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.
Episodes
The start of the simulation and the first reactions to the Russian threat.
The escalation of the crisis and the first difficult decisions.
The pressure inside the sealed COBR room reaches a boiling point.
The thrilling conclusion of the simulation and the final high-stakes choices.
A live studio debate analyzing the decisions made and their real-world implications.
