The Sweeney
Overview
Jack Regan, a rogue member of the Flying Squad, employs unconventional tactics in his relentless pursuit of criminals, often bending the rules. Alongside his partner, George Carter, Regan navigates the gritty underbelly of London, tackling crime with raw determination and a disregard for protocol. Their dynamic partnership showcases the challenges of law enforcement, as they grapple with moral dilemmas and the consequences of their actions. Set against a backdrop of 1970s Britain, "The Sweeney" delivers a gripping blend of action and drama, highlighting the complexities of justice in a turbulent era.
Episodes
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1
Ringer
When Regan’s vehicle is pilfered, it not only takes her car but also crucial surveillance images from a recent stakeout. The thief, however, goes a ...
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2
Jackpot
Regan's elite task force finds itself in hot water when they capture a group of hijackers, only to discover that a bag containing £35,000 has mysteri...
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3
Thin Ice
Regan finds himself at odds with a conceited police superintendent after a notorious crime lord is granted permission to flee to France. Frustrated by...
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4
Queen’s Pawn
Following a high-profile defense attorney's successful dismissal of a murder indictment against three low-level criminals, Regan receives the green li...
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5
Jigsaw
In the episode "Jigsaw," Regan becomes increasingly suspicious that Eddie Boyse, a notorious criminal just out of prison, is behind a recent robbery. ...
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6
Night Out
On a Saturday afternoon, the Superintendent discovers a bank heist is underway and sends Regan to check on an ex-girlfriend living next door to the cr...
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7
The Placer
Regan takes on a fresh persona as a former inmate, assuming the role of a truck driver to infiltrate and uncover a network involved in hijacking oper...
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8
Cover Story
A captivating crime journalist finds herself at the center of a murky situation, leaving everyone questioning whether she is a key player in a notorio...
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9
Golden Boy
Regan encounters the shady informant Harry Fuller at a pub, where he appears to be unusually wealthy. Sensing something suspicious, Regan decides to c...
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10
Stoppo Driver
Following the death of their getaway driver during a police chase, a gang resorts to blackmailing a young officer by abducting his fiancée. The gang...
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11
Big Spender
The Smith Brothers, a ruthless mob family, decide to switch gears from their typical intimidation methods and instead orchestrate a cunning parking ti...
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12
Contact Breaker
When Danny Keever, a prisoner on a weekend pass nearing his parole, becomes the prime suspect in a bank heist, Regan takes on the challenge to prove h...
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13
Abduction
Regan receives a crucial tip from a reliable informant regarding a looming robbery. In a disturbing turn of events, the gang retaliates by abducting h...
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Chalk and Cheese
Giles Nunn and Carrie Selhurst, an affluent couple seeking excitement and easy money, engage in highway robberies on desolate country roads, aided by...
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2
Faces
After a gang successfully seizes an armored security truck, Regan, Carter, and the Flying Squad quickly devise a plan to ambush the criminals. As the...
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3
Supersnout
Regan receives a tip from his informant about an impending hijacking of a truck filled with cigarettes, where the informant will act as the lookout. A...
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4
Big Brother
In this episode of Big Brother, Regan's frustration escalates while interrogating a suspect connected to a wage theft. His aggressive tactics attract ...
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5
Hit and Run
A fatal error in identification leads to dire consequences as a hit goes awry. Regan and Carter work together to dismantle the hit-and-run operation, ...
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6
Trap
Regan and Carter find themselves approached by a reporter who possesses details about a lingering heist that remains unresolved. Meanwhile, they can't...
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7
Golden Fleece
Chief Inspector Haskins finds himself wrongfully accused of corruption as Regan and Carter delve into a series of burglaries. Their inquiries lead th...
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8
Poppy
Notorious criminal Vic Labbett makes his way back to England with the intent of reclaiming the spoils from a previous heist. Detectives Regan and Cart...
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9
Stay Lucky, Eh?
Regan and Carter find themselves entangled in a bizarre investigation when two thieves become victims of a shocking armed robbery. As they delve into ...
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10
Trojan Bus
Regan and Carter delve into a seemingly straightforward art transaction that quickly reveals deeper complications. Their inquiry takes a dangerous tur...
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11
I Want the Man
After Regan shares intel about a diamond heist, her snout is kidnapped by the criminals involved. Now, Regan and Carter are on a mission to apprehend ...
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12
Country Boy
Regan and Carter are summoned to investigate a series of alarming incidents triggering alerts throughout their jurisdiction. As they delve into the m...
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13
Thou Shalt Not Kill!
Regan and Carter respond to a tense situation at a bank, where a pair of armed thieves have taken several hostages. The clock is ticking as they work ...
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1
Messenger of the Gods
Regan and Carter suspect a particular individual in connection with the stolen mercury shipment, but their lead is complicated by a solid alibi that ...
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2
Hard Men
Regan and Carter find themselves paired with a Scottish officer, despite their initial hesitations. The trio must learn to work together as they navi...
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3
Drag Act
The Sweeney receives faulty intel from their informants, leading to a mishap that enables a group of criminals to escape with a stash of illegal alcoh...
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4
Trust Red
When a thief is killed in the midst of a heist, Regan and Carter are left with no clues to pursue. As they sift through the aftermath, the lack of evi...
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5
Nightmare
Regan's partner experiences a vivid nightmare that eerily mirrors a tragic event. As she grapples with the chilling details of her dream, Regan become...
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6
Money, Money, Money
Regan and Carter set out to apprehend a man who is attempting to extort a lottery winner by threatening to expose his involvement in a heist. As they...
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7
Bait
Regan is on a mission to capture a contemporary duo reminiscent of Bonnie and Clyde. As she delves deeper into their criminal activities, she uncover...
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8
The Bigger They Are
Regan uncovers a startling truth: those who achieve great success will go to extreme lengths to hide their dark secrets. As she delves deeper, she rea...
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9
Feet of Clay
Regan is approached by a former criminal associate seeking assistance after his son is abducted. Despite their tumultuous history, Regan feels compell...
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10
One of Your Own
In his quest to crack a jewelry heist, Carter finds himself incarcerated. As he delves deeper into the case, his determination to uncover the truth le...
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11
Hearts and Minds
In "Hearts and Minds," Regan and Carter find themselves entangled in a high-stakes scheme aimed at stopping a foreign leader from acquiring an experim...
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12
Latin Lady
A wealthy obstetrician finds himself under threat when a group of thugs ambushes him, stealing his suitcase. As he navigates the aftermath of the rob...
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13
Victims
Carter uncovers that a trusted informant played a role in the attack on one of his fellow officers. As he delves deeper into the investigation, he gr...
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14
Jack or Knave
Regan is thrust into a precarious situation when the Police Complaints Department levels serious accusations of corruption against him. As tensions ri...
