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Season 1 – Babylon

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Commissioner Richard Miller believes London's police force needs to revamp its public image, and he thinks he has recruited the right person for a very tricky job: American Liz Garvey. A veteran of new media known for groundbreaking work at Instagram, Garvey's task of revolutionizing the force's PR department begins with a radical new policy of integrity and transparency. But changing London's law-enforcement culture proves tougher than imagined, particularly when Finn, the bitterly sardonic communications deputy, is determined to ignore orders and continue schmoozing with the press over boozy lunches. When violence erupts across the capital, Liz's vision faces its greatest test.
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Babylon — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

Babylon successfully combines two genres into one show, adding great actors and timely subject matter to stealthy wit and hard-hitting drama.

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Drew Grant Observer Jan 22, 2015
I still consider it my duty to inform you when there is a new show you absolutely HAVE to watch. And Babylon ... is one of those shows. Sorry, everybody. Add it to your queue. It's like The Wire meets In the Loop meets The IT Crowd. Go to Full Review Maureen Ryan HuffPost Jan 15, 2015
Despite the show's energy and good cast, there's a slightly anticlimactic feel to the whole enterprise. Go to Full Review Ben Travers IndieWire Jan 14, 2015
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A layered analysis of a failing system, and - true to its satirical inception - no one is let off the hook. Go to Full Review Callum Davies Cultured Vultures Oct 3, 2019
It was an enjoyable, if somewhat flawed offering that brimmed with poignancy and darkness. Go to Full Review Claudia Connell Daily Mail (UK) Aug 11, 2017
The biggest problem was that none of the characters was engaging enough to make you care about them -- from the chief all the way down to the dimwit new recruit. Go to Full Review Melissa Leon The Daily Beast Oct 25, 2016
The show moves at a clipped pace so we never dwell for too long -- and it's certainly ballsy in facing uncomfortable police issues head-on with such biting wit. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Larry H @Larry907 Apr 20, 2023 An excellent show. It will capture you from the opening scenes and spit you out when the last credits roll. The writing and camera work are superb. See more Apr 11, 2020 Love the actors yet Brit Marling ruins the overall tone of the series. She's been wedged into the show and we're expected to believe she's clever and witty. She's neither. See more Jul 17, 2019 I chanced across this series and I thought it was brilliant. Loved the characters - the office politics, the mundane and grit of police work in London . The comedy and drama were both equally entertaining and it would be fab to see a 2nd series! Loved the blond wig/ Boris as mayor of London See more Aug 14, 2016 I sepnt the first 30 minutes deciding whether this was a comedy or a serious drama, but then I realised it is neither. It is far from serious, and spectacularly unfunny. See more andrei d @RT74856639 Aug 6, 2016 Bertie trebuie s? joace în mai multe lucruri See more Jan 30, 2015 Enjoyed it. Somewhat improbable, but once you get past the set up, it moves along with real feeling people and realistic situations. Until the melodrama kicks in, and even that feels like juicy fun. See more Read all reviews
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Brit Marling

Liz Garvey

James Nesbitt

Richard Miller

Paterson Joseph

Charles Inglis

Jonny Sweet

Tom Oliver

Bertie Carvel

Finn

Ella Smith

Mia

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Nov 13, 2014 Cravenwood A private security firm calls for assistance at a Youth Offenders Institution riot, giving Commissioner Richard Miller ideal opportunity to highlight the force's opposition to the transfer of essential services from the public to the private sector. Details Episode 2 Aired Nov 20, 2014 Maze Hill Liz presents her vision for the force's own news channel that will rival established outlets and promote transparency. Details Episode 3 Aired Nov 27, 2014 Thameside Centre A bomb threat to the Thameside Convention Center sends all units into motion; a journalist has a damaging story ready to run. Details Episode 4 Aired Dec 4, 2014 Victoria Park Liz faces incrimination over her relationship with the Commissioner; Assistant Commissioner Franklin takes the reins on a search for the bomber. Details Episode 5 Aired Dec 11, 2014 Hackney Wick Banjo, Warwick, Tony and Robbie corroborate their stories before a police investigation; Liz finds an opportunity to propel a new candidate for the commissioner's seat. Details Episode 6 Aired Dec 18, 2014 London Footage goes viral of Banjo destroying a trash can prior to the nightclub shooting and civil unrest erupts; Inglis and Sharon vie for the Commissioner's job. Details

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Babylon — Season 1

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Season Info

Director
Sally El Hosaini, Jon S. Baird
Executive Producer
Danny Boyle
Screenwriter
Jesse Armstrong, Sam Bain
Network
Channel 4
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Comedy, Drama, Crime
Original Language
British English
Release Date
Nov 13, 2014
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