Episode
Silent Witness: A Special Relationship (2)
Overview
Nikki is still in shock as the team arrive at Matt's residence but insists on working at the Lyell, determined to help. When analysing crime scene photos and the positions of the victims' bodies, Nikki realises there is a pattern. Together, the team uncover a secret that has been held by those at the very top of the US government.
Details
- Series
- Silent Witness
- Season
- Season 21
- Episode
- Episode 6
- Air date
- 2018-01-23
- Runtime
- 60 min
Episode context
A Special Relationship (2) is Episode 6 in Series 21 of Silent Witness. It aired on 2018-01-23. The runtime is 60 min.
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Episode 5: A Special Relationship (1)
A US diplomat is shot dead in central London, forcing the team to work closely with the embassy and the FBI.
Episode 7: One Day (1)
While two care home staff are chasing Kevin McDowd, a young man with learning disabilities and sociopathic tendencies, Nikki and Jack examine a fatal road accident where the deceased is Kevin McDowd's mother. The investigation led by police sergeant Button should be straightforward, but the forensic evidence suggests foul play.
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