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The Game Series 2025: Jason Watkins and Robson Green Reunite for a Gripping Psychological Thriller
A thrilling new psychological drama is about to shake up your screens—The Game has officially set its premiere, and fans of twisty, dark mysteries are already buzzing. With Jason Watkins and Robson Green leading the cast, this high-stakes thriller is being billed as a “cat-and-mouse” ride unlike anything we've seen on Channel 5 in recent memory.
The show, originally known as Catch You Later, has kept its cards close—until now. And with the title locked in and buzz growing fast, it’s clear this one’s playing for keeps. The cast reunites two British TV heavyweights for the first time in years, while also bringing Ackley Bridge star Sunetra Sarker into the mix. The working title may have changed, but the intensity hasn’t—Channel 5 is clearly aiming to match the addictive drama of hits like The Feud and The Wives.
Curious about the storyline, cast lineup, release plan, filming location, and how to watch it from anywhere in the world? We've got everything mapped out. Keep checking back—we’re updating this guide constantly as new clues drop and the game heats up.
Release date & Where to Watch
The Game kicks off on Channel 5 at 9 pm on Monday, May 12, 2025. The gripping four-part thriller will continue nightly at the same time, leading up to an intense finale on Thursday, May 15, 2025.
What is the plot of The Game Series 2025?
Retired detective Huw Miller is trying to enjoy the quiet life—until his new neighbour, Patrick Harbottle, stirs up memories of a chilling unsolved case. Years ago, Huw failed to catch the elusive Ripton Stalker, a serial killer who taunted him with the phrase, “catch you later.” When Patrick echoes those very words, Huw becomes convinced his past has moved in next door.
What follows is a tense psychological game, as the lines between intuition and obsession begin to blur. According to the official synopsis, “What follows is a high-stakes game of psychological chess between the two neighbours as Huw’s world begins to crumble around him. Unable to bear the guilt of the stalker taking another victim under his nose, Huw risks everything to unearth the truth. But has he set his sights on the right man, or is his obsession pushing him ever closer to the brink?”
Speaking to Deadline, Watkins praised the “cat and mouse dynamic." Green expressed (via Radio Times), “The way Patrick says ‘catch you later’ triggers something within Huw, who thinks he has his man... Very quickly you realise there is a game being played, but is Patrick a stalker and is Huw on the right track or spiralling out of control psychologically?”
Green also revealed that the series allowed him to exercise “an acting muscle” he hadn’t used “in 40 years, and described the drama as “very dark and edgy.” As more unsettling clues surface—including the death of Huw’s former neighbour Frank—one question remains: is Patrick guilty, or is Huw being hunted by his own mind?
Who’s Starring in The Game Series 2025?
- Jason Watkins as Huw Miller
- Robson Green as Patrick Harbottle
- Sunetra Sarker as Huw's wife
- Indy Lewis as Margot Miller
- Amber James as Jenny Atkins
- Joshua Hill as Martin Flint
- Jenny Rainsford as Tina Oakley
- Scott Karim as Paul Oakley
- Amy Huberman
- Simon Harrison
- Christina Bennington
- Lewis Ian Bray
- Gordon Kennedy
Is There a Trailer for The Game Series 2025?
Check out the trailer below:
Filming Details
Filming was slated for November 2024 and took place in Spain's Basque Country. (via Televisual and Deadline)
Behind the Scenes
The upcoming psychological thriller The Game was written by Tom Grieves and directed by Toby Frow. Originally titled Catch You Later, the series is produced by Clapperboard Studios for Channel 5, with international distribution handled by Sphere Abacus.
Channel 5 and Paramount+ Commissioning Editor Paul Testar said, "We're thrilled to bring this trio of brilliant actors in Jason, Robson and Sunetra to this fantastic and compelling story." (via TV Guide UK)
Jason Watkins shared his enthusiasm, saying, "Really excited to do another Channel 5 thriller, after the success of Coma. This is a different prospect but has all the ingredients for another thrilling ride."
Robson Green added, "I am so stoked to be working alongside Jason Watkins again on the new Channel 5 drama The Game. The psychological thriller aspect of the story promises to be a gripping ride, and I can't wait to dive into the cat-and-mouse dynamics that Tom Grieve has crafted. It's going to be an unforgettable journey!"
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