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In a parallel present where the latest must-have gadget for any busy family is a 'Synth' - a highly-developed robotic servant that's so similar to a real human it's transforming the way we live.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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In a parallel present where the latest must-have gadget for any busy family is a 'Synth' - a highly-developed robotic servant that's so similar to a real human it's transforming the way we live.
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Episode 1
The Hawkins family try to get their lives back on track. Niska is driven to a fateful decision while on the run in Berlin. Leo, Max and Mia are living in hiding near a coastal town when they are threatened by a mysterious organization.
Directed by Lewis ArnoldWritten by Sam Vincent, Jonathan BrackleyGuest stars Raphael Acloque, Lauren Carse, Josie Lawrence, Claudia Harrison, Anthony Flanagan, Callum Adams, Chloë Wicks, Sam Woolf
Episode 2
Laura must decide whether to accept Niska's request, while Karen and Pete learn about a special Synth being sold for unprecedented amounts on the black market. Hester uses questionable means to gain information from her prisoner, and Leo faces a new mission. Mia takes a risk to help Ed but is her secret now in jeopardy?
Directed by Lewis ArnoldWritten by Sam Vincent, Jonathan BrackleyGuest stars Josie Lawrence, Anthony Flanagan, Chloë Wicks, Tom Morley, Eric Kofi Abrefa, Anastasia Hille, Teresa Churcher, Mark Roper
Episode 3
Athena travels to the UK and her tragic secret is revealed. Niska's consciousness assessments begin. With more time at home Joe notices Sophie's increasingly eccentric behaviour. As Karen returns to work with Pete, cracks start appearing in their relationship. The Synths are forced to leave their hideout but Mia shocks them with a huge decision.
Directed by Carl TibbettsWritten by Iain Weatherby, Charlie CovellGuest stars Danny Webb, Claudia Harrison, Chloë Wicks, Eric Kofi Abrefa, Letitia Wright, Sophie Matthew, Aidan McArdle, Ian Burfield
Episode 4
Mia and Ed get closer but their relationship is thrown into jeopardy when their secret is discovered. Toby gets closer to Renie but offends her when he breaks through her synthie mask. Things look bleak for Niska until Laura brings in a surprise witness. When Milo confronts Athena about her secret agenda, she persuades him her research could be mutually beneficial. Karen and Pete delve deeper into the mysterious 'seraphim' investigation. As Hester's influence over Leo becomes clear, cracks appear between him and Max.
Directed by Carl TibbettsWritten by Joe BartonGuest stars Chloë Wicks, Eric Kofi Abrefa, Anastasia Hille, Letitia Wright, Ian Burfield, Nathalie Armin, Finlay Robertson, Alex Waldmann
Episode 5
When Mia risks falling into the hands of a mysterious organisation, she is forced to take drastic action. Odi struggles to find meaning, while Sophie is awestruck by Renie's 'Synthie' lifestyle. As Pete recovers from his assault, Karen makes an admission that rocks their relationship. Hester and Leo stake out the Silo and track down the sniper who killed Ten. Hester agrees to deal with her peacefully, but can she be trusted? Mattie leaves home to reconnect with Leo.
Directed by Francesca GregoriniWritten by Sam Vincent, Jonathan BrackleyGuest stars Billy Jenkins, Claudia Harrison, Chloë Wicks, Eric Kofi Abrefa, Letitia Wright, Aidan McArdle, Nathalie Armin, Justin Salinger
Episode 6
Athena challenges Milo's ethics and is shocked when he reveals his real plan. Mia's surprise return has ramifications for the Hawkins family. Mattie finds Leo but can she trust him with her secret? Max resolves to begin a new community of Synths; when he learns how far Leo is prepared to go to complete his mission, he takes matters into his own hands.
Directed by Francesca GregoriniWritten by Joe BartonGuest stars Billy Jenkins, Chloë Wicks, Letitia Wright, Paul Keating, James Greene, Ritu Arya, Bella Dayne, Thusitha Jayasundera
Episode 7
When Mattie reveals that the Synths are planning to break into the Silo, Laura is determined to find Niska and ask for her help. Mattie asks Max to help save Leo from Hester's influence. Toby receives a disturbing message from Renie. Karen seeks out Athena's expertise and makes a life-altering decision. Mia and Hester break into the Silo, but things don't go according to plan.
Directed by Mark BrozelWritten by Sam Vincent, Jonathan BrackleyGuest stars Billy Jenkins, Claudia Harrison, Chloë Wicks, Letitia Wright, Ritu Arya, Bella Dayne, Simon Harrison
Episode 8
The acclaimed drama concludes. In the aftermath of the Silo tragedy Karen feels she and Sam have no future and takes matters into her own hands. Niska and Astrid prepare to return to Berlin, but can Niska really walk away from her family? Joe leaves Laura shell-shocked with a frank admission. Hester seeks revenge and will stop at nothing to hurt Leo.
Directed by Mark BrozelWritten by Sam Vincent, Jonathan BrackleyGuest stars Billy Jenkins, Chloë Wicks, Letitia Wright, Sophie Matthew, Gerald Kyd, Ritu Arya, Bella Dayne
Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
Katherine ParkinsonLaura Hawkins
Gemma ChanAnita / Mia
Colin MorganLeo Elster
Tom Goodman-HillJoe Hawkins
Lucy CarlessMattie Hawkins
Emily BerringtonNiska
Ruth BradleyDI Karen Voss
Theo StevensonToby Hawkins
Channel 4United Kingdom
Channel 4 TelevisionUnited Kingdom
KudosUnited Kingdom
AMC StudiosUnited States
