Foyle's War

Foyle delays his retirement so he can intervene on behalf of a man sentenced to be hanged for high treason, dedicating his efforts to the case. Meanwhile, Samantha and Adam are locked in a struggle to secure the future of Hill House, fighting to preserve its legacy.

The Hide is a programme presented as a single episode. It falls within the episode genre and centres on a compact, self‑contained story rather than a multi‑part series. The format allows the narrative to focus tightly on the characters and the dilemmas they face within its limited running time. In this instalment, the veteran detective Foyle decides to suspend his plans for retirement. He does so in order to intervene on behalf of a man who has been sentenced to death by hanging for committing high treason. Foyle’s choice to remain active highlights his sense of duty, even as he stands on the brink of leaving the force. At the same time, two other figures, Samantha and Adam, are engaged in a struggle of their own. Their efforts are directed toward safeguarding the future of Hill House, a property whose continued existence appears to be under threat. Their collaboration underscores a determination to protect something of personal or communal value. Both storylines run in parallel, juxtaposing Foyle’s legal‑moral battle with the more personal campaign of Samantha and Adam. The episode therefore weaves together themes of responsibility and preservation, as each character confronts a pivotal challenge that could shape the outcomes for themselves and for Hill House alike.