In Season 1, Episode 5, titled " The Weight of One Man's Heart ," the focus shifts from the standard procedural format to a deeply personal exploration of Sergeant Bennet Drake's past and his tragic romantic aspirations. Episode Overview Title : The Weight of One Man's Heart Original Air Date : January 27, 2013 (UK)
: Redemption, betrayal, military loyalty, and unrequited love. Main Plot: The Military Heist
: The robberies are masterminded by Madoc Faulkner (played by Iain Glen), Drake’s former Colonel from his time serving in Sudan. Ripper Street 1x5
: Forced to choose between his duty to Reid and his loyalty to his old commander, Drake ultimately stays true to H Division.
: Faulkner is suffering from deteriorating mental health (likely PTSD) and a sense of abandonment by the empire. He attempts to recruit Drake for a final, massive heist—robbing the Mint —using their shared military bond as leverage. Subplot: Drake’s Romance with Rose In Season 1, Episode 5, titled " The
The episode culminates in a standoff between the police and Faulkner's group.
: Struggles to keep Drake on the right path while investigating the military-precision robberies. : Forced to choose between his duty to
: Manages the complicated dynamics of Rose’s "employment" and Drake’s interference.