The Witness vs This Is England '88
The Witness 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 2026). Both are drama shows, so they suit a similar mood.
The Witness
This Is England '88| The Witness | This Is England '88 | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 10.0/10 | ★ 7.5/10 |
| Year | 2026 | 2011 |
| Seasons | 1 | 1 |
| Genres | Crime, Drama | Drama |
| Country | – | – |
| Creator / director | – | Shane Meadows |
| Main cast | Neil Maskell, James Bradshaw, Kerry Godliman, Mark Stanley, Claire Rushbrook | Stephen Graham, Joseph Gilgun, Johnny Harris, Thomas Turgoose, Helen Behan |
Synopsis
The Witness
With their 2-year-old as the sole witness to her murder, Rachel Nickell's partner fights to protect him amid a flawed investigation.
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…
Where to watch
Where to watch The WitnessWhere to watch This Is England '88
More like The Witness · More like This Is England '88 · Compare other titles