Strike Back (2010–2020) is a British-American action thriller TV series based on the novel of the same name by Chris Ryan, a former SAS soldier. Produced by Sky One and Cinemax, the series follows the covert operations of Section 20, a top-secret British special forces unit tasked with counterterrorism and high-risk missions across the globe

Plot Overview: The show is known for its intense action, military tactics, and globe-trotting espionage. It follows elite operatives as they take on terrorist threats, rogue military factions, and criminal organizations, often working in high-stakes environments with little backup and facing overwhelming odds.
Season Breakdown:
Strike Back: Origins (2010) – Season 1
The first season, starring Richard Armitage as John Porter, focuses on his redemption as a disgraced former SAS soldier who is reinstated to rescue a journalist kidnapped by terrorists in the Middle East
Project Dawn (2011) – Season 2
The series was rebooted with Philip Winchester as Michael Stonebridge, a disciplined British sergeant, and Sullivan Stapleton as Damien Scott, a reckless ex-Delta Force operative. Together, they pursue an elusive terrorist network across multiple countries
Vengeance (2012) – Season 3
Section 20 hunts a South African arms dealer supplying WMDs to terrorists, leading to explosive action in Africa, Russia, and the Middle East.

Shadow Warfare (2013) – Season 4
The team battles a dangerous cartel and corrupt officials linked to an international arms smuggling ring, escalating tensions in Lebanon, Colombia, and the UK
Legacy (2015) – Season 5
Stonebridge and Scott track a cyberterrorist organization planning a global attack, concluding their story in a high-octane finale
Retribution (2017) – Season 6 (Soft Reboot)
A new Section 20 team is introduced, featuring Warren Brown, Daniel MacPherson, and Roxanne McKee, fighting against a dangerous terrorist group
Revolution (2019) – Season 7
The team faces off against powerful criminal syndicates and rogue military units in the Philippines and Eastern Europe.
Vendetta (2020) – Season 8 (Final Season)
The final season brings closure to Section 20’s mission, tackling a global conspiracy while dealing with personal sacrifices.
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