The Troops
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Set against the backdrop of ongoing geopolitical uncertainty, The Troops, will take viewers to the front line of modern soldiering and paint an illuminating, multifaceted picture of what it means to serve in the British Army in 2025.
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Seasons & Episodes
Season 1
3 episodes
E01
Episode 1
Mon, Nov 3 2025 6:00 AM GMT+0000
57 min
A Scottish battalion heads to Nato's war game while another packs for Cyprus. Meanwhile, ceremonial drills begin back at home in preparation for the King's summer stay at Balmoral.
E02
Episode 2
Mon, Nov 3 2025 6:00 AM GMT+0000
58 min
Scots defend trenches in Estonia while others scout enemy lines and protect HQ. In Catterick, chaos reigns in riot training, while ceremonial troops in Edinburgh fight for redemption.
E03
Episode 3
Mon, Nov 3 2025 6:00 AM GMT+0000
58 min
Under fire in Estonia, HQ falls and Shep takes command. Back home, there are goodbyes, scars, and one final performance to mark the end of duty and the start of something new.