
“Every move matters.”
Set in a fictional near-future, it simulates how the UK government might respond to a Russian attack on British soil. Real former politicians, military leaders, and intelligence officials - including Michael Gove, Nicola Sturgeon, and Penny Mordaunt - play key government roles in a COBR-style crisis room. Blending documentary and drama, the series aims to give viewers an inside look at high-level decision-making during a national security emergency.
Browse episodes by season for this series.


2026-09-21
Aired 2026-09-21
The start of the simulation and the first reactions to the Russian threat.

2026-09-22
Aired 2026-09-22
The escalation of the crisis and the first difficult decisions.

2026-09-23
Aired 2026-09-23
The pressure inside the sealed COBR room reaches a boiling point.

2026-09-24
Aired 2026-09-24
The thrilling conclusion of the simulation and the final high-stakes choices.

2026-09-24
Aired 2026-09-24
A live studio debate analyzing the decisions made and their real-world implications.










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