Sky’s ‘Prisoner’ Trailer Drops: Tahar Rahim and Izuka Hoyle Lead Explosive New Sky Original Series
Sky has unveiled the official trailer for its highly anticipated Sky Original thriller Prisoner — and it’s already shaping up to be one of the most intense TV releases of the year. Starring Tahar Rahim and Izuka Hoyle, the gripping drama lands Thursday, 30 April on Sky Atlantic and streaming service NOW.
Created and written by Matt Charman, with direction from BAFTA-winner Otto Bathurst, Prisoner promises a high-stakes ride packed with tension, moral conflict and relentless action.
Watch the trailer for Sky's new thriller Prisoner, here...
What Is Prisoner About?
At the heart of Prisoner is Amber (Hoyle), a by-the-book prison transport officer assigned to escort Tibor (Rahim) — a dangerous, highly trained killer — to court, where he’s set to testify against a powerful crime syndicate.
But the mission spirals out of control when their convoy is ambushed in a brutal, coordinated attack. Suddenly, Amber is forced into an unthinkable situation: trust the very man she’s been guarding.
Left as the only survivors, the pair find themselves handcuffed together and on the run. With time running out and enemies closing in, they must navigate a deadly landscape to reach court alive — and on time.
A Dangerous Alliance With High Stakes
As the syndicate tightens its grip, Prisoner dives deep into a tense psychological battle where trust is fragile and survival comes at a cost. Amber’s unwavering principles are pushed to the limit as she faces impossible choices, blurring the lines between right and wrong.
The series explores themes of morality, loyalty and survival, making it more than just a high-octane thriller — it’s a character-driven story with emotional depth and edge-of-your-seat suspense.
Star-Studded Supporting Cast
Alongside Rahim and Hoyle, Prisoner boasts a powerhouse supporting lineup, including Eddie Marsan, Catherine McCormack, Leonie Benesch, Finn Bennett, Sam Troughton, Laurie Davidson, Ken Nwosu, Brían F. O'Byrne and Youssef Kerkour.
When and Where to Watch Prisoner
All episodes of Prisoner will be available to watch from Thursday, 30 April on Sky Atlantic, with streaming via NOW — making it the perfect binge-watch for fans of gritty, character-led thrillers.
With its explosive premise, standout cast and top-tier creative team, Prisoner is already being tipped as a must-watch drama of 2026.