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Buying Time (2024)

It is the year 2028 and antibiotics are no longer effective. A corporation called Lifeline has invented a health chip which everyone can get for free via the NHS. You can buy an upgrade which is effective against more infections and diseases. In 2028 computing and processing power is restricted however for someone to have an upgrade some one has to die for the power to be transferred. People are dieing randomly. Lifeline are launching their 2nd upgrade which is expected to earn them billions along with their ministerial backer. Daniel Avery has lost his wife and daughter in such circumstances and recent nightmares and flashbacks have instigated him to investigate. He slowly uncovers the truth with the help of a rebel group of the pull for power and greed that goes right to the top.

  • Action
  • Crime
  • Drama
  • Mystery
  • Thriller
  • Science Fiction

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Andy BlitheAndy BlitheDaniel Avery
  • Photo of Ryan EneverRyan EneverShaun
  • Photo of Mark WellsMark WellsVictor Harrington
  • Photo of Jules MaxineJules MaxineJane White
  • Photo of Estelle LongEstelle LongTess
  • Photo of Adi ThompsonAdi ThompsonThe Stranger
  • Photo of James CrawleyJames CrawleyConnor
  • Photo of Paula BoylePaula BoyleAila
  • Photo of Lucas AaronLucas AaronMedia Journalist
  • Photo of Duane TuckerDuane TuckerDoc

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