“The War Between Land and Sea Premieres on BBC iPlayer, BBC One Dec 7”
The highly anticipated series, The War Between the Land and Sea, is set to premiere on December 7. Viewers can catch the thrilling double bill starting at 8:30 p.m. UK time on both BBC iPlayer and BBC One.
Plot Overview
This five-part series centers on Barclay, portrayed by Russell Tovey. He is a low-level staff member at UNIT whose mundane life is upended when an ancient species emerges from the ocean. In a critical moment, Barclay becomes humanity’s ambassador during a summit on the Thames, where the enigmatic character Salt, played by Gugu Mbatha-Raw, appears from a mysterious tank. The narrative unfolds as UNIT, under the command of Kate Lethbridge-Stewart, portrayed by Jemma Redgrave, struggles to maintain control while facing an impending threat to humanity.
Cast Details
The series boasts a talented ensemble cast. Key actors include:
- Russell Tovey as Barclay
- Gugu Mbatha-Raw as Salt
- Jemma Redgrave as Kate Lethbridge-Stewart
- Ruth Madeley as Shirley Bingham
- Alexander Devrient as Colonel Christofer Ibrahim
- Colin McFarlane as General Austin Pierce
Additional cast members featured in the series include Adrian Lukis, Patrick Baladi, Francesca Corney, Mei Mac, Vincent Franklin, Waleed Hammad, Iestyn Arwel, Hannah Donaldson, Manpreet Bachu, and Ann Akinjirin.
Production Insights
The series is a product of Bad Wolf in collaboration with BBC Studios. It is also associated with Disney Branded Television for its international distribution. Notably, viewers outside the UK will have access to the series on Disney+ in 2026.
Executive Team
The creative vision of The War Between the Land and Sea is led by showrunner and executive producer Russell T Davies, alongside executive producer Pete McTighe. Producers Joel Collins, Julie Gardner, and Jane Tranter from Bad Wolf contribute their expertise. The series is directed by Dylan Holmes Williams, with Lorne Balfe composing the music.
Viewership and Availability
This exciting series aims to captivate audiences during the festive season. Davies expressed pride in launching the show at a prime time. All five episodes are designed to be enjoyed as a box set during the Christmas holidays.
Mark your calendars for this thrilling double bill on December 7 at 8:30 p.m. and prepare for an engaging journey as The War Between the Land and Sea unfolds on BBC iPlayer and BBC One.
