Ultimate Force

Ultimate Force (2002-2008)

EndedScripted showAction, Adventure

Ultimate Force is a British television action series that was shown on ITV, which deals with the activities of Red Troop of the SAS (Special Air Service).

It was co-created by Chris Ryan, a former British SAS soldier who was a member of the famous Bravo Two Zero patrol during the 1991 Gulf War,with the show produced by Bentley Productions. As well as his behind the scenes role, Ryan appeared as a SAS soldier in the first series of the show playing Blue Troop leader Johnny Bell.

The show features British television star Ross Kemp as its central character, the hard-boiled Staff Sergeant Henry 'Henno' Garvie. The show was a star vehicle for Kemp, who had been lured away from the BBC to ITV with a multi-million pound contract. Kemp appeared in every episode of the four series.

The programme started on 16 September 2002 and four series were produced.

Network
Scheduleevery Saturday at 21:10 (60 min)

Last Episode

Slow Bomb
Season 4Episode 560 min

Slow Bomb

When a routine security check on a nuclear power plant goes disastrously wrong, Red Troop find themselves hunting the mercenariesresponsible for stealing a canister of radioactive Cobalt 90. As London is shut down, Red Troop race to stop the detonation of a dirty bomb and the certain devastation of the capital. With the seconds ticking away can Henno disarm the bomb and save the capital?

Jun 1, 2008

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S04E05Slow BombJun 1, 2008
S04E04Violent SolutionsMay 25, 2008
S04E03The Dividing LineMay 18, 2008
S04E02Charlie BravoMay 6, 2006
S04E01Changing of the GuardApr 29, 2006
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Ultimate Force premiere?

Ultimate Force premiered on September 16, 2002.

What is the genre of Ultimate Force?

Ultimate Force is a Drama/Action Television Series.

Who created Ultimate Force?

Ultimate Force was created by Rob Heyland and Chris Ryan.

What is the running time for each episode of Ultimate Force?

The running time for each episode of Ultimate Force is approximately 60 minutes.

Which network aired Ultimate Force?

Ultimate Force aired on ITV Network in the UK.

Where was Ultimate Force filmed?

Ultimate Force was filmed in South Africa.

Who are the main cast members of Ultimate Force?

The main cast members of Ultimate Force are Ross Kemp, Jamie Draven, Tony Curran, Christopher Fox, Alex Reid, and Miles Anderson.

What is the premise of Ultimate Force?

Ultimate Force follows the missions and personal lives of an SAS (Special Air Service) unit in the British Army.

Who is the lead character in Ultimate Force?

The lead character in Ultimate Force is Captain James 'Jamie' Dow.

What is the role of Ross Kemp in Ultimate Force?

Ross Kemp plays the lead character of Captain James Dow in Ultimate Force.

Who played the role of Caroline Walshe in Ultimate Force?

Caroline Walshe was played by actress Heather Peace in Ultimate Force.

What is the highest-rated episode of Ultimate Force and its rating?

The highest-rated episode of Ultimate Force is Episode 6 of Series 1, with a rating of 8.3/10.

Did Ultimate Force win any awards?

Yes, Ultimate Force won the Best Drama Series Award at the Royal Television Society Awards in 2003.

How many missions are depicted in Ultimate Force?

Ultimate Force depicts various missions undertaken by the SAS unit, and there is no specific number.

Cast

Miles Anderson

Miles Anderson

plays Col. Aidan Dempsey
Danny Sapani

Danny Sapani

plays Cpl. Ricky Mann
Tony Curran

Tony Curran

plays Cpl. Sgt. Pete Twamley
Alex Reid

Alex Reid

plays Capt. Caroline Walshe
Ross Kemp

Ross Kemp

plays SSgt. Henry 'Henno' Garvie
Christopher Fox

Christopher Fox

plays Cpl. Louis Hoffman
Jamie Draven

Jamie Draven

plays Cpl. Jamie Dow
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Characters

Col. Aidan Dempsey

Col. Aidan Dempsey

played by Miles Anderson
Cpl. Ricky Mann

Cpl. Ricky Mann

played by Danny Sapani
Cpl. Sgt. Pete Twamley

Cpl. Sgt. Pete Twamley

played by Tony Curran
Capt. Caroline Walshe

Capt. Caroline Walshe

played by Alex Reid
SSgt. Henry 'Henno' Garvie

SSgt. Henry 'Henno' Garvie

played by Ross Kemp
Cpl. Louis Hoffman

Cpl. Louis Hoffman

played by Christopher Fox
Cpl. Jamie Dow

Cpl. Jamie Dow

played by Jamie Draven
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Also known as

  • Terrorkommandó (Hungary)

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