Atomic release date in India, streaming details, what to expect, and more about Alfie Allen's action drama

Alfie Allen, the same actor who portrayed the much-loved character Theon Greyjoy on Game of Thrones (GOT), is heading back to the digital world with Atomic. This time he's not battling with dragons or involved in family drama, Alfie will be seen doing some breathtaking high-octane actions sequences. For the unversed, Atomic is not just only a fictionalised adventure; the story gets its inspiration from William Langewiesche's book, Atomic Bazaar.

When and where to watch Atomic in India?

The British action-adventure drama series is coming soon to India on JioHotstar (accessible via OTTplay Premium) form August 29, 2025 onwards. Atomic consist of 5 episodes, and got acquired by Peacock.

What to expect from the Atomic series?

Buckle up for an explosive adventure in Atomic that's all about high-stakes chaos. The show introduces Max and JJ, two totally opposites persons who find themselves in a heap of trouble. They are accidentally caught in a wild chase across North Africa and the Middle East, all thanks to some serious goons smuggling dangerous uranium. It's a non-stop, action-packed ride, and these two unlikely partners have to figure things out on the fly.

Max and JJ's  journey is tangled with full of spies and criminality. Not only are they on the run from a massive global cartel, but they also have to dodge the CIA and MI6. As the duo fight for survival, Max and JJ learn about companionship, even though they want to at all. Atomic has a thrilling tale of unlikely friendship, second chances, and what it feels when you are caught in the middle of a global mess.

Atomic cast members

While Alfie Allen plays Max, Shazad Latif plays JJ, and Samira Wiley plays Cassie Elliot. Other cast includes pivotal roles such as Brian Gleeson as Mark Ellis, Franklin Vírgüez as Antonio Alam, Avital Lvova as Oksana Shirokova, Stuart Martin as Robert 'Rab' Mackintosh, Vahid Gold as Khaled Awad, and Charlie Murphy as Laetitia.

What does the trailer of Atomic show?

The 1-minute-25-second video introduces Max as a rebellious drug smuggler who meets thr mysterious JJ on the run. Unfortunately, they get pulled into a dangerous mission to smuggle weapon-grade uranium across the heats of Middle East. The trailer also introduces CIA agent Cassie Elliot who assumes them working for the extremists and begins to hunt Max and JJ down. The rest of the story of Atomic is a dangerous chase across the world where it's hard to know who to trust, and things are not always what they seem to be.

FAQs:

Q. Where can I watch the Atomic series?

A. Atomic series is coming soon on August 29, 2025 on JioHotstar (OTTplay Premium) in India.

Q. What is the Atomic series about?

A. Two civilians get caught up in a cartel's uranium smuggling across North Africa. Facing a nuclear threat, they must decide whether to save themselves or stop the bomb delivery while evading.

Q. Who are the lead cast of Atomic?

A. Alfie Allen plays Max, Shazad Latif plays JJ, and Samira Wiley plays Cassie Elliot.