Fans of Peaky Blinders are discovering another Birmingham-set BBC drama that has been hailed as 'phenomenal' and 'the best thing in years'. Created by Peaky Blinders mastermind Steven Knight, the 2024 series This Town is available to stream on BBC iPlayer and has garnered widespread acclaim from viewers.
What Is 'This Town' About?
Set in the 1980s, This Town follows a group of young people in Birmingham desperate to escape the social tensions, violence, and political unrest of the era. They dive into the emerging ska and two-tone music scene by forming their own band. The drama was primarily filmed across Birmingham, Coventry, and the Black Country, giving it an authentic regional feel.
Star-Studded Cast
The series features an impressive ensemble cast, including Jordan Bolger (Peaky Blinders, The Witness) as Gregory, a fiercely protective soldier. Michelle Dockery, known for her role in Downton Abbey, also stars, alongside Nicholas Pinnock (For Life, Hedda). Other notable cast members include Levi Brown, Eve Austin, and Seainin Brennan.
Fan Reactions
Viewers have taken to IMDb to share their enthusiastic responses. One user wrote: 'Wowee. This show is pure class…I loved it. It's one of the best dramas the BBC have had in a long time.' Another echoed: 'It's moody, perfectly captures the era and everything the BBC should be making.' A third fan described it as 'superb definitely a must watch', while another called it the 'best thing in years'. One viewer summed it up as 'phenomenal, weird and tragic', adding: 'I haven't watched anything this good in possibly forever.'
Where to Watch
This Town is available to stream now on BBC iPlayer. With its compelling story, strong performances, and nostalgic 1980s setting, it's a must-watch for fans of high-quality British drama.
