Sky Lockerbie A search for the Truth cast, plot and episode release schedule as new drama airs
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New Sky drama Lockerbie will explore the tragic airline disaster that killed hundreds and changed peoples' lives forever. In a new five-part series on Sky, Lockerbie: A Search for Truth sees Dr. Jim Swire (Colin Firth) become a spokesperson for the victims’ families as he tries to understand and investigate the deadly plane crash that killed 270 people in the Scottish town.
Exploring events from the disaster and its aftermath, Lockerbie provides an intimate account of a man, a husband, and a father who risks everything in memory of his daughter and the unflinching pursuit of truth and justice. Following The Day of the Jackal, the new drama is Sky's latest big drama that hopes to be one of 2025's biggest TV shows. This is everything you need to know about the new Sky drama including cast, plot and when to watch the series.
The official synopsis, as released by Sky, reads: "On 21st December 1988, 259 passengers and crew were killed when Pan Am Flight 103 exploded over Lockerbie 38 minutes after take-off, with a further 11 residents losing their life as the plane came down over the quiet, Scottish town.
"In the wake of the disaster and his daughter Flora’s death, Dr Jim Swire (Firth), is nominated spokesperson for the UK victims’ families, who have united to demand truth and justice. "Travelling across continents and political divides, Jim embarks on a relentless journey that not only jeopardises his stability, family and life, but completely overturns his trust in the justice system. As the truth shifts under Jim’s feet, his view of the world is left forever changed.
