The Vice

The Vice is an ITV police drama about the Metropolitan Police Vice Unit. Spanning five short series from 1999 and 2003, it follows the London Metropolitan police force's vice squad, where prostitution, underage sex, and such organised crime are regular occurrences. Most episodes end where the main villain is caught but often not in a 'naturally' concluded way expected from other TV dramas, and often ending with more unanswered questions than answered. Leader DI Pat Chappel struggles to manage the balance between his private and professional lives — as do the rest of the team. Working in the seedy underworld leads to a continual dilemma — the tension between the Vice Squad and vice-related crimes runs throughout the series and gives the show a rich viewing experience. The line of the team staying on the right side of the law is often blurred, as almost every member at different points submits briefly or permanently to the dubious temptations, sometimes with drastic consequences.

Cast

Caroline Catz PC Cheryl Hutchins David Harewood DS Joe Robinson Ken Stott DI Pat Chappel

Rosie Marcel PC Kirsty Morgan

Marc Warren PC Dougie Raymond Tim Pigott-Smith CI Frank Vickers

Diane Parish Shirley Robinson

Mel Raido PC Adam Parkes Anna Chancellor Dr Christina Weir

Tamzin Malleson PC Lorraine Johnstone

Jake Nightingale Sgt Stuart Cole

Garry Cooper Supt Jeff Callard

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