Silent Witness

1996•28 series•Entertainment / Detective
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The critically acclaimed, award-winning BBC crime drama series, which first aired in 1996, focuses on a team of London-based forensic pathologists and scientists and their investigations into various crimes. Emilia Fox stars as Dr Nikki Alexander, a skilled pathologist whose expertise in archaeology and forensic anthropology make her an invaluable asset. The team work together with police as they seek justice for the victims of violent crimes.

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Episode 1Answering Fire: Part 1

Answering Fire, Part 1. Sam is called after a suspected terrorist attack causes a fire at a hotel. Contains some upsetting scenes.

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Episode 2Answering Fire: Part 2

Answering Fire, Part 2. Sam is undermined by the findings of an independent pathologist. Some upsetting scenes.

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Episode 3Fatal Error: Part 1

Fatal Error, Part 1. Sam comes under scrutiny at an inquiry into prison deaths and an old case resurfaces. Contains some upsetting scenes.

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Episode 4Fatal Error: Part 2

Fatal Error, Part 2. Sam uncovers a crippling truth about her involvement in the old case she revisits. Contains some upsetting scenes.

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Episode 5Running on Empty: Part 1

Running on Empty, Part 1. The body of a young pregnant sports agent is found in the grounds of her office building. Contains some upsetting scenes.

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Episode 6Running on Empty: Part 2

Running on Empty, Part 2. Following her discovery of the second body, Sam is sidelined from the investigation. Some upsetting scenes.

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Episode 7Beyond Guilt: Part 1

Beyond Guilty, Part 1. The Home Office ask Sam and her team to examine the work of an independent pathologist. Contains upsetting scenes.

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Episode 8Beyond Guilt: Part 2

Beyond Guilty, Part 2. Leo and Harry follow up their leads to discover an alarming truth. Contains some upsetting scenes.

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