Daniel Mays Faces Wilderness Survival

Daniel Mays is set to captivate audiences once more in the upcoming one-off drama 'Wild,' airing on Channel 5 this Friday, September 25th, at 9 pm. This new production revisits the esteemed 'Play For Today' anthology series, bringing its legacy of original television plays to a new generation.

'Wild' plunges viewers into the dramatic Scottish Highlands, following three friends—Lou, Dev, and Al—as their annual camping tradition takes a perilous turn. What begins as a nostalgic trip filled with banter and vlogging soon descends into a tense struggle for survival. Secrets surface, friendships fracture, and egos clash as they confront dwindling food supplies and the harsh realities of the wilderness.

Mays, portraying Lou, described his character as someone clinging to his university days, embodying a 'David Brent-esque, Alan Partridge quality.' He sought this role after finding his previous performance as John Worboys in 'Believe Me' to be unsettling, desiring a more light-hearted character. The drama promises a poignant yet unsettling exploration of the fine line between adventure and recklessness.

Alongside Mays, Joel Fry plays Al, a man whose balance is disrupted by the attempt to recapture his youth with old friends. Amit Shah takes on the role of Dev, who is torn between his commitment to his girlfriend and his lingering connection to his university-era friends. Their journey is set to be a compelling examination of modern male friendships and mental health challenges.