difficult position, a revelation forces her hand. Marina moves to London.

Episode 5

Air date: 2022-07-28

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.

Episode 6

Air date: 2022-08-04

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?