The Commander (2003)

In the heart of the male-dominated Metropolitan Police Service, Commander Clare Blake has ascended to the pinnacle of her career as the chief of the serious crimes unit. Her rise to power is marked by a significant arrest years ago - James Lampton, a man found guilty of murder and sentenced to life. However, Lampton's life takes an unexpected turn when he is released on parole, transforming into a successful author with a best-selling book under his belt. Despite his apparent reformation, the shadow of suspicion still looms over Lampton. Blake's team, spearheaded by DCI Mike Hedges, is convinced of his guilt in another murder case and is determined to expose his true colors. The plot thickens when Blake finds herself entangled in a web of intimate relations with Lampton, leading to a tangled knot of personal and professional dilemmas. The pressing question that permeates the narrative is whether Lampton is revealing his true self to Blake or if he's a mastermind adept at manipulation. The Commander is a riveting journey that navigates the blurred lines between duty and desire, suspicion and trust, leaving audiences on the edge of their seats.

The Commander is a drama show created by Lynda La Plante.

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