In 2002, DCS Dave Cook, is assigned to investigate the unsolved murder of private detective Daniel Morgan - the most investigated killing in the history of the Met. As he's drawn deeper into the case, Dave finds himself under surveillance by The News of the World and learns they are business associates of some of those suspected to be involved with the murder. The investigation and the resulting pressure awakens recent traumas and puts pressure on his home life and marriage. With his private and work life now under pressure, Dave begins to pursue the case ruthlessly and attempts to turn the tables on the suspects. As the investigation runs into set-backs, Dave takes up matters with the News of the World's powerful editor, Rebekah Wade.

Starring:

David Tennant, Robert Carlyle, Toby Jones

Genre:

Drama