Overview

• The latest series is available to stream on BBC iPlayer, with many viewers saying they are "glued to the screen."
• Sean Bean stars as Ronnie Phelan, whose attempt to step away from crime sets off a leadership struggle between Michael Kavanagh and Jamie Phelan.
• Reviews and audience comments highlight standout performances, with national outlets praising Bean’s commanding presence.
• The first run was the BBC’s most-watched new drama debut of 2025, which secured the show’s continuation into a second series.
• Authentic Scouse accents and Liverpool locations are being singled out by viewers as key strengths of the production.