Is Bring the Drama coming back?

Bring the Drama is currently airing on BBC Two; the next episode airs in 2026. No return date is confirmed.

Bring the Drama is a six-part series that premiered on February 14, 2024, on BBC Two and iPlayer. The show follows eight aspiring actors who are given the opportunity to experience the world of screen acting through real-life set recreations of popular UK dramas such as Peaky Blinders, EastEnders, and Silent Witness. Hosted by actor and comedian Bill Bailey, the series features mentorship from renowned casting director Kelly Valentine Hendry, who guides the participants over six weeks as they work on recreating iconic scenes under real production conditions. The series aims to showcase the skills and challenges faced by professional actors and provides viewers with an inside look at the industry.

The show is a documentary-style series that explores the journey of aspiring actors as they learn different aspects of screen acting, including working with real scripts, cameras, and industry professionals. Throughout the series, the participants receive advice from established actors like Natalie Cassidy, Genesis Lynea, Charles Venn, Ed Speelers, and Rochenda Sandall, as well as industry experts such as fight coordinators and intimacy coordinators. The series culminates with Kelly selecting three actors to present their showreels at a major industry showcase, offering them a chance to secure representation and take the next step in their careers. The series has a runtime of 60 minutes per episode.