ITV has officially dropped the first teaser trailer for Trigger Point season four, giving audiences a tense preview of bomb disposal officer Lana Washington’s next explosive mission across London.
- Early Renewal: The hit thriller was recommissioned for a fourth installment before the third series had even hit television screens.
- Massive Viewership & Royal Honor: After series two averaged 8.1 million viewers, the production celebrated a special set visit from Her Majesty The Queen in March to mark ITV’s 70th anniversary.
- Where to Stream: UK audiences can watch the new series on ITV1 and ITVX, while international viewers can catch the show streaming on BBC iPlayer in other countries.
First Trailer Drops for High-Octane Trigger Point Season 4
Tension is mounting once again as the premiere trailer for Trigger Point series four officially lands, offering fans a high-stakes look at the next chapter for Expo Lana Washington and her team.
Trigger Point follows a team of bomb disposal officers, known as EXPOs, as they dedicate themselves to keeping the capital safe from explosive devices and terrorist threats.
Leading actress Vicky McClure, who plays Expo Lana Washington, will film series four across the summer months.
Rating Powerhouse Secures Early Renewal
The decision to order another chapter highlights total confidence from network executives following staggering ratings. The last series to have aired – series two – averaged 8.1million viewers and was streamed 30million times on ITVX.
On recommissioning the propulsive drama series for a fourth time, ITV’s Director of Drama, Polly Hill commented:
“Trigger Point is one of ITV’s most-watched dramas of last year after Mr Bates vs The Post Office so I’m delighted that this thrilling series is returning for a fourth series. I know audiences will be once again on the edge of their seat as Lana and the team take us on another thrilling ride to keep the capital safe.”
Series three also received a special honour in March when Her Majesty The Queen visited the Trigger Point set and met with the team to mark the start of ITV’s 70th year celebrations, and following the success of the series.
Cast and Creative Team React
Star Vicky McClure shared her excitement over jumping back into the high-stress lead role before the third run had even broadcasted.
Commented Vicky McClure:
“We’re all buzzing ITV have such faith in this series to commission a fourth before the third has even aired. I love working with the team, we have a great time making the show and I cannot wait to continue Lana’s journey on Trigger Point.”
Behind the scenes, a stacked production team continues to steer the project. The new series is written by Chris Brandon (Bloodlands) and will be directed by Jennie Darnell (Payback, Line of Duty) and Nirpal Bhogal (DI Ray, Grace) with series producer Kristian Dench (The Capture, Red Eye) and block producer Kingsley Hoskins (The Road Trip, The Flatshare).
Global Distribution and Broadcast Details
The series is in association with All3Media International, who distribute the series internationally. The series airs on BBC iPlayer in other countries, whilst in the UK it is broadcast on ITV1 and ITVX.
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