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War Gamers - Season 1

Series: War Gamers
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Episodes
6
Rating
TV14
Year
2022
Language
English
Publisher
Curiosity Stream

About

In the Second World War, German U Boats became a threat to all Allied shipping. By using under utilised resources like the WRENS and other experienced Naval staff, a solution was developed.

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Episodes

1. The Mastermind

49m

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When WW2 breaks out between Britain and Germany, the Royal Navy must find a way to sink the German U-boats before they cut off their vital transatlantic shipping routes.

2. False Dawns

50m

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Dönitz's U-boats continue to terrorise the transatlantic routes. In Britain, the WRENS prepare to frustrate his plans, while the Royal Navy turns to a retired wargamer.

3. The Wrens

50m

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Gilbert Roberts sets up a tactical school to counter the U-boats. He enlists the help of Jean Laidlaw and a small team of Wrens, to wargame battles and develop new manoeuvres.

4. The Game

50m

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Roberts and Laidlaw have uncovered a flaw in the Royal Navy's anti U-boat tactic 'Buttercup'. They must now convince Noble that their new manoeuvre will sink Dönitz's U-boats.

5. Stalemate

50m

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In 1943, pressure mounts on WATU to prove their value. When convoy ONS.5 catches Dönitz's attention, the stage is set for the battle that will turn the tide of the Atlantic war.

6. The End Game

50m

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After ONS.5, Roberts and Laidlaw must do everything in their power to counteract Dönitz's acoustic torpedo and recapture the waves before the impending D-Day landings.

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