*This England* is a gripping Sky Atlantic drama that chronicles the turbulent first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom. The series centers on the country’s then-Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, portrayed by an almost unrecognizable Kenneth Branagh. Viewers are given a behind-the-scenes look at the government’s frantic response to the unprecedented health crisis.
The narrative weaves together the high-stakes political decisions made in Downing Street with the harrowing experiences of frontline healthcare workers and scientists. It also explores the personal stories of ordinary people affected by the virus, creating an intense and comprehensive portrait of a nation in turmoil. The limited series has ended, but sign up for a reminder just in case it returns.