"The Imposter" is Channel 5’s latest four-part event drama, created by Jason Herbison and fronted by Jackie Woodburne, Kym Marsh, and "I Kissed a Girl" host Dannii Minogue. Set in coastal Victoria, it follows a family at war over a lucrative hotel, then an unexpected arrival claiming to be a long‑lost daughter, and the fallout that turns deadly.
Below, we explain how to watch The Imposter from anywhere with a VPN, and how to stream it for FREE in the U.K.
"The Imposter" premiered on Monday, December 15, on Channel 5 at 9 p.m. GMT and continues nightly through Thursday, December 18. All episodes stream free on My5 with ads.
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Created by Neighbours and Riptide producer Jason Herbison, the miniseries was filmed in Victoria, Australia, with Half Moon Bay at Black Rock standing in for the hotel’s setting. Expect Succession‑style family scheming, plenty of secrets, and a murder that sends the wake into overdrive.
To clear up any confusion, this is not the 2012 BAFTA-winning documentary that goes by the same name – this is "The Imposter" TV show (2025). A different format, but no less gripping.
But can you watch the TV show for free in the U.S. or Canada? Keep reading for all the details on where to watch "The Imposter" online from anywhere today.
How to watch ‘The Imposter’ for FREE in the U.K.
"The Imposter" airs on free‑to‑air Channel 5 at 9 p.m. across four consecutive nights, and every episode is available to stream free on demand via My5 shortly after broadcast. Episodes are currently listed to remain on My5 until October 30, 2029.
Travelling outside the U.K.? You can still watch on your usual My5 account by using a VPN to appear back in the U.K.
How to watch ‘The Imposter’ from abroad
Away from home and blocked from watching "The Imposter" on your usual Channel 5/My5 account?
A VPN (virtual private network) lets your devices appear to be in your home country, which is ideal for holidays or business trips. Our go‑to is NordVPN thanks to its speed, streaming reliability, and strong security.
Using a VPN is straightforward; follow these steps.
1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, NordVPN is our favourite.
2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance, if you're in the U.S. and want to view a U.K. service, you'd select a U.K. location from the server list.
3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head to Channel 5 and watch "The Imposter" online, just like you would at home.
Where to watch ‘The Imposter’ around the world
How to watch ‘The Imposter’ in the U.S. and Canada
As of December 2025, there is no confirmed U.S. or Canadian release date or broadcaster for the 2025 miniseries "The Imposter." Given its Channel 5 and Fremantle Australia pedigree, it is likely to appear later on a service that specialises in British and Australian dramas, such as Acorn TV, BritBox, Hulu, or PBS Masterpiece.
If you already have a U.K. My5 account and are travelling, use a VPN to continue watching securely. We recommend NordVPN.
How to watch ‘The Imposter’ in Australia
Australia gets The Imposter on Network 10, airing over two nights, with all episodes available to stream free on 10 Play after broadcast.
• Streaming: 10 Play, free with registration after broadcast
• Also accessible via the Freeview Australia app on supported smart TVs
Traveling abroad? Use a VPN to access your usual 10 Play stream while away. Our favourite VPN for streaming is NordVPN.
‘The Imposter’ – Cast
Helen — Jackie Woodburne
Amanda — Kym Marsh
Simon — Don Hany
Kate — Jane Harber
Ian — Jackson Gallagher
Todd — Charlie Clausen
Lee — Kabir Singh
Dannii Minogue — returning to acting in a key role
‘The Imposter’ – Episode Guide
Season 01 Episode 01 (15 Dec): The family battles over the hotel sale, then Amanda arrives and upends the power dynamics.
S01 E02 (16 Dec): Amanda bonds with Helen while the siblings explore legal ways to block her claim to the hotel.
S01 E03 (17 Dec): Amanda exposes a plot by Todd to obtain medical power of attorney over Helen.
S01 E04 (18 Dec, finale): After a tragic death, the family gathers for a wake as long‑hidden secrets erupt.
‘The Imposter’ – Trailer
What to know about ‘The Imposter’
Where was ‘The Imposter’ filmed?
Production took place in Victoria, Australia, including St Kilda and Black Rock's Half Moon Bay for the hotel and opening sequence, with interior sets built at the former Neighbours studios in Nunawading.
Who made it?
The show is a co‑commission between Channel 5 in the U.K. and Network 10 in Australia, created and produced by Jason Herbison, known for Neighbours, Heat, and Riptide.
Is it based on a true story?
No. The 2025 drama is a fictional psychological thriller. Do not confuse it with the 2012 documentary of the same name or the 2017 series Imposters.
How many episodes are there?
Four, airing on consecutive nights in the U.K. at 9 p.m. on Channel 5.
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