Occupation

Occupation (2009)

EndedScripted showDrama, War

Occupation is a BAFTA Award–winning three part drama serial broadcast by BBC One in June 2009. 

The serial follows the fortunes of three British Army soldiers from the 2003 invasion of Basrato 2007. Each is inspired to return to Basra for different reasons: one returns for love, one for monetary gain, and one for his belief in the mission to rebuild the country.

Network
Scheduleevery Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday (60 min)

Last Episode

Episode 3
Season 1Episode 360 min

Episode 3

Danny tries to negotiate for Hibbs' release from his kidnappers. With their invisible companies working for untraceable cash, Danny and Lester are making a fortune in Basra. Mike's son Richard joins the army, and Mike promises to return to Iraq to keep an eye on him. And when Aliyah's husband is kidnapped, Mike, Danny and Hibbs' journeys all fuse in a tense and emotional finale.
Jun 18, 2009

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E03Episode 3Jun 18, 2009
S01E02Episode 2Jun 17, 2009
S01E01Episode 1Jun 16, 2009
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Occupation' premiere?

'Occupation' premiered on June 16, 2009.

Who are the creators of 'Occupation'?

'Occupation' was created by Peter Bowker.

What is the genre of 'Occupation'?

'Occupation' is a drama series.

Which network broadcasted 'Occupation'?

'Occupation' was broadcasted on BBC One.

What is the nationality of the primary cast in 'Occupation'?

All primary cast members of 'Occupation' are English.

Who is the director of 'Occupation'?

Nick Murphy directed 'Occupation'.

What is the show 'Occupation' about?

'Occupation' is about three British soldiers who return to the UK from Iraq and adjust to civilian life.

What is the setting of 'Occupation'?

The story in 'Occupation' takes place in Manchester.

Who played the character named "Mike Swift" in 'Occupation'?

James Nesbitt played the character named "Mike Swift" in 'Occupation'.

Who played the character named "Aliya Nabil" in 'Occupation'?

Lubna Azabal played the character named "Aliya Nabil" in 'Occupation'.

Which two actors played the character named "Lee" in 'Occupation'?

Shaun Dooley and Stephen Graham played the character named "Lee" in 'Occupation'.

What is the soundtrack of 'Occupation'?

The music for 'Occupation' was composed by Edmund Butt.

Did 'Occupation' win any awards?

Yes, 'Occupation' won the BAFTA Television Craft Award in 2010 for Best Original Television Music.

Cast

Nonso Anozie

Nonso Anozie

plays Erik Lester
Stephen Graham

Stephen Graham

plays Danny Ferguson
Emmanuel Ighodaro

Emmanuel Ighodaro

plays Errol 'Bruno' Lloyd
James Nesbitt

James Nesbitt

plays Mike Swift
Monica Dolan

Monica Dolan

plays Nicky Swift
Warren Brown

Warren Brown

plays Lee Hibbs
Lubna Azabal

Lubna Azabal

plays Aliya Nabil
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Characters

Erik Lester

Erik Lester

played by Nonso Anozie
Danny Ferguson

Danny Ferguson

played by Stephen Graham
Errol 'Bruno' Lloyd

Errol 'Bruno' Lloyd

played by Emmanuel Ighodaro
Mike Swift

Mike Swift

played by James Nesbitt
Nicky Swift

Nicky Swift

played by Monica Dolan
Lee Hibbs

Lee Hibbs

played by Warren Brown
Aliya Nabil

Aliya Nabil

played by Lubna Azabal
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