Harry Pearce. Gord Lacey of TVShowsOnDVD called the second series "such a fun series", a "plausible spy show" and "a great show, [...] another solid BBC release. The second series of the British spy drama television series Spooks (known as MI-5 in the United States) began broadcasting on 2 June 2003 on BBC One, ending on 11 August 2003. The second episode attracted controversy for depicting a plot where a mosque is used to recruit suicide bombers; the controversy attracted near a thousand complaints and negative responses from key figures of Muslim groups across the United Kingdom. and Peter Firth as Harry Pearce Guests. Meanwhile, MI5 is called in to deal with the theft of a billion dollars from a well known bank - that also handles government accounts. It consists of ten episodes. The first series of the British spy drama television series Spooks began broadcasting on 13 May 2002 on BBC One, and ended on 17 June 2002. Season 1 Season 2 Season 3 Season 4 Season 5 Season 6 Season 7 Season 8 Season 9 Season 10. Danny goes undercover as a commodities trader to find out what the bank and the chancellor's office aren't telling the team. [39] The second series cliffhanger was the public's second favourite moment in television, beaten only by the surprise return of "Dirty Den" Watts from the soap opera EastEnders. Keep track of everything you watch; tell your friends. Season 2 guide for Spooks TV series - see the episodes list with schedule and episode summary. Rade Serbedzija. The fourth series of Spooks began transmission on Monday 12 September 2005 on BBC One at 9 pm with the first of a two-part story. Spooks Season 2 Episodes... s02e01 - Episode 1; s02e02 - Episode 2; s02e03 - Episode 3; s02e04 - Episode 4; s02e05 - Episode 5; s02e06 - Episode 6; s02e07 - Episode 7; s02e08 - Episode 8; s02e09 - Episode 9; s02e10 - Episode 10; Spooks Show Summary. Was this review helpful to you? [25][26], The episode also received negative reactions from key members of many Muslim organisations across the country. He later takes over Tom's position as Section Chief after the latter jeopardised an important operation. Michael Mackenzie of The Digital Fix commented that "the chain events leading up to the chaotic final episode" was "extremely set up", even though he opined that Macfadyen had "always been the weakest actor in the ensemble". The second series of the British spy drama television series Spooks (known as MI-5 in the United States) began broadcasting on 2 June 2003 on BBC One, ending on 11 August 2003. Spooks: Code 9 (TV Series 2008) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. The BBC denied that the episode had any influence on the incidents however, and the West Midlands Police ruled that there was no evidence linking the attacks to the programme. The second series of the television drama series centring on a team of counter-terrorist spies collectively known as "Spooks" because of the shadowy nature of their existence. 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When Lightwood is found literally, The Grid (the team's offices) is in lockdown for an EERIE (Extreme Emergency Response Initiative Exercise) drill of a hypothetical terrorist attack in London. Meanwhile Tom's relationship with the doctor continues to develop, and Zoe gets a pleasant surprise - and then a nasty shock - about her banker beau. This page is a full, ordered list of every episode of Spooks, which has (to date) run for more than 80 episodes over nine series from 13 May 2002 to the present day. Anyone who has seen the first season of [Spooks] figured out very fast that the show has absolutely no problem doing the unexpected, or doing terrible, terrible, oh-god-so-terrible things to its main characters. [n 4], The second series received generally favourable reviews. Juliet Shaw. Erin Watts [ 2011 ] Geoffrey Streatfeild. Season 3 guide for Spooks TV series - see the episodes list with schedule and episode summary. These elements agree that for Britain to survive the threats posed by modern day terrorism, democracy had to be replaced with rule by committee. The series consists of ten episodes. Technically speaking, Spooks don't even exist--they have no names, identities, or known locations. A trader from a prestigious British bank steals a billion dollars and he is later found crucified.MI5 is called in even though it should be a job for the police.Danny goes undercover as a trader and it seems that the bank has been laundering for a former Russian agent who has now become a gangster.Although the episode deals with the world of international finance, it does not get lost with the mumbo jumbo of financial jargon.This is an episode where some characters have hidden secrets revealed. RUPERT PENRY-JONES. It consists of ten episodes. [33] However, it was also voted tenth in the "Worst Drama" category. Landmann noticed the main focus towards Tom throughout the series that builds until he "becomes somewhat of a haunted soul" with the final minutes being "so powerful they affected how I felt for the next couple of days; I kept thinking about the character and the tragic events that happened to him". Roshan Seth. If you have seen it, you know exactly what I mean. The next day (13 September) the second episode was shown. Want to share IMDb's rating on your own site? [ Episode 1] Serbian terrorists are threatening the heart of the government. Spooks. Two former inmates are released from jail and set to launch an attack in London. It consists of ten episodes. Blood & Money In the United Kingdom, the box set was released with a "15" British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) certificate (meaning it is unsuitable for viewing by those under the age of 15 years).[20]. Rupert Penry-Jones as Adam Carter. Track Spooks season 2 episodes. Tense drama series about the different challenges faced by the British Security Service. All episodes of Spooks. [19], Not all reviews were positive. With Tom as the emergency executive officer, the team is told that, Harry's house is burgled by small time thieves, with a briefcase among the items stolen. Once again, Tom must choose between saving the country or saving his relationship. This FAQ is empty. Zoe finds that her new boyfriend works in a bank. OLGA SOSNOVSKA. [40], The second series was first released on a DVD box set in the United Kingdom (Region 2) on 20 September 2004. Five of the episodes contain audio commentary tracks, and all (with the exception of the second) include their own behind-the-scenes featurettes. Meanwhile, MI5 is called in to deal with the theft of a billion dollars from a well known bank - that also handles government accounts. Watch Spooks - Season 4, Episode 6 - Episode 6: When MI5 get information that a suspect is coordinating an attack from prison, they make a decision to release him. "[27] Ahtsham Ali of the Islamic Society of Britain claimed that the episode "adds fuel to the fire of already negative perceptions of Muslims and fans the flames of British National Party rhetoric. Hugh Simon as Malcolm Wynn-Jones. Written by Watch Spooks S01e04 - srinceentv on Dailymotion. Paul Knight and Barney Pilling were nominated for a British Academy Television (BAFTA) Craft award for Editing in Fiction/Entertainment, but lost out to Mark Day for his work on the 2003 serial State of Play. (23 Jun 2003). A former KGB officer turned Mafioso is pulling strings in the bank - and possibly in the government - to launder the cash. December 4, 2004. Series 1 Series 2 Series 3 Series 4 Series 5 Series 6 Series 7 Series 8 Series 9 Series 10 Full lists of the names of the cast and crew for Series 4, Episode 1 of BBC ONE drama Spooks. A former KGB officer turned Mafioso is pulling strings in the bank - and possibly in the government - to launder the cash. Ruth Evershed left after episode 5; the actor playing the part, Nicola Walker was expecting her first child. Meanwhile, MI5 is called in to deal with the theft of a billion dollars from a well known bank - that also handles government accounts. Yet these secret agents are all that stand between the nation and the terrorists who try to undermine national security. Miranda Raison as Jo Portman. Ruth might had joined MI5 from GCHQ but her loyalties are split. Season 2, Episode 4 Blood and Money First Aired: December 10, 2004 MI5 tracks a thief who robbed the last British family-owned bank in London and plants an undercover agent in the bank. "I Spy Apocalypse" was rebroadcast on BBC One two weeks after its original BBC Three broadcast, on 7 July 2003. An edited 50-minute showing of the first series finale that aired in the United States is also included. The DVD release of the series in America contained the uncut episodes. Spooks centres on the actions of Section D, a counter-terrorism division of the British Security Services (MI5). "[30], The second series was nominated for two awards, winning one of them. [37] Macfadyen and Hawes were also listed in the "Most Desirable Star" category, having voted seventh and third, respectively. Dimitri Levendis [ 2010 - 2011 ] Lara Pulver. Ordway further felt it was "poorly acted", the rapid cuts and frantic editing "doesn't work" to make it more entertaining, and that the attempts for complexity were "painful". The second series was released on DVD on 20 September 2004 in Region 2, 11 January 2005 in Region 1, and 21 March 2005 in Region 4. 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