Nightsleeper star teases tense thriller: ‘You’ll want to stick with this’

Nightsleeper star teases tense thriller: ‘You’ll want to stick with this’

As a seasoned cinephile with decades of immersion in the world of cinema, I must say that Nightsleeper, premiering on BBC One on September 15th, has piqued my interest significantly. The real-time narrative, reminiscent of Apple TV+’s Hijack, intrigues me as it promises an uninterrupted six-hour journey from Glasgow to London, a format that I find both challenging and exhilarating for both the creators and the audience.


The suspenseful BBC series titled Nightsleeper, focusing on the endeavors of cybersecurity experts trying to reclaim control over a hijacked train speeding from Glasgow to London, will be available starting 15th September. Actor Gabriel Howell has hinted at an exhilarating journey ahead.

“It’s a shame when things get oversimplified, like if you’re on your phone,” he said of writer Nick Leather’s refusal to craft the show for what is now often referred to as a two-screen generation.

It’s genuinely pleasing to show appreciation for an audience by saying, ‘Absolutely, I believe in you, you’ll join us, and I hope you’ll choose to do so.’

If it clung to your hand excessively, you might respond casually, ‘I’m not too concerned about you two.’ However, since we’re not actively guiding you, merely having you present in the room, and considering all the steadicam operations, it feels as if we could glance at you at any moment and wonder, ‘What will you do?’

Similar to Apple TV+’s thriller Hijack, Nightsleeper is narrated in real-time, making it an attractive choice for Howell, who portrays junior analyst Tobi and one of the individuals at the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), striving to halt the train.

The actor remarked, “Every second that’s passed has been noticed by me,” as he prepares to take the stage in What We Talk About When We Talk About Anne Frank at London’s Marylebone Theatre in October.

The trip from Glasgow to London takes six hours, and we’ll be together for that duration. We won’t magically arrive at the next day; there’s no place to run off to. The situation is critical, and immediate action is required to ensure safety for many people.

I expect that if Nightsleeper works as intended, you won’t feel the urge to check your phone. This isn’t something to worry about; it’s more of a reassurance that you’ll find it beneficial to keep using it.

Nightsleeper star teases tense thriller: ‘You’ll want to stick with this’

The six-episode series has been referred to as both a thrilling, edge-of-your-seat action-adventure and an intricate, puzzling detective story. Moreover, the BBC noted that it’s like a roller coaster journey unfolding over one exciting night where no character is truly what they appear to be.

On the train, we find Joe Cole, known for his roles in Gangs of London and Peaky Blinders, portraying a detective. Meanwhile, Alexandra Roach, recognized from The Light in the Hall and No Offence, assumes the role of a cyber security director providing advice via phone calls.

David Threlfall, known for his role in Shameless, portrays a skilled cybersecurity professional who was previously barred from the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC). However, he’s now been summoned back to provide assistance.

The television series titled “Nightsleeper” begins airing on BBC One starting September 15th, 9 pm. On the same day, all episodes can be found on iPlayer as early as 6 am.

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2024-09-14 13:03