The critically acclaimed British dystopian series Years and Years, originally aired on BBC One in 2019, will be available for streaming on Netflix UK starting April 13. The six-episode series, created by Doctor Who showrunner Russell T Davies, offers a chilling portrayal of the Lyons family, navigating political, economic, and technological upheaval over the span of 15 years.
Set in Manchester, Years and Years explores the lives of the Lyons family as they endure a tumultuous future marked by a series of unsettling global events. The storyline is enriched by a star-studded cast, including Anne Reid, who plays Muriel Deacon, the family’s matriarch, alongside Rory Kinnear, Russell Tovey, T’Nia Miller, Jessica Hynes, and Ruth Madeley.
Emma Thompson also takes on a pivotal role as Vivienne Rook, a charismatic yet controversial businesswoman who ventures into politics, driving much of the series’ narrative tension.
Other notable cast members include Lydia West, Dino Fetscher, Maxim Baldry, Jade Alleyne, and Sharon Duncan-Brewster.
With its darkly satirical approach to politics and society, Years and Years has earned widespread praise. Digital Spy described it as “wild and ambitious,” while The Australian referred to it as a “bleak” drama that effectively combines social realism with dystopian sci-fi elements. The series currently holds a rating of 89% on Rotten Tomatoes.
Entertainment Voice called the series “maniacally brilliant,” highlighting its sharp political satire and the eerie relevance of its themes, which could be seen as a prophetic warning about contemporary political shifts. Meanwhile, Decider praised the show as “fascinating,” noting the emotional range from exhilarating to crushingly depressing.
For viewers in the UK, Years and Years will stream on Netflix starting April 13, while audiences in the US can catch the series on Max.
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