Sheridan Smith consistently delivers compelling performances in dramatic roles, particularly when set in northern England, and her upcoming BBC crime show promises to be another must-watch hit. She’s known for making stories feel real and keeping audiences on the edge of their seats.
The Cage is a new series created by Tony Schumacher, the mind behind The Responder. Set in Liverpool, it tells the story of two coworkers who both secretly plan to rob the casino where they work.
Martin Freeman’s recent series, The Responder, has been very popular with BBC viewers. Both seasons of the Liverpool-based police drama have received perfect ratings on Rotten Tomatoes, meaning it’s a reliably high-quality show.
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Schumacher expressed his excitement about returning to the BBC with a new show, and praised the opportunity to collaborate with talented actors like Sheridan and Michael Socha, as well as the teams at Element Pictures and the BBC.
Plus, having a director as talented as Al is the perfect finishing touch to this exciting Liverpool-based project we’re all working on. I’m hoping audiences will find it humorous, a bit edgy, but ultimately heartwarming, lively, and thoroughly enjoyable, and I’m really excited for everyone to see it.
Readers have called The Cage a fast-paced and thrilling crime story unfolding in a Liverpool casino, driven by two memorable characters.
What’s The Cage about?
Leanne and Matty, played by Michael Socha (known from Showtrial and Being Human), discover they’re both secretly planning to rob the Liverpool casino where they work. This revelation throws them into a dangerous situation, pitting them against the police, the criminals they’re involved with, and ultimately, each other.
The show’s creators describe it as a crime drama centered around family, with a touching love story woven throughout. They also commend the writer, Schumacher, for creating deeply emotional and relatable characters.
They described the story as both humorous and deeply moving, full of excitement and heartbreak. They’re confident Al Mackay will use his passion for authentic characters to bring Tony’s story to life with enthusiasm and vibrancy.
When will The Cage be released?
Currently, there’s no confirmed release date for The Cage, but it will be available to watch on BBC One and BBC iPlayer when it does air.
The series was filmed in and around Liverpool and Merseyside, including the Wirral, in early 2025, meaning it should be available to watch shortly.
Who else is in The Cage?
The cast includes Sheridan Smith as Leanne, Michael Socha as Matty, and Sue Jenkins as Shelagh. Also starring are Geraldine James, Barry Sloane, Freya Jones, Sophie Mensah, Ian Puleston-Davies, Abby Mavers, Shaun Mason, Louis Emerick, Julia Papp, Katy Carmichael, Dave Hart, Eileen O’Brien, Eithne Browne, and Mona Goodwin.
What other British crime dramas can I watch right now?
Okay, so if you’re looking for something new to watch, I gotta recommend The Responder. It stars Martin Freeman and he’s brilliant as this former detective who’s kinda been demoted and is now working the night shift as a regular police officer in Liverpool. You can find season two on BBC iPlayer right now.
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The Cage is yet to confirm a release date, though it will air on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
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