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ON THE EDGE

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A unique Drama anthology comprising of 4 series and 12 standalone films, exploring life in Britain today.

>>On The Edge introduces the work of the UK’s best new and diverse writing and directing talent, discovered and nurtured by BlackLight Television with the support of Channel 4.


Starring Aimee Lou Wood, Wunmi Mosaku, Chanel Creswell, Alexandra Roach, Michael Socha, Rudi Dharmalingam, Jack Rowan, Martin McCann, Iwan Rheon, Tanya Reynolds, Anthony Welsh and Amanda Redman.

First aired in 2018. 

[LATEST REVIEWS]

This anthology series is the closest thing we have to the old Play for Today. Designed to showcase new writers, this series is a breath of fresh air among brash entertainment and property shows.

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>>THE TELEGRAPH

A bravura performance kicks off the first in a three-part drama anthology about criminal justice.

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>>THE GUARDIAN

A triple bill of touching dramas, all with a welcome splash of optimism.

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>>THE MAIL

[AWARDS]

BAFTA

5 NOMINATIONS

BROADCAST

3 NOMINATIONS

BEST SINGLE DRAMA

1 WIN

BAFTA CYMRU

7 NOMINATIONS

BEST BREAKTHROUGH

1 WIN

EDINBURGH NEW VOICE

10 NOMINATIONS

BEST BREAKTHROUGH

3 WINS

“I can’t tell you how instrumental this 
scheme was for career progression but also honing my craft as a director. Ben and Phil’s support was second to none. They create an environment which gives filmmakers the autonomy to develop their skillset.”
—Theo Krekis

Director

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