7.3
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Vigil (2021)
Vigil (2021)
Overview
The mysterious disappearance of a Scottish fishing trawler and a death on-board the submarine HMS Vigil bring the police into conflict with the Navy and British security services. DCI Amy Silva and DS Kirsten Longacre lead an investigation on land and at sea into a conspiracy that goes to the very heart of Britain’s national security.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
PeacockRating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Moderate
LGBTQ: Positive
Viewer Rating
7.3
Overview
The mysterious disappearance of a Scottish fishing trawler and a death on-board the submarine HMS Vigil bring the police into conflict with the Navy and British security services. DCI Amy Silva and DS Kirsten Longacre lead an investigation on land and at sea into a conspiracy that goes to the very heart of Britain’s national security.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
PeacockDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Primary
The film's dominant themes align with progressive values by critically examining institutional power, government secrecy, and corruption within the military, while also featuring prominent LGBTQ+ representation and championing truth and accountability.
The series features visible diversity within its cast, including prominent roles for non-white actors, without explicitly recasting traditionally white roles. Its narrative focuses on a thriller mystery and does not center on critiquing traditional identities.
Secondary
Vigil features a central lesbian relationship between its lead protagonist, DCI Amy Silva, and DS Kirsten Longacre. This relationship is depicted with dignity, complexity, and emotional depth, serving as a significant aspect of the characters' lives and the narrative. The portrayal is affirming and normalizes same-sex love without sensationalizing or problematizing their sexuality.
Based on available information, 'Vigil, 2021' does not appear to feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. Consequently, there is no depiction to evaluate regarding its portrayal of transsexual individuals or related topics within the narrative.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Vigil (2021) is an original television series, not an adaptation of existing source material or a reboot of established characters. Therefore, no characters had a prior canonical or historical gender to be swapped.
Vigil (2021) is an original television series with characters created specifically for the show. There is no prior source material or historical record establishing the race of its characters, thus precluding any race swap.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.4
7.2
Critic Ratings
N/A
7.3
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