BBC's 'Reunion' Debuts, Redefining Deaf Representation in Television

The bilingual thriller, created by deaf writer William Mager, premieres with a deaf-led cast and crew, showcasing authentic storytelling in British Sign Language and spoken English.

• Reunion, a four-part bilingual drama, premiered on April 7, 2025, on BBC One and BBC iPlayer, marking a milestone in deaf representation on British television.
• The series follows Daniel Brennan, a deaf man played by Matthew Gurney, as he navigates isolation and redemption after serving a decade in prison for murder.
• Created by Sheffield-born deaf writer William Mager and produced by Warp Films, the show highlights authentic deaf cultural experiences and storytelling.
• Set and filmed in Sheffield, the series blends the city’s industrial heritage with its scenic countryside to enhance its narrative authenticity.
• Reunion features a predominantly deaf cast, including Matthew Gurney and Rose Ayling-Ellis, alongside celebrated actors Anne-Marie Duff and Eddie Marsan.

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