The Vice
We checked 8 streaming services in India on 04 Jun 2026 at 12:34 IST
About
The Vice is an ITV police drama about the Metropolitan Police Vice Unit. Spanning five short series from 1999 and 2003, it follows the London Metropolitan police force's vice squad, where prostitution, underage sex, and such organised crime are regular occurrences. Most episodes end where the main villain is caught but often not in a 'naturally' concluded way expected from other TV dramas, and often ending with more unanswered questions than answered. Leader DI Pat Chappel struggles to manage the balance between his private and professional lives — as do the rest of the team. Working in the seedy underworld leads to a continual dilemma — the tension between the Vice Squad and vice-related crimes runs throughout the series and gives the show a rich viewing experience. The line of the team staying on the right side of the law is often blurred, as almost every member at different points submits briefly or permanently to the dubious temptations, sometimes with drastic consequences.
Cast
Episodes
Series 1
Daughters (1)
DI Pat Chappel finds himself involved in a turf war between two rival pimps when he investigates the murder of a prostitute. Whilst gathering evidence against his prime suspect, he takes the high-class Nikki under his wing and learns that her pimp is physically abusive towards her.
Daughters (2)
Chappel resolves to help Nikki after she refuses to give a statement to the police, and gets personally involved trying to protect her from Hinkley, ostensibly, a respectable family man. Less than pleased at the attention he's receiving, Hinkley needs Chappel's help when his own daughter is kidnapped by a rival pimp.
Sons (1)
WPC Cheryl Hutchins takes on more than she can handle while undercover, when she discovers that a nightclub boss has a side hustle in S&M films. This also brings back painful memories to Chappel.
Sons (2)
Hutchins is making slow progress in her bid to find the young boy involved in a porn film, but believes his parents are hiding important information about his past. Meanwhile, Chappel's professional relationship with Dr Weir becomes personal.
Dabbling (1)
Tasked with investigating an escort agency who are providing a sideline in drugs trafficking and prostitution to their more than satisfied customers, Chappel sends PC Dougie Raymond undercover as a punter to gather evidence. Dougie successfully manages to secure the intel, but soon finds himself hooked on prostitutes.
Dabbling (2)
When Raymond falls hopelessly in love, he attempts to woo the one particular girl into a real relationship, instead of a business arrangement. However, when she subsequently leaves the country to traffic drugs, Raymond goes on the rampage and jeopardises the entire case... and his career in Vice.
Where does The Vice rank today?
The Vice is #1717 on the Bowood.TV Daily Streaming Charts today.
- Highest: #1717
- Top 10: 0 days
- Top 100: 0 days
Watch The Vice Online Free — All Episodes in HD
Looking for a place to watch The Vice online for free? You've landed on the right page. The Vice is a talked-about English crime and drama series from 1999 that you can stream right now on Bowood.TV in high quality, no signup required.
About The Vice
The Vice is an ITV police drama about the Metropolitan Police Vice Unit. Spanning five short series from 1999 and 2003, it follows the London Metropolitan police force's vice squad, where prostitution, underage sex, and such organised crime are regular occurrences. Most episodes end where the main villain is caught but often not in a 'naturally' concluded way expected from other TV dramas, and often ending with more unanswered questions than answered. Leader DI Pat Chappel struggles to manage the balance between his private and professional lives — as do the rest of the team. Working in the seedy underworld leads to a continual dilemma — the tension between the Vice Squad and vice-related crimes runs throughout the series and gives the show a rich viewing experience. The line of the team staying on the right side of the law is often blurred, as almost every member at different points submits briefly or permanently to the dubious temptations, sometimes with drastic consequences. Across 5 seasons and 28 episodes, originally airing on ITV1.
The Vice Cast and Characters
The cast features Caroline Catz (as PC Cheryl Hutchins), David Harewood (as DS Joe Robinson), Rosie Marcel (as PC Kirsty Morgan), Tim Pigott-Smith (as CI Frank Vickers), and Mel Raido (as PC Adam Parkes). Their performances are a major reason The Vice has built such a passionate audience.
Where to Watch The Vice Online
Bowood.TV lets you stream The Vice online free, instantly, in HD. There's nothing to install — open the page, hit play, done. Works perfectly on Jio, Airtel, Vi networks across India and on slow mobile data thanks to our adaptive video pipeline.
▶ Watch The Vice NowWhy People Are Watching The Vice
The Vice flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts and tight pacing that earns its twists. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about The Vice
Where can I watch The Vice online for free?
You can watch The Vice online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How many episodes does The Vice have?
The Vice has 28 episodes across 5 seasons. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is The Vice good? What's the rating?
The Vice holds a 5.6/10 rating based on 8 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.
Who is in the cast of The Vice?
The main cast includes Caroline Catz, David Harewood, Rosie Marcel, and Tim Pigott-Smith, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is The Vice available in English?
Yes — The Vice was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was The Vice released?
The Vice first aired in 1999.
Do I need an account to watch The Vice on Bowood.TV?
No. Bowood.TV is free and you can watch The Vice without creating an account. Sign-up is optional — only useful if you want a personal Watchlist or to comment on episodes.
Similar Series You Might Like
If you enjoyed The Vice, check out Softly, Softly, Original Sin, EastEnders, Miami Vice, and Keen Eddie.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Vice for free?
You can watch The Vice online for free on Bowood.TV. All 28 episodes across 5 seasons are available to stream in HD without a subscription, signup, or paywall. Just open the show page and press play.
How many seasons and episodes does The Vice have?
The Vice currently has 5 seasons and a total of 28 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.
What is The Vice about?
The Vice is an ITV police drama about the Metropolitan Police Vice Unit. Spanning five short series from 1999 and 2003, it follows the London Metropolitan police force's vice squad, where prostitution, underage sex, and such organised crime are regular occurrences. Most episodes end where the main villain is caught… It belongs to the Crime, Drama genres.
In which language is The Vice originally available?
The Vice was originally produced in English. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original English audio, which is the most authentic way to experience the dialogue, music, and performances. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was The Vice first released?
The Vice first premiered on January 4, 1999 (1999). The series has since concluded its run.
All Seasons
Browse every season of The Vice — 5 seasons in total
💬 Comments
Join the conversation
Share your thoughts, rate episodes, and connect with other fans
Hey everyone! 👋 Welcome to the discussion.
Feel free to share your thoughts about this series — what did you love, what surprised you, which episodes are your favorites? 🎬
Got ideas for what we should add to Bowood.TV? Want to suggest a series? Drop it here! We read every comment ✨
Similar Shows
Shows like this one
Recommended for You
Based on this series
