Stephen Graham names the most important role of his career: “Without sounding too wanky”
“A wonderful gift…”

This Is England is a critically acclaimed British television drama created by Shane Meadows and serving as a continuation of his 2006 film of the same name. Starring Thomas Turgoose, Vicky McClure, Joseph Gilgun and Stephen Graham, the series follows a close-knit group of friends navigating life in 1980s Britain.
Across This Is England ’86, This Is England ’88 and This Is England ’90, the show explores themes of family, friendship, identity, class and growing up against the backdrop of a changing social and political landscape. Praised for its authentic performances, emotional storytelling and sharp writing, This Is England is widely regarded as one of the finest British television dramas of the 21st century and helped establish several members of its cast as major stars.
A snapshot of working class England in the 80s
Revisiting one of the biggest sonic contributors to British film.
“Shane wanted someone who was exactly like him as a kid.”
The This Is England director returns!