Channel 4 Drama 'Close to Home' Completes Filming with Cast Announced
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Filming has wrapped on the Channel 4 drama 'Close to Home', based on Michael Magee's debut novel. The series, set in post-Troubles Belfast, features a cast including Michelle Fairley, Conor MacNeill, and Anthony Boyle. A broadcast date for the series is yet to be announced.
Facts First
- Filming for 'Close to Home' wrapped last month on location in Belfast.
- The cast includes Michelle Fairley and Conor MacNeill, joining previously announced Anthony Boyle.
- The series is based on Michael Magee's novel about a generation after the Troubles, which he is adapting.
- The drama is produced by Element Pictures and commissioned by Channel 4.
- The series is distributed internationally by Fremantle and supported by Northern Ireland Screen and Screen Ireland.
What Happened
Production has concluded on the Channel 4 drama 'Close to Home'. The series, which finished filming in Belfast last month, has announced additional cast members Michelle Fairley and Conor MacNeill. They join a cast led by Anthony Boyle, who plays the central character Sean. The drama is an adaptation of Michael Magee's debut novel, which he is adapting for the screen himself. Diarmuid Goggins is directing the series, which was commissioned by Channel 4 executives Gwawr Lloyd and Gemma Boswell.
Why this Matters to You
If you enjoy contemporary dramas rooted in specific social landscapes, this series could offer a compelling new story. It focuses on a generation navigating life after a prolonged historical conflict, which might provide insight into experiences different from your own. The involvement of an award-winning production company and support from national screen agencies suggests a commitment to quality storytelling. You may see this series on Channel 4 and through international distributors in the future.
What's Next
The completed series will now move into post-production. A broadcast date on Channel 4 has not yet been set, but its international distribution is being handled by Fremantle.