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This Is England '90

2015Show1 season4 episodes

Drama
87
ExcellentGoodWatch score
IMDb8.4Rotten Tomatoes–100%

A profoundly sad, moving drama series about history and everyday modern life, with standout direction and performances.

Good for friends night · binge-friendly · thought-provoking

Skip it if you want fast pacing

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Not for scares, warmth or comfort.

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Episodes

1 season · 4 episodes · best: S1E3 "Autumn" 8.9

Episodes

8.3

Story

Shaun, Harvey, Gadget, Trev and Kelly hit up the nightlife of raves and ecstasy. Woody and Lol are happy, living together with their kids and Combo is still in prison. But things slowly change. This is the year 1990 and This is England.

Feels like

  • Gritty Social Realism
  • 1990s Period Piece
  • Youth Culture Exploration
  • Drug Use & Consequences
  • Complex Character Study
  • Evolving Friendships
  • Working Class Life
  • Authentic Dialogue
  • Emotional & Melancholy

Cast

24 of 28 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Shane Meadows
Written by
Jack Thorne
Produced by
Mark Herbert, Rebekah Wray-Rogers
Music by
James Griffith, Pablo Clements

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

September 13, 2015 · October 4, 2015 · Ended

First aired
September 13, 2015
Last aired
October 4, 2015
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 4 episodes
Content
Strong Language, Drug Use, Sexual Content, Violence
Genres
Drama
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom
Available in
4 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream This Is England '90?"

Questions about This Is England '90

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Where can I stream This Is England '90?

It streams in 3 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is This Is England '90 worth watching?

87
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 87 (IMDb 8.4).

How long does it take to watch This Is England '90?

5 h

About 5 hours: 4 episodes in 1 season of about 76 minutes each, aired from 2015 to 2015.

Is This Is England '90 plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and pathos (8 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is This Is England '90 good for date night?

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It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 6 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.