Overview

In the Welsh town of Port Talbot, 1942, Richard Jenkins lives as a wayward schoolboy, caught between the pressures of his struggling family, a devastating war and his own ambitions. However, a new opportunity arises when Richard’s natural talent for drama catches the attention of his teacher, Philip Burton.

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Cast

Toby Jones

Philip Burton

Lesley Manville

Ma Smith

Harry Lawtey

Richard Jenkins Jr.

Aimee-Ffion Edwards

Cecilia 'Cis' Jenkins

Aneurin Barnard

Eifed James

Steffan Rhodri

Dic Jenkins

Mali O'Donnell

Phyllis Dolan

Dylan Jones

Morgan

Rhys ap William

Mr David

Lynn Hunter

Betty

Oliver Ryan

Co-op Manager

Richard Elfyn

Governor