The Force

The Force (2009)

EndedDocumentary showCrime

With unprecedented and unvarnished access to Hampshire Constabulary, a typical large provincial police force in the grip of profound change, this three-part series follows the investigation of major crimes. A murder investigation starts with a body burnt beyond recognition but with no clues to the identity of killer or victim. An arson attack consumes a Portsmouth block of flats and destroys evidence of who set the fire. And a rape case is her word against his, with not much evidence to go on: all too often this has meant that the male party gets off, but can a new pilot scheme improve the conviction rate? These crimes aren't unique to Hampshire; they're replicated in every incident room in the country. As Hampshire police struggle to follow the evidence - or lack of it.

Network
Scheduleevery Tuesday at 21:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E03Episode 3Okt. 27, 2009
S01E02Episode 2Okt. 20, 2009
S01E01Episode 1Okt. 13, 2009
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did The Force premiere?

The Force premiered on 9 June 2009.

Who are the executive producers of The Force?

Ross Harper, Craig Graham, Andrew Denton, Anita Jacoby, and Doug MacLeod are the executive producers of The Force.

Where does The Force take place?

The Force takes place in Western Australia.

What is The Force about?

The Force is a documentary series that follows the Western Australian police force as they go about their daily operations.

Who narrates The Force?

The Force is narrated by actor Vince Colosimo.

How many police officers are featured in The Force?

The Force features more than 10,000 police officers.

How many cameras are used to film The Force?

The Force uses more than 70 cameras to film each episode.

Is The Force violent?

The Force features violence, but it is not gratuitous.

Is The Force suitable for all ages?

The Force is rated M and is recommended for mature audiences.

Are the police officers in The Force real or actors?

The police officers featured in The Force are real officers.

How long does it take to film an episode of The Force?

It takes two to three weeks to film each episode of The Force.

How is The Force received by critics?

The Force is generally well-received by critics.

Does The Force have any spin-offs?

No, The Force does not have any spin-offs.

Has The Force won any awards?

The Force has won awards at the Western Australian Screen Awards and the Australian Cinematographers Society Awards.

Are there any famous cases featured in The Force?

Yes, The Force has featured some famous cases, including the Claremont Serial Killer case.

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