The psychological toll of war takes center stage in this week’s “SAS Rogue Heroes.” Reg Seekings (Theo Barklem-Biggs), already teetering on the edge, finds his internal struggles amplified by an unexpected friendship with a young Italian boy.
While the bond between Seekings and the boy offers a flicker of humanity amidst the brutality of war, it also sets the stage for a tragic event that further unravels Seekings’ fragile mental state. It’s a punch in the face showing that war leaves scars far deeper than those visible on the surface.
Amidst Seekings’ personal turmoil, the episode continues to follow the exploits of Paddy Mayne (Jack O’Connell), David Stirling (Connor Swindells), and the rest of the SAS. Their daring missions and strategic maneuvering provide the usual dose of action and suspense, but Seekings’ storyline adds a weighty emotional anchor to the proceedings.
“SAS Rogue Heroes” airs Sunday, January 12, 2025, at 9:00 PM on BBC One.
