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The Shadow Line

Series Overview

A murder is investigated by both sides of the line, cops and criminals, using opposing methods. But the real line is the morality within each person and how far they will go before they cross it.

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedMiniseries
Original Network
BBC Two
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 7 Episodes

60 min per episode

Air Date Window

2011 – 2011

Premiered: Thu, May 5, 2011

Created By
Hugo Blick

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Thu, Jun 16, 2011

Season 1, Episode 7: “Episode 7”

Bede desperately tries to complete the final drug deal as his wife's condition deteriorates rapidly, while Gabriel is inexorably drawn to a shocking confrontation with Gatehouse.

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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

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The Shadow Line Trailer

Type: Trailer • Published 2011-08-19

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Hugo Blick

Screenplay & Story

Hugo Blick

Original Score & Music

Martin Phipps

Director of Photography

Tat Radcliffe

Film Editing

Jason Krasucki

Producers

Henry Normal, Hugo Blick, Johann Knobel

Department Leadership Roster

Henry Normal

Henry Normal

Producer

Hugo Blick

Producer

Martin Phipps

Martin Phipps

Original Music Composer

Tat Radcliffe

Director of Photography

Johann Knobel

Producer

Hugo Blick

Director

Gareth Milne

Gareth Milne

Stunt Coordinator

Suzie Harman

Costume Design

Jason Krasucki

Editor

Maurice Cain

Production Design

Hugo Blick

Writer

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Shadow Line

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What is The Shadow Line about?

A murder is investigated by both sides of the line, cops and criminals, using opposing methods. But the real line is the morality within each person and how far they will go before they cross it.

How many seasons does The Shadow Line have?

The Shadow Line comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in The Shadow Line?

Key cast members in The Shadow Line include Chiwetel Ejiofor, Christopher Eccleston, Kierston Wareing, Stephen Rea, Rafe Spall.

Who created or directed The Shadow Line?

The Shadow Line was developed and directed by Hugo Blick.