BBC Thriller Nightsleeper Premieres September 15

The BBC has announced the upcoming thriller series 'Nightsleeper', set to premiere on September 15, 2024, with all episodes available on BBC iPlayer from 6am. The six-part drama follows a sleeper train that is hacked while traveling from Glasgow to London, forcing passengers to confront a myriad of dangers and mysteries as they try to understand who is behind the attack. Leading the cast are Alexandra Roach as Abby Aysgarth, a technical director at the National Cyber Security Centre, and Joe Cole as Joe Roag, an off-duty police officer. Together, they must navigate a tense situation where trust is scarce and danger lurks among fellow passengers. The series, penned by BAFTA award-winning writer Nick Leather and produced by Fremantle’s Euston Films, promises a blend of action and intrigue with unexpected twists. The show is directed by Jamie Magnus Stone and John Hayes, featuring a strong supporting cast that includes Alex Ferns and James Cosmo.