A "deeply moving" BBC drama inspired by the 1988 Lockerbie bombing has achieved a perfect Rotten Tomatoes score and is now available to stream free of charge. The Bombing of Pan Am 103 follows Scottish police and US law enforcement as they investigate the atrocity that killed 270 people over Scotland.
A devastating real-life tragedy
Set in 1988, the series charts the efforts of investigators pursuing answers and justice after the catastrophic bombing of a transatlantic aircraft. The programme boasts an ensemble cast including Sex Education's Connor Swindells alongside Eddie Marsan, Peter Mullan, Lauren Lyle, Phyllis Logan, Tony Curran, Patrick J. Adams and Kevin McKidd.
Lead writer Jonathan Lee told the BBC he spoke with numerous individuals who took part in the actual investigation.
Viewers praise the series
One IMDb reviewer described the series as "deeply moving," writing: "This was a deeply moving series that did an excellent job of explaining what happened in 1988 and the years that followed. I remember the news footage vividly as a ten-year-old, and the tragedy was deeply traumatic for so many of us."
The reviewer added: "Credit to everyone involved in producing this. It feels as though they genuinely succeeded in treating the victims, their families, and everyone affected with the dignity and respect they deserve. The story of the town of Lockerbie and its people is perhaps the most touching part of all."
Another viewer described the 2025 mini-series as "exceptionally well done," adding: "Highly recommend watching this limited series It's Informative and poignant. While it's dramatized, it's factual and a well-researched production."
Streaming now
The Bombing of Pan Am 103 is streaming now on BBC iPlayer.
