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Series · 2011 · Drama

This Is England '88

★7.5 2011 1 Season Shane Meadows TV-MA

Set during Christmas 1988, Lol is haunted by the devastating events that took place two and a half years before. She and Woody both find themselves struggling to cope with their lives without each other after he leaves the gang. Lol is carrying the burden of her guilt, whilst Woody is trying to build a domestic life with a new girlfriend and a potential promotion at work. Shaun has started drama college and, although still in a relationship with Smell, he has grown close to a girl performing in his Christmas play.

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Seasons & episodes

1 season · 3 episodes

Episode 1

Episode 01

Episode 1

Dec 13, 2011 · 50 min

It's December 23 but life isn't looking festive for some. Lol's struggling to cope with new responsibilities and past haunts. Woody has a new girlfriend. She's lovely, but the polar opposite of Lol.

Episode 2

Episode 02

Episode 2

Dec 14, 2011 · 50 min

It's Christmas Eve and Woody's been offered a promotion at work. Lol pays a visit to Combo in prison. Shaun takes centre stage for his acting debut and, in true style, the gang all attend.

Episode 3

Episode 03

Episode 3

Dec 15, 2011 · 50 min

On Christmas Day the gang are getting merry until they bump into Woody and Jennifer. Shaun's messed up big style and it's hit him hard. Lol struggles to find some peace.

About the series

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Audience score
★ 7.5 /10

based on 122 votes

Synopsis

Set during Christmas 1988, Lol is haunted by the devastating events that took place two and a half years before. She and Woody both find themselves struggling to cope with their lives without each other after he leaves the gang. Lol is carrying the burden of her guilt, whilst Woody is trying to build a domestic life with a new girlfriend and a potential promotion at work. Shaun has started drama college and, although still in a relationship with Smell, he has grown close to a girl performing in his Christmas play.

Drama

Cast

8 principal cast

Thomas Turgoose

Thomas Turgoose

Shaun Fields
Vicky McClure

Vicky McClure

Lol
Joseph Gilgun

Joseph Gilgun

Richard 'Woody' Woodford
Andrew Shim

Andrew Shim

Michael 'Milky'
Rosamund Hanson

Rosamund Hanson

Smell
Danielle Watson

Danielle Watson

Trev
Michael Socha

Michael Socha

Harvey
Chanel Cresswell

Chanel Cresswell

Kelly

Where to watch This Is England '88

This Is England '88 is available to stream on Flicksy via 6 verified sources, aggregated from publicly available embed providers. The drama from Shane Meadows has 1 season and 3 total episodes, rated 7.5/10 by 122 viewers.

Frequently asked

How many seasons does This Is England '88 have?

This Is England '88 has 1 season with 3 episodes in total.

Is This Is England '88 still on the air?

This Is England '88 has ended and is no longer in production.

What network airs This Is England '88?

This Is England '88 airs on Channel 4.

When did This Is England '88 first air?

This Is England '88 first aired on December 13, 2011.

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