London. Present Day.  

Earth is visited by aliens, bringing peace and prosperity. But their intentions are not benevolent, and soon the world is under occupation. While some choose to collaborate with the Visitors, others decide to fight back. 

In 1983, the world was stunned by a TV miniseries of such scope it cast a shadow over science fiction for decades to come. From the mind of Kenneth Johnson (creator of The Bionic Woman and The Incredible Hulk for television), V told the story of a band of freedom fighters struggling against a totalitarian alien force whose plan is to enslave humanity while harvesting Earth’s resources.  

Now V is reimagined for audio, with two box-sets due for release in 2025. Starring Annabel Baldwin, Janie Dee and Jack Myers, and boasting cinematic sound design and a specially composed music score, V – UK has been adapted from the original scripts by Jonathan Morris.  

Volume one, V – UK: Visitation is now available to pre-order for just £24.99 (collector’s edition CD box set + download) or £19.99 (digital download only), exclusively here.  

The three exciting hour-long episodes are as follows:  

Episode One   

Alien motherships appear above cities across the globe. The world reacts with panic and fear – until the commander of the Visitors appears and reveals that they come in need of help. Their offer seems too good to be true…  

Episode Two   

One month later, and the Visitors have become part of everyday life. But people are beginning to disappear, and scientists are being persecuted. Documentary-maker Mike Donovan sneaks on board one of the motherships and discovers the horrifying truth.   

Episode Three   

It is now Christmas. The Visitors have taken charge, imposing martial law over the UK. Scientists are forced to go into hiding – and Doctor Juliet Parrish finds herself becoming the reluctant leader of the rebellion.   

Writer and producer Jonathan Morris said: “Although V – UK has all the trappings of science fiction – motherships, aliens, laser guns – that’s not what it’s about. It is, pretty blatantly, an allegory for living life under occupation or under a fascist government. 

“That tyranny will gain power by offering simple solutions and by making scapegoats. And in that situation, you have to ask – what would I do? Would I join the resistance or would I keep my head down for the sake of a quiet life? 
 
“My goal, basically, was to make it feel close to home, uncomfortably so, because that’s the power of the premise. It’s not about aliens invading a distant world. It’s about them marching down the street where you live.  This is a story set in a world post-Brexit, post COVID-19, and some of the themes from the original miniseries – such as the vilification of scientists – are even more timely now.” 

Big Finish listeners can save money by purchasing V – UK: Visitation along with volume two, Occupation, together in a multi-buy bundle for just £47 (CD and download) or £38 (download only). 

All the above prices include the special pre-order discount and are subject to change after general release. 

Please note that Big Finish is currently operating a digital-first release schedule. The mail-out of collector’s edition CDs may be delayed due to factors beyond our control, but all purchases of this release unlock a digital copy that can be immediately downloaded or played on the Big Finish app from the release date.