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The Fear Index

Series Overview

Dr. Alex Hoffman, an American ex-pat physicist, creates an AI-driven system that exploits fear in the financial markets and operates at lightning speed to make big returns. But on the day of launch, Alex’s sanity is shaken after he is viciously attacked at his home by a man who knows all of his security codes. After more unexplained occurrences, Alex becomes convinced he’s being framed.

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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EndedMiniseries
Original Network
Sky Atlantic
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 4 Episodes

45 min per episode

Air Date Window

2022 – 2022

Premiered: Thu, Feb 10, 2022

Created By

Creative Production Team

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Thu, Feb 10, 2022

Season 1, Episode 4: “Episode 4”

As VIXAL-4 exceeds its programming limits, Dr Hoffman races against the clock to stop what he might have inadvertently started.

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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

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Official TrailerOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2022-01-27

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Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

David Caffrey

Screenplay & Story

Robert Harris, Matthew Billingsly, Paul Andrew Williams, Caroline Bartleet

Original Score & Music

Neil Davidge

Producers

Paul Gilbert, Nuala O'Leary, Andy Harries

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Robert Harris

Department Leadership Roster

Nuala O'Leary

Producer

Zoltán Benyó

Visual Effects Supervisor

Matthew Billingsly

Writer

Cobbie Yates

Costume Design

Paul Andrew Williams

Paul Andrew Williams

Writer

Caroline Bartleet

Writer

Robert Harris

Robert Harris

Screenplay

Kevin Phipps

Production Design

David Caffrey

David Caffrey

Director

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Fear Index.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Fear Index

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What is The Fear Index about?

Dr. Alex Hoffman, an American ex-pat physicist, creates an AI-driven system that exploits fear in the financial markets and operates at lightning speed to make big returns. But on the day of launch, Alex’s sanity is shaken after he is viciously attacked at his home by a man who knows all of his security codes. After more unexplained occurrences, Alex becomes convinced he’s being framed.

How many seasons does The Fear Index have?

The Fear Index comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in The Fear Index?

Key cast members in The Fear Index include Josh Hartnett, Arsher Ali, Leila Farzad, Grégory Montel, Aïssa Maïga.

Who created or directed The Fear Index?

The Fear Index was developed and directed by David Caffrey.