Commando: On the Front Line
A hard hitting ITV series that follows Royal Marines recruits from day one of training, through 32 weeks of the longest and hardest military training in the world and then to the front line in Afghanistan.
- 2007-2007
- 1 season
- Documentary, Action & Adventure
A hard hitting ITV series that follows Royal Marines recruits from day one of training, through 32 weeks of the longest and hardest military training in the world and then to the front line in Afghanistan.
Season 1 Episode Guide
8 Episodes 2007
Episode 1
The Shock of Capture
Chris Terrill trains alongside other recruits as he hopes to make the grade so he can film the war in Afghanistan.
Episode 2
Carrot and Stick
After weeks of training the recruits find it difficult to make the required grade.
Episode 3
The Lost Patrol
Whilst out training on Dartmoor the team find themselves in a real life rescue.
Episode 4
Tears and Fears
When Terry John takes part in a speed march things don't go quite as he was expecting and he learns some harsh realities from the medical officer.
Episode 5
Enemy Contact
Halfway through their commando training, the recruits of 924 Troop are pushed to the limit prior to their deployment to Afghanistan. Meanwhile, Bertie Kerr, just three weeks out of training, leads his troop into enemy territory.
Episode 6
Operation Sparrowhawk
Bertie Kerr leads his team into enemy territory and comes under immediate fire from the Taliban just three weeks after having passed out. More trainees continue with their training in the UK being pushed to the very limits.
Episode 7
Assault at Dawn
Bertie Kerr and his team continue to be in danger. The other remaining recruits of 924 Troop train one last time before being sent to Afghanistan as well.
Episode 8
Royal Marines - To Your Duties!
The final set of recruits arrive in Afghanistan where they join up with they join Second Lieutenant Bertie Kerr's men.