The Wargame
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.
Cast: Michael Gove, Nicola Sturgeon, Penny Mordaunt
Miniseries
5 episodes
1. Episode 1The start of the simulation and the first reactions to the Russian threat.CC46minSep 21, 2026
2. Episode 2The escalation of the crisis and the first difficult decisions.CC46minSep 22, 2026
3. Episode 3The pressure inside the sealed COBR room reaches a boiling point.CC46minSep 23, 2026
4. Episode 4The thrilling conclusion of the simulation and the final high-stakes choices.CC46minSep 24, 2026
5. The Wargame: LiveA live studio debate analyzing the decisions made and their real-world implications.CC46minSep 24, 2026
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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.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Nicola Brown, Tom Fulford, Ella Taylor, Zehra Yas
- Studio
