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This Is England
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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.
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More About This Is England
This Is England follows a group of friends growing up in England during the 1980s, exploring youth culture, family life and social change.
This Is England was created and directed by Shane Meadows.
While not directly based on a true story, the series draws heavily from Shane Meadows' own childhood experiences.