Is Platoon 24/7: Preparing for War coming back?
Platoon 24/7: Preparing for War (2026–present) on 5
The answer: Between seasons — last episode February 16, 2026, no return date announced yet.
1season
3episodes
About Platoon 24/7: Preparing for War
Platoon 24/7: Preparing for War is currently between seasons. The series last aired on February 16, 2026, and no return date has been announced.
This documentary series, which premiered on February 2, 2026, on channel 5, followed a newly assembled infantry platoon from The Rifles, the British Army's largest regiment. Filmed over six months, it documented their intensive training as they prepared for potential deployment amidst ongoing conflicts in Eastern Europe. The show highlighted the soldiers' development of combat skills and their efforts to forge strong bonds as a unit capable of facing a formidable enemy.
The episodes each had a runtime of approximately 90 minutes.
Platoon 24/7: Preparing for War episode schedule
3 aired
Aired · 3
| Date | Ep. | Title |
|---|---|---|
| February 16, 2026 | S1·E3 | Episode 3 |
| February 9, 2026 | S1·E2 | Episode 2 |
| February 2, 2026 | S1·E1 | Episode 1 |