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Level 5: Kill the Past

LimelightThe System: Series 1
Episode 5 of 6

Jake’s given a new target. And it’s someone he knows.

A witty and propulsive six-part thriller about a group of young radicals and the hunt for their leader. Starring Siena Kelly, Jack Rowan and Iain de Caestecker.

Written by Ben Lewis.

The Past: Jake and Alex have a stand-off when Jake’s given a target dangerously close to home.
The Present: Maya’s TV habit, once described as her downfall, is about to become her greatest asset.

Alex … Iain de Caestecker
Jerome… Don Gilét
Maya … Siena Kelly
Coyote…Divian Ladwa
Beau…Matthew Needham
DI Cohen / Jess …Chloe Pirrie
Jake …Jack Rowan

Original music and sound design by Danny Krass
Featuring tracks from Equiknoxx music collective

With thanks to Dr Joel Busher at the Centre for Trust, Peace and Social Relations, University of Coventry.

A BBC Scotland Production directed by Kirsty Williams

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27 minutes

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Fri 28 Mar 202501:30
BBC Radio 4 Extra

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  • Fri 25 Jun 202114:15
    BBC Radio 4
  • Mon 6 May 202423:00
    BBC Radio 4 FM
  • Thu 27 Mar 202506:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
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    BBC Radio 4 Extra
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  • Fri 28 Mar 202501:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra

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