The official trailer for Netflix’s upcoming limited series The Bombing of Pan Am 103 has arrived. The six-part show tells the true story of the 1988 terrorist attack that killed 270 people over the small Scottish town of Lockerbie.
The trailer shows the terrible aftermath of the explosion and the huge investigation that followed. It gives viewers a look at how Scottish police and US law enforcement worked together to find those responsible for the deadliest act of terrorism on British soil.
The Real Lockerbie Disaster Explained
On December 21, 1988, Pan Am Flight 103 was flying from London to New York when a bomb exploded in the cargo hold. The Boeing 747 was at 31,000 feet when it broke apart over Lockerbie, Scotland.
All 243 passengers and 16 crew members died in the explosion. Eleven people on the ground in Lockerbie also lost their lives when parts of the plane crashed into houses. The disaster killed people from 21 different countries, with 190 Americans among the dead.
The investigation became the largest murder inquiry in Scottish policing history. The search for evidence covered 845 square miles across the Scottish countryside. Investigators found that the bomb was hidden inside a radio-cassette player that had been loaded onto the plane in Frankfurt, Germany.
What the Trailer Shows About the Series
The trailer for The Bombing of Pan Am 103 focuses on the investigation and the search for justice. In the trailer, a character says, “Twenty-one countries have lost citizens in this attack, so inevitably it will require an international effort.”
Another line from the trailer states, “Until we catch who’s responsible, who’s to say it won’t happen again?” This shows the pressure investigators faced to find the attackers quickly.
The series follows the collaboration between the local police in Scotland and the FBI as they work to solve the case. Based on testimony from people who were there, the show tells the true story of how law enforcement from both countries joined forces.
Cast and Production Details
Connor Swindells, known for his roles in Sex Education and SAS Rogue Heroes, leads the cast. He plays a character involved in the investigation.
The cast also includes Patrick J. Adams (Suits), Merritt Wever (Unbelievable), Peter Mullan (Ozark), Tony Curran (Mary & George), and Eddie Marsan (Ray Donovan). Kevin McKidd (Grey’s Anatomy) and Douglas Hodge (The Great) are also part of the ensemble.
Jonathan Lee serves as the lead writer for the series. Michael Keillor directed all six episodes. The production comes from World Productions, known for Line of Duty, in association with MGM Television and Night Train Media.
The soundtrack for the series was composed by the award-winning Scottish band Mogwai.
Release Date and Where to Watch
The Bombing of Pan Am 103 will premiere globally on July 30, 2026 on Netflix. The series consists of six episodes.
The show was co-produced with the BBC and previously aired on BBC One and BBC iPlayer in the UK starting May 18, 2025. The global release on Netflix will make the series available to audiences worldwide.
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Justice for the Victims
The Lockerbie bombing led to a lengthy legal process. Abdelbaset al-Megrahi was convicted of murder in 2001 and sentenced to life in prison. He was the only person ever convicted for the attack.
Another suspect, Abu Agila Masud, is alleged to have helped make the bomb. He is scheduled to stand trial in the United States. The case remains one of the most significant acts of terrorism against American citizens before September 11, 2001.
The series explores how the Lockerbie community rebuilt after the disaster. It also shows how families of the victims from around the world came together in their search for justice.
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