The Wargame(2026)
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The Wargame Synopsis
Set in a fictional near-future, it simulates how the UK government might respond to a Russian attack on British soil. Real former politicians, military leaders, and intelligence officials - including Michael Gove, Nicola Sturgeon, and Penny Mordaunt - play key government roles in a COBR-style crisis room. Blending documentary and drama, the series aims to give viewers an inside look at high-level decision-making during a national security emergency.
The Wargame (2026) is a documentary, war & politics and drama series that premiered on September 21, 2026, spanning 1 season and 5 episodes. It stars Michael Gove, Nicola Sturgeon, Penny Mordaunt and Harriet Harman.
- First aired:
- 2026-09-21
- Producers:
- Nicola Brown, Tom Fulford
The Wargame (2026) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for The Wargame before you start streaming.
The Wargame Cast & Crew
Main cast
Michael Gove
as Prime Minister
Nicola Sturgeon
as Deputy Prime Minister
Penny Mordaunt
as Defence Secretary
Harriet Harman
as Home Secretary
Jim Murphy
as Foreign Secretary
Sayeeda Warsi
as Attorney General
Ayesha Hazarika
as Director of Communications
- Richard Barrons
Richard Barrons
as Chief of the Defence Staff
Kim Darroch
as National Security Adviser
- Christopher Steele
Christopher Steele
as Intelligence Chief
George Robertson
as NATO Secretary General
Anthony Scaramucci
as U.S. Secretary of State
Key crew
Executive produced by Nicola Brown and Tom Fulford.
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The Wargame – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I stream The Wargame?
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How many seasons of The Wargame are there?
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The Wargame has 1 season and 5 episodes in total, starting from its premiere on September 21, 2026.
Is The Wargame still running?
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The Wargame is currently listed as in production.
Who is in the cast of The Wargame?
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The Wargame (2026) stars Michael Gove, Nicola Sturgeon, Penny Mordaunt, Harriet Harman and Jim Murphy. The full cast list with character names is available in the cast section of this page.
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