The second season of Vigil has landed, launching detectives Amy Silva (Suranne Jones) and Kirsten Longacre (Rose Leslie) back onto our screens, and this time there isn't a submarine in sight.

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Season 2 focuses on the world of drone warfare, with Silva and Longacre tasked with solving a new case when multiple unexplained fatalities occur at a Scottish military facility.

The first three episodes of Vigil season 2 became available at 6am on Sunday 10th December.

But when can fans watch the season finale? Read on for everything you need to know about the release schedule for Vigil season 2.

When is the final episode of Vigil season 2 out on BBC iPlayer?

Suranne Jones holding a metal bar in Vigil season 2
Suranne Jones. BBC/World Productions LTD

The final episodes of Vigil season 2 have landed, finally revealing who piloted the MPAS drone which killed multiple members of the military, as well as the fates of our central duo.

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The full iPlayer release schedule for the season is as follows:

  • Episode 1 - 6am, Sunday 10th December
  • Episode 2 - 6am, Sunday 10th December
  • Episode 3 - 6am, Sunday 10th December
  • Episode 4 - 6am, Sunday 17th December
  • Episode 5 - 6am, Sunday 17th December
  • Episode 6 - 6am, Sunday 17th December

When are the episodes of Vigil season 2 airing on BBC One?

DI Kirsten Longacre (Rose Leslie) and Daniel Ramsay (Amir El-Masry) in Vigil season 2 sat in airport lounge chairs
DI Kirsten Longacre (Rose Leslie) and Daniel Ramsay (Amir El-Masry) in Vigil season 2. BBC/World Productions LTD

The first three episodes of Vigil aired on BBC One over three nights at 9pm from 10th December, with episode 1 airing on Sunday, episode 2 on Monday 11th December and episode 3 on Tuesday 12th December.

There was then be a break until episode 4 aired at 9pm on Sunday 17th December.

Episode 5 follows on Monday 18th December, with episode 6 set to air on Tuesday 19th December.

The full BBC One release schedule for Vigil season 2 is as follows:

  • Episode 1 - 9pm, Sunday 10th December
  • Episode 2 - 9pm, Monday 11th December
  • Episode 3 - 9pm, Tuesday 12th December
  • Episode 4 - 9pm, Sunday 17th December
  • Episode 5 - 9pm, Monday 18th December
  • Episode 6 - 9pm, Tuesday 19th December

What is Vigil season 2 about?

The official synopsis for Vigil season 2 says: "In a brand new investigation, DCI Amy Silva (Suranne Jones) and DI Kirsten Longacre (Rose Leslie) enter the world of drone warfare to catch a killer.

"Following multiple unexplained fatalities at a Scottish military facility, Silva and Longacre are tasked with uncovering the cause.

"Entering the hostile and closed ranks of the air force, the pair must face the deadly warfare of tomorrow as they fight for their own future."

Vigil season 2 is available to watch now on BBC iPlayer. Vigil season 1 is available to watch on BBC iPlayer now. If you're looking for more to watch, check out our TV Guide and Streaming Guide. Visit our Drama hub for all the latest news.

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