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Generation-Defining Drama 'This Life' Celebrates 30 Years
7 Mar
Summary
- Landmark drama This Life first aired in 1996, capturing the spirit of a generation.
- The series followed young lawyers navigating life and career in south London.
- BBC Four and iPlayer are celebrating the 30th anniversary with repeats and specials.
Three decades after its initial broadcast in 1996, the seminal British drama This Life is being celebrated for its enduring impact on television and cultural memory. The series captured the spirit of the 1990s, following the lives of young professionals in south London.
Created by Amy Jenkins, This Life centered on a group of house-sharing lawyers, delving into their friendships, career aspirations, and the complexities of their twenties. Its cast, including Daniela Nardini and Andrew Lincoln, delivered fresh and unfiltered performances that cemented the show's status.
To mark the 30th anniversary, BBC Four is rebroadcasting the first series starting Wednesday, March 18, at 10 pm. Additionally, both series one and two, along with a special reunion episode from ten years later, are available for streaming on iPlayer from the same day.
