Cooper & Fry vs This Is England '88
Cooper & Fry has the higher audience score (10/10 against 7.5/10 for This Is England '88). This Is England '88 is the older of the two (2011 against 2025). Both are drama shows, so they suit a similar mood.
| Cooper & Fry | This Is England '88 | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 10.0/10 | ★ 7.5/10 |
| Year | 2025 | 2011 |
| Seasons | 1 | 1 |
| Genres | Crime, Drama, Mystery | Drama |
| Country | GB | – |
| Creator / director | – | Shane Meadows |
| Main cast | Robert James-Collier, Charlotte Bradley, Lorcan Cranitch, Mandip Gill, Barry O'Connor | Stephen Graham, Joseph Gilgun, Johnny Harris, Thomas Turgoose, Helen Behan |
Synopsis
Cooper & Fry
Set in the mystery-shrouded Peak District, the series follows two mismatched young detectives: affable local Ben Cooper and guarded newcomer Diane Fry. Thrown together to investigate a string of mysterious deaths they must learn to work together to get results. As their personal lives begin to intertwine, a unique friendship begins to form... but it won't always be easy.
This Is England '88
Set during Christmas 1988, Lol is haunted by the devastating events that took place two and a half years before. She and Woody both find themselves struggling to cope with their lives without each other after he leaves the gang. Lol is carrying the burden of her guilt, whilst Woody is trying to build a domestic life with a new girlfriend and a potential promotion at work. Shaun has started drama college and, although still in a relationship…
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