The Chief – Season 1
Episodes
Crash Course
Newly appointed Eastland Police Chief Constable John Stafford is asked to provide police support to a prison where warders have gone on strike in protest at staff shortages.
Daydreamer
As the new Chief Constable, Stafford faces opposition from all sides, and numerous challenges to his authority. The accusation of being soft over the weeding of Special Branch files presents just one...
Call Sign Bravo
Stafford creates fruther controversy when he intercepts Special Branch papers en route to MI5. Anne, meanwhile, is determined to clear her husband's name following their son's drug bust.
The Great Escape
Stafford must find a solution to the vigilante groups that are emerging in response to a new social menace – crack cocaine.
Ring O' Ring O' Roses
A drugs raid goes wrong, and militant university students challenge Stafford's authority.
For Whom the Bell Tolls
Stafford's conflict with the Home Office reaches crisis point – and threatens to end his career.