In 1965 twelve children are gathered together on a deserted moor when they become surrounded by a harsh, bright light, and then suddenly they are gone. Back in the present day, all over planet Earth, children stop moving. Stop playing. Stop laughing. Stop everything. Then, as one, they begin to speak with the same voice, announcing to the governments of the world the imminent arrival of a new alien threat. It becomes clear to the Torchwood team that this isn't the aliens' first visit to Earth, and a terrible price is going to be paid for sins of the past.
Episodes
E1
1. Day One
8.4
July 6, 2009
58 min
At 8.45am, every child in the world suddenly stops, chanting the words "we are coming" again and again. Whilst investigating, the remaining Torchwood team face greater personal and professional challenges than ever before, having to work with their numbers depleted.
Paul Copley, Rik Makarem, Anna Lee Lawson, Phylip Harries, Crisian Emanuel
E2
2. Day Two
7.6
July 7, 2009
58 min
Torchwood are forced underground, as the government takes swift and brutal action. With members of the team being hunted down, only Lois holds the key to Torchwood's salvation - but she is helpless as her superiors make plans for the mysterious Floor 13.
Guest Stars:
Paul Copley, Tom Price, Osi Okerafor, Emmanuel Ighodaro, Robert Shelly
E3
3. Day Three
8.4
July 8, 2009
58 min
The eyes of the world turn to Britain, as the 456 announce, 'We are here'. As a pillar of fire descends upon London, the members of Torchwood must battle to protect their own families, as the fight gets personal. But will Clem's memories destroy everything?
Guest Stars:
Paul Copley, Tom Price, Rachel Ferjani, Christopher James, Charles Abomeli
E4
4. Day Four
8.6
July 9, 2009
59 min
Torchwood finally learns the truth about the events of 1965. But Britain is in danger of becoming a rogue state, and everything now pivots around John Frobisher, as the Ambassador of the 456 destroys its old allegiances and reveals its true intent.
Guest Stars:
Paul Copley, Colin McFarlane, Deborah Findlay, Nicholas Briggs, Patrice Naiambana
E5
5. Day Five
8.9
July 10, 2009
58 min
Torchwood is defenceless, and Gwen Cooper stands alone, as the final sanction begins. As violence erupts and the world descends into anarchy, an ordinary council estate becomes a battleground where the future of the human race will be decided.
Guest Stars:
Tom Price, Lorna Bennett, Colin McFarlane, Deborah Findlay, Rhiannon Oliver
