TV series
A killer within reach.
When the Police Service of Northern Ireland are unable to close a case after 28 days, Detective Superintendent Stella Gibson of the Metropolitan Police Service is called in to review the case. Under her new leadership, the local detectives must track down and stop a serial killer who is terrorising the city of Belfast.
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Checked Sep 3, 2026
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When the Police Service of Northern Ireland are unable to close a case after 28 days, Detective Superintendent Stella Gibson of the Metropolitan Police Service is called in to review the case. Under her new leadership, the local detectives must track down and stop a serial killer who is terrorising the city of Belfast.
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Episode 1
Stella Gibson has finally arrested Paul Spector, but he has been shot by jealous husband James Tyler, leaving the staff at Belfast General Hospital battling to save his life. As the shooting hits the news, the powers-that-be question Gibson's handling of the case, while Spector's young partner-in-crime Katie plots to help him.
Directed by Allan CubittWritten by Allan CubittGuest stars Aisling Bea, Richard Coyle
Episode 2
Gibson and Burns are hauled over the coals by the Police Ombudsman and the Policing Executive for their conduct and handling of the case. When Spector’s name is released to the press as the arrested suspect in the Belfast Strangler case, his wife and family are forced to deal with the consequences.
Directed by Allan CubittWritten by Allan CubittGuest stars Ruth Bradley, Aisling Bea, Aidan McArdle, Kelly Campbell, Laura Hughes
Episode 3
Spector's legal team move into action, determined he won't stand trial.
Directed by Allan CubittWritten by Allan CubittGuest stars Ruth Bradley, Aisling Bea, Aidan McArdle, Krister Henriksson, Denise Gough
Episode 4
Gibson comes face to face with the depths of Sally-Ann's desperation.
Directed by Allan CubittWritten by Allan CubittGuest stars Ruth Bradley, Emmett J. Scanlan, Aisling Bea, Richard Coyle, Aidan McArdle, Krister Henriksson
Episode 5
Spector's legal team are determined that he will never stand trial. Anderson and Ferrington make a discovery from the past that may help Gibson build her case.
Directed by Allan CubittWritten by Allan CubittGuest stars Ruth Bradley, Aidan McArdle, Krister Henriksson
Episode 6
The series concludes as Gibson and Anderson put fresh evidence to Spector, with explosive results. Spector's new-found friendship with another inmate develops, with devastating consequences.
Directed by Allan CubittWritten by Allan CubittGuest stars Ruth Bradley, Richard Coyle, Aidan McArdle, Krister Henriksson, Denise Gough
Episode information updated Sep 15, 2026
Gillian AndersonStella Gibson
Jamie DornanPaul Spector
Archie PanjabiTanya Reed Smith
Niamh McGradyDanielle "Dani" Ferrington
Frank McCuskerGarrett Brink
John LynchJim Burns
Colin MorganTom Anderson
Ruth BradleyWallace
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