Detective/Thriller★ NewSubtitles
Duration
60 minutes
Series Info
Season 11 Episode 1 of 10

Quick Summary

In the first of a two‑part series, a prostitute's corpse is discovered in an abandoned suitcase at Heathrow Airport. Investigators trace the evidence to a Ukrainian billionaire, with David Hayman leading the cast. The investigation drives the narrative of this opening episode.

About This Program

Rules of the Game – Part One is a television programme presented as an episode, forming the first instalment of a two‑part series. It adopts the episode format, delivering a concise story that also functions as a building block for the wider narrative arc. The plot kicks off with the unsettling discovery of a prostitute’s body concealed inside an abandoned suitcase that had been left at Heathrow Airport. As investigators piece together the clues, the trail of evidence points unmistakably toward a Ukrainian billionaire, making him the focal point of the enquiry. The suitcase, found among the terminal's discarded luggage, becomes the key piece that links the victim to the powerful suspect. David Hayman appears in the production, taking a leading role within the narrative. His involvement anchors the episode, providing a recognizable presence that guides viewers through the unfolding mystery. Hayman's performance adds depth to the investigation, portraying the complexities of a case that straddles crime and high‑profile intrigue. As the opening half of the overall arc, this episode sets the stage for the continuation that will follow in the second part, leaving the investigation unresolved and pointing toward further developments. The unresolved nature ensures that the story will carry forward, inviting the audience to return for the concluding segment. Viewers are left with a clear sense of tension, as the clues gathered hint at broader implications beyond the immediate crime.

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Trial & Retribution broadcasts on ITV3 at 11:50pm, Friday, 13 February 2026. (Subtitles)

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Runtime60 mins