Is Nazis, U-boats and the Battle for the Atlantic coming back?

Nazis, U-boats and the Battle for the Atlantic ended on March 19, 2025, on BBC iPlayer. This series explored the longest campaign of World War II, which lasted from 1939 to 1945 and resulted in over 100,000 lives lost at sea. It focused on the critical naval conflict between Allied forces and the German Kriegsmarine, particularly highlighting the importance of the port of Lisahally in Northern Ireland and the city of Londonderry. The program took viewers beneath the waves to examine the wrecks of Nazi vessels that now rest at the bottom of the Atlantic, offering a glimpse into some of the deadliest moments of the battle and uncovering stories of unsung heroes and the human toll of war.

The series was a historical documentary that revisited key moments of the Battle of the Atlantic, providing insight into this pivotal conflict of World War II. It followed a team of experts who dove into history, exploring shipwrecks and uncovering hidden stories from the war, all while reflecting on the human cost of the fight against the U-boat threat. The show combined underwater exploration with historical analysis to shed light on a significant but often overlooked chapter of wartime history.

The cast was led by Michelle Fairley as the narrator. The series consisted of one season with two episodes, each approximately 59 minutes long.