The Commander

The Commander (2003-2008)

EndedScripted showDrama, Crime

There are only four female commanders in the Metropolitan Police and only one of them specialises in murder. The Commander follows Commander Clare Blake of the homicide dIvision, whose team consists of the sinister D.C.I. Hedges, who is against her from the beginning.

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Scheduleevery Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday at 21:00 (60 min)

Last Episode

Abduction (3)
Season 5Episode 360 min

Abduction (3)

Abduction (Part 3): Brian believes that someone else was in the room with him when he found his mother's body. Commander Blake is forced to take extreme action to find the truth and accept the repercussions. Will they find the abductor of DCI James' baby?

Nov 12, 2008

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S05E03Abduction (3)Nov 12, 2008
S05E02Abduction (2)Nov 11, 2008
S05E01Abduction (1)Nov 10, 2008
S04E06Windows of the Soul (2)Aug 12, 2007
S04E05Windows of the Soul (1)Aug 5, 2007
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Commander' premiere?

'The Commander' premiered on February 16, 2003.

Who created the TV show 'The Commander'?

'The Commander' was created by Lynda La Plante.

What is the genre of 'The Commander'?

'The Commander' is a crime drama series.

Who played the lead character in 'The Commander'?

The lead character in 'The Commander' was played by Amanda Burton.

What is the name of the character played by Amanda Burton in 'The Commander'?

Amanda Burton portrayed the character of Commander Clare Blake in 'The Commander'.

What is the occupation of the lead character in 'The Commander'?

The lead character, Commander Clare Blake, is a high-ranking police officer.

Which police force does 'The Commander' focus on?

'The Commander' focuses on the fictional London Metropolitan Police's elite murder investigation team.

Can you provide a brief description of the plot of 'The Commander'?

'The Commander' follows Commander Clare Blake as she leads her team in solving complex murder cases while dealing with personal and professional challenges.

How many series of 'The Commander' were produced?

'The Commander' had a total of five series.

Who served as the executive producer of 'The Commander'?

The executive producer of 'The Commander' was Lynda La Plante.

Was 'The Commander' critically acclaimed?

Yes, 'The Commander' received positive reviews from critics for its strong performances and gripping storylines.

Did 'The Commander' receive any awards?

Yes, 'The Commander' was nominated for several awards, including the BAFTA TV Award for Best Drama Series.

How long is each episode of 'The Commander'?

Each episode of 'The Commander' has a runtime of approximately 120 minutes.

Where was 'The Commander' primarily filmed?

'The Commander' was primarily filmed in London, England.

Did 'The Commander' have a spin-off series?

Yes, 'The Commander' had a spin-off series called 'The Commander: Blackdog'.

When did 'The Commander' end?

'The Commander' concluded on August 21, 2008.

Cast

Mark Lewis Jones

Mark Lewis Jones

plays DI/DCI Doug James
Niall MacGregor

Niall MacGregor

plays DS Matt Newton
Paul Brightwell

Paul Brightwell

plays DS Brian Hall
Nicholas Jones

Nicholas Jones

plays D.C.S. Les Branton
Anthony Valentine

Anthony Valentine

plays ACC/DAC Edward Sumpter
Poppy Miller

Poppy Miller

plays DC/DI Carol Browning
Sian Brooke

Sian Brooke

plays DC Marian Randall
Matthew Marsh

Matthew Marsh

plays D.C.I. Mike Hedges
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Characters

DI/DCI Doug James

DI/DCI Doug James

played by Mark Lewis Jones
DS Matt Newton

DS Matt Newton

played by Niall MacGregor
DS Brian Hall

DS Brian Hall

played by Paul Brightwell
D.C.S. Les Branton

D.C.S. Les Branton

played by Nicholas Jones
ACC/DAC Edward Sumpter

ACC/DAC Edward Sumpter

played by Anthony Valentine
DC/DI Carol Browning

DC/DI Carol Browning

played by Poppy Miller
DC Marian Randall

DC Marian Randall

played by Sian Brooke
D.C.I. Mike Hedges

D.C.I. Mike Hedges

played by Matthew Marsh
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