Hit Point, a brand new British police drama, is coming to U and U&Dave.
Penned by Howard Overman, the BAFTA-winning writer behind Misfits, the six-part series is being developed and produced by Urban Myth Films, whose credits include Paris Has Fallen and The Lazarus Project.
Casting news is expected to be announced at a later date, with filming commencing next month. The Gentlemen director David Caffrey is slated to helm the series. In the meantime, Hit Point has also been confirmed for a 2026 release, with U&Dave sharing a synopsis.
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It reads: “Hit Point is an adrenaline-charged blend of high-stakes crime thriller and sizzling romantic drama, following thirtysomething detectives Leo and Bella as their latest case pulls them into a dangerous West London underworld.
“On the hunt for answers, the lines between their personal and professional lives blur with every twist and betrayal. Packed with razor-sharp humour and heart-stopping action, Hit Point is a gripping, fast-paced series where loyalty is tested, secrets explode, and love might just be the most dangerous game of all.”
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Helen Perry, head of drama commissioning for UKTV, described Hit Point as “a cop show like no other”, adding: “With his singular voice, Howard has crafted a tense crime thriller that’s driven by a characterful will-they-won’t romance.
“It’s a distinctive genre mash-up, full of heart, humour and action-packed sequences. It’s the perfect first scripted drama commission for U&Dave and U, and a marker of our ambition for drama on the channel.”
Overman has also spoken about the series, raving: “We are all excited at Urban Myth Films to be teaming up with UKTV on Hit Point. It’s been a joy to create a show that blends high-octane thrills with heart, humour and a love story at its core.”
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“We have a talented crew of industry experts bringing Leo and Bella’s world to life, and I can’t wait for audiences to dive into the twists, turns and surprises we have in store,” he continued.
“We’ve been wanting to make the right scripted drama on U&Dave for a long time, and Hit Point hits the mark,” said Emma Tibbetts, UKTV’s Director of Programming for Scripted content. “It’s sharp, stylish, and full of twists – exactly the kind of gripping, character-led drama we know our viewers love.”
Hit Point will premiere on U and U&Dave in 2026.
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Megan is a freelance news reporter for Digital Spy.Â