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Connor Swindells (Sex Education), Alfie Allen (Game of Thrones), and Sofia Boutella (Atomic Blonde) take us behind the scenes on the SAS Rogue Heroes set.
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[@binitkarna773]

Absolutely loved the series. I hope there will be a second season.

[@rolfagten857]

We need it, agreed!

[@DEmy-ky7xc]

I think I saw the second season has already been approved 😊

[@ujwalnippani7934]

@@DEmy-ky7xc they've approved 5 seasons !!

[@monibrehm4403]

Well there has to be, they can't leave it like that!

[@casparthomas4775]

Five more seasons are on the way

[@Longshanks1956]

Best thing the bloody BBC have produced in thirty years.

[@ad______3436]

What a fantastic way to breath life into a rarely mentioned bit of the Desert War/The North African campaign of WWII! Researching and writing about Jock Lewes as a novelist, opened my eyes to a whole new level of ‘what it means to be a hero!’ Lewes’ life story and more poignantly his last few hours make one realize that valor is about your choices to the very last moment. What is true courage? For me, I look to Jock Lewes. I look to my own grandfather who risked everything to save people. Thank you BBC for making this band of ‘Rogue Heroes’ mainstream. - Alex David, London to Cairo trilogy

[@nayftv]

Biggest surprise was how good jack and Conner are I’m used to seeing them playing parts who are very similar to themselves this is a total departure and wow they killed it Alfie and Sophia great as always and so where the rest of the cast

[@orion8835]

I’m stunned over Alfie Allen. He is nothing like Theon Greyjoy. This series looks interesting.

[@pablomonsalve3911]

I like him much more in this role, I find it suits him better

[@swenhtet2861]

He also played as Mr. Finkles (I think) in Jojo Rabbit.

[@piritskenyer]

I was so happy to see Alfie Allen play a role where he's not a slimy human being, I liked him in the role. *Spoiler* And I was heartbroken at Jocl Lewes' death

[@Hckon]

It’s amazing! Worth checking out!

[@garyfrombrooklyn]

Alfie as Jock is amazing!! His lines are the some of the best lol! “In world where there are no rules, no order, no organized plan. Certain men are identified by war itself as its natural executors. And those natural executors take matters into their own hands.” “I’m bringing together men of a particular calibre, and you are amongst them. The others are all insane, in jail or like me, in despair.”

[@Jaqhama]

Can't wait for Season 2. Paddy Mayne in Europe. Jack O'Connell nailed it! Keep the ACDC music. Dirty Deeds should be the title music. With excepts from TNT, Highway To Hell, Long Way To The Top, Shook Me All Night Long etc.

[@ad______3436]

Paddy Mayne in Europe story line is extremely disturbing. SAS men talking about the experience in Europe versus the desert raids admitted that there is no comparison to the sheer brutality of fighting SAS style within villages or towns. Some even found it difficult to talk about, some cried. Seeing tears or head shaking on SAS men says quite a bit about just how horrific the European theatre was. - Alex David author of Into Seething Darkness.

[@Jaqhama]

Yes dear, I expect the violence will be toned down for TV don't you think?

[@luisp.cuellar619]

​@@JaqhamaWell, let's hope not.

[@AbsintheReverie]

I hope there are more interviews/bloopers/BTS for season 2. The cast all seem like great guys so it would be fun to watch.

[@specs1halo]

Brilliant just Brilliant, really hope this becomes a regular series. Actors were amazing and the sound track was just perfect. Lots more of the same please BBC 😊

[@EMPERORSPROTECTION-TERRA4LIFE]

Alfie Alan is probably the best actor that has come out of Britain in recent times. Like seriously! I know there are bigger but do they really act better??? I don’t think they do. Alfie as Theon was an epic portrayal

[@pradyumn2692]

Ewan Mitchell, Sam Claffin, Iwan Rheon... I think it has more to do with the kind of roles they play.

[@racheltaylor6578]

Jack O'Connell is a great actor as well.

[@Johnyperks]

First Class Series, I was seriously worried they wouldn't have the budget to do a good job. Superb very well done. looks like they got given the cash to do it justice.

[@lewistaylor1965]

Casting was spot on...Authenticity spot on...Story doesn't get any better than the birth of the SAS...I couldn't stop watching every episode after the first one...Brilliant!...now ST.Nazaire next please!...Hehe, like if I ask someone will do it for me...Well, I wished for 'SAS Rogue Heroes' and I got that...didn't I?

[@mrsmirnoff8715]

Great shout on St. Nazaire. It would be fantastic to see finally see a big budget adaptation of this truly incredible yet little known story from WWII.

[@lewistaylor1965]

@@mrsmirnoff8715 Yeah...I read a couple books on the raid and saw the Clarkson documentary so moved by it I drove down there to St.Nazaire to see for myself and the dock area is relatively unchanged, still see the bullet holes in the swing bridge...The U-boat docks are still in good shape...I don't think the french know what to do with them as it would cost a lot to knock them down...It looked like there wouldn't be much to do as for historical accuracy just to take over the docks for a shoot for a couple weeks and a mock up Cambeltown and it would mostly be in the dark...Could be a very good film if it was done well...I bet Christopher Nolan, Sam Mendes or Peter Jackson could turn it into a money spinning classic...especially currently with Brit war movies doing so well at the box office these days...We try sow the seeds...wink wink!

[@ryansugasawara983]

I mean at least the commando’s already have a well known movie for the Raid. If we are doing lesser known special forces operations, Chindits I believe deserve a shout out

[@lewistaylor1965]

@@ryansugasawara983 'commando’s already have a well known movie for the Raid'...What's it called?

[@ryansugasawara983]

@@lewistaylor1965 sarcasm doesn’t work well on the internet. Probably should have said infamous.

[@cardanam]

this show is incredible, would be awesome to see more behind the scenes/interviews!!

[@luisp.cuellar619]

What an amazing show they did here, kuddos to all the people creating this great series!

[@ereini0n]

Love the show, and that they shot on location, not green screens, in tough conditions.

[@Daveluvutube]

I was in Morocco last week doing a desert rally and it was boiling hot so fairplay to these actors

[@waynerichardaves5375]

Fancy seeing Theon Greyjoy again after his GOT gig, looks awesome

[@salto1994]

i absolutely love the series. All the actors did an amazing job. I hope Eve Mansour survived tho, fingers crossed.

[@robhannam7294]

Jack o Connell looks just as made as paddy in real life lol

[@BrunyeeSalers]

Amazing series, great acting and such a tribute to the origins of the SAS

[@paulharland2238]

Superb series, with a top notch soundtrack 👌 👏

[@Johnyperks]

"Behind the scenes of SAS Rogue Heroes ' I think the BBC could have done A 60 Min piece on Behind the Scenes

[@JosephusAurelius]

Marvellous series. Loved it. Congratulations BBC

[@321edhp]

Yes congratulations x

[@robharris8844U]

That young lady has appeared in few British projects.I can understand why. She is a good actress.

[@rolfagten857]

All good actors sir!

[@robharris8844U]

@@rolfagten857 True!

[@paulbismuth10]

French actress, Sofia Boutella born in Algeria. You might have seen her in Star Trek with Chris Pine and in the first Kingsman. She also plays in french productions. Former Madonna's dancer (great dancer by the way); Wiki out....

[@rolfagten857]

@@paulbismuth10 Pfoeh that Sofie Boutella is a hottie!🐶👍

[@robharris8844U]

@@paulbismuth10 Yes, she is a very good actress like Binoche.❤️or Isabelle Adjani❤️❤️

[@barryfaucett9360]

Best series on television, can not wait for season 2. 👍😢

[@vitsobotka6268]

amazing series. Steven Knight is a legend

[@jonpowell8014]

Did the first three episodes last night, love it! Grandad on my mums side was a desert rat, Grandad on my dads side was a merchant seaman who did the Dunkirk thing...

[@ipdipdu]

Quite similar to my family history- my dad’s dad was a desert rat and my mum’s dad was in the navy on an aircraft carrier.

[@sylviecollins9381]

Loved this series and really hope their is a second Such fine actors!

[@VincentXerri]

I bought the full version of the SAS Originals War Diary and gave it to my eldest granddaughter Rebecca who is chuffed. I also took her to Menin Gate on my Harley as a treat.

[@harrisonandrew]

The series was absolutely brilliant. I cant wait for season 2.

[@woodcutter2479]

Massive thank you bbc for a brilliant entertaining series…hoping for a second season..

[@salto1994]

apparently there are 3 more seasons according to an interview

[@woodcutter2479]

@@salto1994 brilliant 👍

[@JosephusAurelius]

Yes please. Apparently Paddy in real life was awesomely brave in the European campaign as well

[@artisaprimus6306]

A great series celebrating these heroes. I'm glad there will be a second season, although it's a long wait.

[@arthursandomine5464]

Best show of the 20s I declare!

[@chrisstoddart4342]

More please. This was brilliant

[@L_U-K_E]

Very good series.

[@keltus_warrior6491]

It is now in the U.S. through EPIX. The Series is being released on episode at a time. E1 was / is awesome. E2 will be up for viewing on NOV20th.

[@marktuffield6519]

First thing on the BBC I have watched in like forever, really enjoyed it. Was the pilot who flew the Dominie from Bermuda? Because if so it didn't happen according to the Carribbean Air Crew website. Also the aircraft was in a post- war colour scheme and markings. The Dakotas were wearing mid to late war markings. Note to the director, aircraft engines and canopies don't like sandstorms they generally have covers over them for that reason. Good effort on the German aircraft colour schemes and markings all things considered, I will even let you off for using Buchons 😁

[@nougeneral]

Can we have a jack o'connell diary?

[@tncavscout]

Outstanding show! Love it!

[@nickmitsialis]

1:55 ah I feel for ya! My wife can whip up one of those heat shields for the front windscreen and then fold it up like it was nothing. Me? I couldn't put it back together if my life depended on it.

[@beckalyon1658]

Jack O’Connell unreal

[@dewantoroo]

I think the kid who played young tolkien also in this series right? Tom glen something. He also currently playing Aegon II Targaryen in HBO's house of the dragons.

[@mateo1726]

Hope there is a season 2!

[@jt.8144]

Oh there will be... there willlll be.

[@sammni]

Paddy Mayne in reality was 6,3 and 18 stone...... Just keep that in mind when he's bashing peoples head in lol

[@ad______3436]

And a world renowned Rugby player to boot!

[@mikeclark4416]

I think Alfie Allan actually looked like Jock Lewis . Great series & Theo Barklem really did look like their name sakes

[@vedranaolujic1977]

Love it!

[@JAYORD.N]

Adam Groff, James Cook & Theon Greyjoy 👏

[@user-zm4yk1et6g]

and aegon targaryen

[@sashaluskade5405]

absolutely looove this series!!

[@cyberphox1]

Great show BBC, another season please

[@theturdreich9546]

This program was great please do at least a series 2 could carry on right to today that would be great

[@garryleeks4848]

Great show

[@dnf-dead]

I'm enjoying this series

[@MrPolicekarim]

Hey! At 2:33 he mentions Algeria!

[@janemarett1885]

I don’t think the SAS back in 2nd World War worried about hairstyles, so probably a bit more rough and ready look , would add more ethnicity to the actors . But a great series over all , as lots of people will have a connection by family members who fought at Torbruk campaign 1941.

[@andrewduan5123]

using an m60 dressed up in crosses as a german tank lol, it like the 60s all over again

[@321edhp]

Thanks Alfi x

[@elainemackie1431]

Brilliant series

[@321edhp]

No ! Did you go in a volcano I did gotta watch it again x

[@tonybytheway7543]

Great series.....more please!!!!!

[@lovelyskull3483]

I love Alfie.

[@marianasam4087]

Tell me there is infinite more of these

[@kathyytube5660]

Loving the series 👍

[@soupknot83]

who dares wins!

[@keltus_warrior6491]

When will this be available for online streaming in the U.S.?

[@EricNels0n]

when is the 2 season coming?

[@Ag-qr6ii]

I assume not for a while because some of the actors have contracts in other shows

[@simonbrown7455]

Great series. But I do question why the SAS would hide somewhere yet hoist up a massive flag.

[@awedgewood]

To avoid friendly fire. The allies had far more aircraft than the Axis.

[@feetrust]

Jack o’connell….❤

[@georgekouremenos596]

Well, lets hope at the season 2 show that they had a company of Greek commandos not only Free French....

[@racheltaylor6578]

I'm surprised that Bill Stirling wasn't a character in it.

[@ad______3436]

At least Ben Macintyre gives William Joseph Stirling his due in SAS Rogue Heroes book.

[@racheltaylor6578]

@@ad______3436I’m told Bill Stirling is in series two.

[@eamo106]

Never heard of it or you guys... maybe you waited until it became epic like ,. BOB or Saving private Ryan. , I already worry why you do the behind the scenes so early ? AH, OK , I am in the USA !

[@tdewald3478]

Was looking forward to Masters of the Air, but this excellent series has set a high bar. Kudos to BBC-EPIX for not sanitizing the real life LGBTQ+ characters.

[@antnewbon2673]

How did you all get to do this. And were do I begin.

[@doctorjohndisco]

Is that Theon Greyjoy?

[@keran6019]

WHERE IS SEASON 2??????

[@321edhp]

I have a bench on my seafront in memory of Churchill n Dunkirk often sit there n think h nut x

[@MrDavidshore]

Когда 2 сезон?!

[@coolstorybrooooo7643]

There was some really obvious overdubbing of lines in the series. First episode and second. Peoples mouths move but the lines coming out of them are 100% different.

[@Blackmoon9u9]

Moroccan is wonderful

[@pelle6311]

why you using an american M60 tank?? hard to find find a panzer four?

[@grahamjordan1040]

Would never have parachuted in those conditions and shouting and firing weapons to try and round up stragglers behind enemy lines come on 🤣

[@Yuri-kk1pm]

Everything is ok. Except this German M60 that you wanted to sell as what? Rommels Pz4? Pz3?

[@HULLGRAFFITI]

Crazy that they actually went to a desert yet when you watch it it feels fake...

[@PompeyBoy66]

Seen all of it. Best thing the BBC have done since Pride and Prejudice. This rocks. I normally hate the BBC. I don't even have a TV licence because I am a Christian and don't like their attitude to the church.

[@rolfagten857]

My compliments! You have produced a great series. Finally something worth having. Please hold on to this quality!👍👍👍👍🤏🤏🤏👍👍👍👍👍👍👍🙂

[@vitaliyvyntu4566]

Good luck

[@boyblunder8889]

Enjoyable series , although badly chosen music tracks being used .. nil points for that.

[@jeffwilsonfhb]

The Germans using M60s in WW2?

[@userrrrthxmas]

Adam Groff

[@lolsaXx]

I like watching him play an adult

[@WILLIAM1690WALES]

You may have heard of this person but like Paddy if you mess with us not that we wish you any harm on anyone but King rat will get you he happens to come from a very close area of Paddy Mayne.BILLY WRIGHT.🇬🇧🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🇦🇽🇬🇧👌

[@compositorfazendoarte8669]

l'm a Brazilian composer stolen by the media and omitted by the courts l have copyright please ask for help from the international press

[@AlexLead]

SAS

[@rolfagten857]

The World War 2 adventure series!

[@Lloyd1885]

Enjoyable once it got rolling, but I didnt see the point in the female spy... fictional character not associated to the real story.

[@scottdunkirk8198]

Spent too many times in the desert, NOPE

[@Brotection_]

REEK

[@Subtleknife12367]

Can the bbc just stick to the story please. No need to add extra characters in aka spy lady. Nothing against the actress, she plays the part well, but this story does not need dramatising, the truth is already surreal and wacky without agendas being thrown into the plot.

[@Hiznogood]

Ok series but hate the choice of music as it’s doesn’t fit the time period and breaks the illusion, if you get my meaning.

[@sadoldgit313]

This is what the BBC used to be about! Great drama documentaries instead of all the woke crap they put out these days!

[@liamdormon7822]

Clearly a post-war American M60 Patton at 2:41 in german cosplay. Totally unwatchable

[@pressrepeat2000]

I wanted to like this series, but didn’t. The anachronistic music, Vietnam-era style, and some of the silly dialogue is very distracting from everything else and makes it all seem like a parody more than a real, historical action series. Which is too bad as the set pieces are incredible, and show the potential this show had. But it’s like getting pineapple and banana on your pizza, it just doesn’t fit and spoils the rest.

[@Mark-Haddow]

Why are there so many Scottish and Northern Irish actors in this. Everyone knows the SAS was exclusively an English concept.

[@sweaty7012]

"Exclusively an English concept ".Are you really serious? Stirling was Scottish and Mayne was from N Ireland and played for the Irish rugby team? The founder and the 2in command! SAS was initially supposed to be very Scottish heavy until recent times. Not just apocryphal either. I've heard it referred to within the Forces as the Scottish Air Service! In fact Scotland was always known as the original home of Special Forces.. All the Commando and indeed initial SOE training was in Scotland too, so the connection is inevitable.

[@Mark-Haddow]

@@sweaty7012 OK, the sarcasm went over your head. The SAS was formed from the Scots Guards, by the way. In UK television & movies, everyone has to be English or played by someone English doing an extraordinarily bad accent...

[@conner1260]

Do they actually had Scottish characters in this show like real life, or replaced them with English actors?

[@sweaty7012]

@@Mark-Haddow Fair one!

[@sammni]

I don't know if you're joking or not? Mayne was a well known Northern Irish loyalist