The Vice
Series Overview
The Vice is an ITV police drama about the Metropolitan Police Vice Unit. Spanning five short series from 1999 and 2003, it follows the London Metropolitan police force's vice squad, where prostitution, underage sex, and such organised crime are regular occurrences. Most episodes end where the main villain is caught but often not in a 'naturally' concluded way expected from other TV dramas, and often ending with more unanswered questions than answered. Leader DI Pat Chappel struggles to manage the balance between his private and professional lives — as do the rest of the team. Working in the seedy underworld leads to a continual dilemma — the tension between the Vice Squad and vice-related crimes runs throughout the series and gives the show a rich viewing experience. The line of the team staying on the right side of the law is often blurred, as almost every member at different points submits briefly or permanently to the dubious temptations, sometimes with drastic consequences.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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5 Seasons • 28 Episodes
90 min per episode
1999 – 2003
Premiered: Mon, Jan 4, 1999
Latest Aired Episode
Season 5, Episode 7: “Lust”
Robinson and Cole are trailing a suspect whom they discover has involvement with a major drugs and prostitution racket, but are shocked when they find his boss having dinner with Lorraine. Vickers is desperate to use Johnstone's relationship with the pimp for his own ends when he realises if publicly known, it would have a deleterious impact on Vice, and is determined to sacrifice her while there's still time. As he strikes a deal with the pimp, Robinson unknowingly sends Johnstone undercover to gather information. Meanwhile, Morgan's relationship with Vickers becomes treacherous, and Robinson is quickly catching up. Determined to nail Vickers to the wall, Morgan lodges a sexual harassment complaint.
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The Vice | ITV3 | ITVOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-12-16
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rob Pursey, Barry Simner
Peter Salem
Stephen Smallwood, Rob Pursey
Department Leadership Roster
David Warren
Production Design
Peter Salem
Original Music Composer
Stephen Smallwood
Producer
Andrew Edwards
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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18: Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
18+ Restricted to Adults.
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What is The Vice about?
The Vice is an ITV police drama about the Metropolitan Police Vice Unit. Spanning five short series from 1999 and 2003, it follows the London Metropolitan police force's vice squad, where prostitution, underage sex, and such organised crime are regular occurrences. Most episodes end where the main villain is caught but often not in a 'naturally' concluded way expected from other TV dramas, and often ending with more unanswered questions than answered. Leader DI Pat Chappel struggles to manage the balance between his private and professional lives — as do the rest of the team. Working in the seedy underworld leads to a continual dilemma — the tension between the Vice Squad and vice-related crimes runs throughout the series and gives the show a rich viewing experience. The line of the team staying on the right side of the law is often blurred, as almost every member at different points submits briefly or permanently to the dubious temptations, sometimes with drastic consequences.
How many seasons does The Vice have?
The Vice comprises 5 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in The Vice?
Key cast members in The Vice include Caroline Catz, David Harewood, Rosie Marcel, Tim Pigott-Smith, Mel Raido.
Who created or directed The Vice?
The Vice was developed and directed by Rob Pursey, Barry Simner.