“The Capture” will not feature a new season of the show. The first season aired in 2022, while it has been confirmed that three seasons of the show have been completed, with the most recent one concluding in April 2026.
Produced by Heyday Television/Universal International Studios, “The Capture” was created by Ben Chanan for the BBC One network. While there are many recurring themes in the show (such as government or big tech systems’ impact on information), the show’s central theme is based on technology manipulating/distorting the truth through the use of deepfake technology; the show also conveys messages about how large technologies invade people’s privacy. The plot of this series is very well-crafted and provides viewers with unexpected twists, which have become increasingly relevant since the rise of artificial intelligence (AI), fake news, etc.
Season Timeline
- Season 1 (6 episodes): Premiered September 2019 on BBC One/iPlayer. Focused on manipulated CCTV footage and initial deepfake elements.
- Season 2 (6 episodes): Premiered August 28, 2022, on BBC One/iPlayer (later on Peacock in the US). It escalated with “invisible” assassins, deepfakes of politicians, media/government corruption, and the exposure of the Correction program. It ended on a major cliffhanger with Rachel broadcasting a live deepfake to expose the program.
- Season 3 (6 episodes): Premiered March 8, 2026, on BBC One/iPlayer, with weekly Sunday episodes (finale on April 12, 2026, as an extended ~73-minute episode). It picks up about a year after Season 2, with Rachel as Acting Commander of SO15, delving further into accountability for Correction, new conspiracies, AI surveillance, and moral dilemmas. New cast additions included Killian Scott, Joe Dempsie, and others alongside returning stars like Paapa Essiedu.
Season 3 has received positive reviews for its outrageous twists and relevance, though some note it stretches the premise.
Where to Watch
- UK: BBC One and BBC iPlayer (all seasons available as boxsets).
- US/International: Peacock has Seasons 1–2 (Season 3 expected to follow later). Check local availability for BBC content.
Is There More Coming?
Presently (April 2026), there hasn’t been any formal confirmation regarding Season 4 yet, although due to its large and loyal base of fans, as well as the strong social commentary made within the series and also its unresolved plot points, it appears that there is an opportunity for future seasons; several reviews have requested that there be more seasons. Delays in past seasons (for example, between Season 2 and Season 3) have all been lengthy due to schedule conflicts and external factors.
If you are about to start watching, Season 2 ended in such a way that it connects perfectly into the remaining seasons, so check out recap sites such as Radio Times or Metro for the best summaries. It also continues to be one of the most intelligent thrillers examining truth and how technology impacts it. If you want to discuss possible spoilers, cast members, or additional shows you may enjoy or want to see until death do us part, stay tuned!