Informer

Informer is a gripping and intense television series that follows the story of Raza, a young British Pakistani man who is coerced by a counterterrorism officer named Gabe into working as an informant to uncover information about a possible terrorist cell. The series takes place in East London and explores themes of identity, loyalty, and the blurred lines between police work and personal life. The cast includes Paddy Considine as Gabe Waters, a seasoned counterterrorism officer haunted by his past undercover work, and Bel Powley as DC Holly Morten, a young and ambitious officer who is assigned as Gabe's partner. Nabhaan Rizwan stars as Raza Shar, the young man who is forced to work as an informant, while Jessica Raine plays Emily Waters, Gabe's wife who is initially loyal but begins to question his past work. Arsher Ali also stars as Imran Aziz, an undercover police detective, and Sharon D. Clarke plays DCI Rose Asante, a no-nonsense detective who is part of the counterterrorism team. The series is known for its gritty realism, complex characters, and thought-provoking themes that challenge the audience to question their assumptions about the world we live in. With its suspenseful storytelling and outstanding performances, Informer is a must-watch for fans of crime dramas and intense thrillers.

Informer is currently unavailable to stream in Australia on the streaming services we have in our catalogue

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