Absolutely legendary and I really hope this quality keeps up. Manchester, 2019. RTD does deliver! Years and Years - Series 1: Episode 2 - Audio Described. Series 1: Episode 2. That scares the crap out of me. The season starts on June 24th on HBO. Years and Years Episode 4 is so different from last week’s episode: more attention is paid to the plot, with minor dramas giving way to steadily bigger ones, rather than to quiet character development. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. With Emma Thompson, Russell Tovey, Jessica Hynes, Anne Reid. A small detail - it looked significantly warmer at grandma’s birthday party this episode. Years and Years | Episode 1 | Discussion & Review - YouTube Daniel embarks on a dangerous quest to bring Viktor home, while Celeste takes a terrible revenge on Stephen. I simply could not suspend disbelief during this scene and think it was shoddily done, the scariness and recency of the 2008 financial crisis notwithstanding. Series premiere. Compared to 20 years ago, the world has never been safer. They probably aren’t able to get pineapple as easily anymore, so the local pizza shops are experimenting! Episode Directed by Written by Original air date UK viewers (millions) 1: Episode 1: Simon Cellan Jones: Russell T Davies: 14 May 2019 () 4.26: On 14 May 2019, businesswoman Vivienne "Viv" Rook (Emma Thompson) causes controversy by saying she "doesn't give a fuck" about the Israel-Palestine conflict on an evening talk show. Watch on. Press J to jump to the feed. It actually reminds me quite a bit of both economic recessions in my generation. One of the big problems I initially had with the show was that the characters very basic, essentially archetypes for what I thought the real meat and potatoes of the show was, that being the setting. More Years and Years is on its way – five more episodes, to be exact. Love the show and find it scarily realistic. |. Celeste loses her job, but that’s just the start of her problems: when she and Stephen are woken at 4am by a series of urgent texts, they realise their entire life is about to come crashing down. Much happens in the fourth episode of Years and Years, and whilst there are some big revelations (Celeste outs Stephen’s affair to the entire family), there is nothing more important to discuss in this episode than the last twenty minutes. edited 1 year ago I'm an American, but I've been really interested in this and didn't want to wait for the HBO broadcast so I've been watching it through other means. I'm an American, but I've been really interested in this and didn't want to wait for the HBO broadcast so I've been watching it through other means. Edith's speech about how the world is screwed so we might well enjoy life while we can was a good reflection of the current dialogue, and the sad reality that we may not ever care enough to stop the damage we're doing. As the world shifts more and more to the right, I get more and more worried that cautionary tales like this will come true. Episode guide, trailer, review, preview, cast list and where to stream it on demand, on catch up and download. Considering this was written and filmed before the whole Greta Thunberg explosion, this series is amazingly reflective and well-timed. The reveal shot actually made me gasp. Contains some strong language and some sexual content. I think the buzz around the series will be huge when it starts screening in the US. Europe, stream the best of Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic and new movies now. I think that's an apt tag-line for the whole show, to be frank. With Rosie, she attends Viv Rook’s political rally and is amazed by her power and passion. In Years and Years Episode 1, her character, Vivienne Rook, is a political commentator, though not strictly a politician at first… think Boris Johnson’s political start. It's such a well written show by Russell T Davies and I urge anyone who hasn't tried it to check it out. Years and Years does exactly the same thing, but the decade it traces is ... the 2020s. Firstly, Edith herself had picked up radiation from the blast, from her group’s boat near Vietnam. Looking forward (sort of) to the next episode. Despite its title and steady march through the 2020s — each episode jumps forward a few years… Episode 1. Subtitles. Written by Russell T. Davies. T'Nia Miller is an actress, known for The Haunting of Bly Manor (2020), I just watched it and it was very triggering for me. I just finished the series. Find out when Years and Years is on TV, including Series 1-Episode 4. The human race will not be extinct but we are just gonna go back to our primitive ways is an insane and highly plausible outcome of our current situation. Also, I start to like Muriel a lot more after S01E02, and I wonder what's the main personal arc for our nan. More purchase options. Episode 1. If you want to watch the show online, we have you covered. It's just unbelievable how underrated this show is. 2. It's so true, we've been saying "10 years" for so long and she's seemed so completely defeated. Part way through the transaction, she’s called away because the estate gates have been closed early, meaning her kids will be shut out all night. He told him his name, occupation, it just screams naive. Russell Tovey and Rory Kinnear are great in it, although that's to be expected given their previous work. It did not feel fictional at all. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. So she comes back to spend time with family and take stock. Which, to be honest, was totally fine, I was game for that. English [CC] Audio languages. Drama. I cannot believe more people aren't talking about it. Now is one of the most important times in our lifetimes to actually get involved in government. But since I've some hope for this series so hopefully the next few episodes would carry on the momentum. Modern banks in developed jurisdictions are totally unlikely of going under immediately following a putative investment bank collapse. I wasn’t sure how episode 2 could top a nuclear explosion, but it certainly did. Episode 1 – | Review Score – 4/5 Episode 2 – | Review Score – 4/5 Episode 3 – | Review Score – 4/5 Episode 4 – | Review Score – 4.5/5 Episode 5 – | Review Score – 4.5/5 Episode 6 – | Review Score – 4/5. The year is now 2027. We use cookies on our websites for a number of purposes, including analytics and performance, functionality and advertising. I really like this show so far, and the most recent episode was excellent. Sign Up Now! I'm very impressed with this series, and also watching on HBO, so a bit behind. The inclusion of the police officer suddenly realising that his money was gone too and joining the throng was excellent writing. Dan and Stephens arcs, each with its own nuances, just wrecked me. Although the trailer for episode two indicates Britain wasn’t wiped out by nuclear war, don’t expect it to be easy watching. There's a good few MPs who would definitely prey on the fears of people to impose extra control. Ooh, great catch. Daniel tries to build a new life with Viktor, but ex-husband Ralph takes a terrible revenge which will have consequences for the whole family. This episode scared the heck out of me too. For me, a good tv show is has several smart conversations and if these collective conversations brings up the central idea of the tv show, it's a delight. God this show is destroying me. Welcome to r/curb 's Curb Your Enthusiasm Season 10, Episode 1, "Happy New Year" Episode Discussion Thread! Tonights episode is a 10/10 from me personally. The acting is top class from Russell Tovey, Emma Thompson and Rory Kinnear to name a few. r/YearsAndYearsBBC: Drama series following a tumultuous 15 years in Britain through the eyes of one family. They were just in sweatshirts outside where they first episode they were all bundled up. This felt slower but more harrowing, darker, and even more close to home. It makes me think of Children Of Men - we don’t see a fertility crisis in this show, but all of the global issues, the decline, it has a similar feel to it. The last 2 episodes has me crying and I’m dismayed that I can’t discuss it with others yet. As politician Vivienne Rook causes a scandal on live TV, the Lyons … With Theresa May announcing her resignation yesterday, this programme really hits quite close to the bone. I did find it odd why would Daniel tell all of his business to his ex husband about his own beau. Unbelievable stuff, honestly. Play. Best show this year alongside Chernobyl. For people in the US it premieres later on in June but I urge you all to try it. The first episode gave me the heebie-jeebies, so I didn't want to stick it on iPlayer in the background and not pay full attention to it until I could. Subtitles. 1 h 2 min. Amazing. It feels like a gradual descent into dystopia. I really like this show so far, and the most recent episode was excellent. Watch with HBO. Really great speculative (or prophetic) fiction. With Anne Reid, Rory Kinnear, T'Nia Miller, Russell Tovey. Just binged the first 5 episodes and by God, it is epic. For everyone else who hasn't been watching this show, it's like a top-tier Black Mirror episode extended to an entire season. "Years and Years" Episode #1.1 (TV Episode 2019) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. The 2007 one was more recent, but the 1997 Asian financial crisis was the first lesson in my life about how one's entire financial existence could evaporate overnight. 56m 2019 United Kingdom Available until 31 October 2022. There were consequences to that day’s events in Years and Years Episode 2, of course, two of which are felt close to home. Episode 2. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast, Press J to jump to the feed. Years and Years - Episode 1 - Review Posted by Milo MJ at May 16, 2019 0 Comments ... comes one of the best and most confident new series of the year so far, with a nightmarish look at the far future in 2024, several years from now. Viv sets her sights on the ultimate prize: 10 Downing Street. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast, More posts from the YearsAndYearsBBC community. I find it amusing that these people do not keep some money outside of a bank or in another bank. This episode made me feel so anxious, especially with the bank collapse. Meanwhile in Years and Years episode 6, Rosie (Ruth Madeley) is trying to sell her food van (yes, there’s some unsubtle mirroring going on) because the red tape has completely strangled her business. Just watching now given the recent addition to the HBO lineup. Episode Guide. Episode 1. Years And Years episode 1 review: an exuberant but bleak family saga Reviews Russell T Davies’ energetic new drama holds a mirror up to modern times and gets off to an audacious start. I am not very sure about how the first season is gonna unfold at this point, because everyone's storyline seems to be at the start of developing still. I'm no millionaire, but I could imagine banging on the doors of the bank screaming for my money if I thought my life savings had vanished. Drama series following a tumultuous 15 years in Britain through the eyes of one family. 1 year ago. Years and Years (TV Mini-Series 2019) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. The closest thing to what was an overnight retail bank collapse that apparently was totally unexpected in my mind is the Cypriot bank closures / withdrawal restrictions. Episode guide, trailer, review, preview, cast list and where to stream it on demand, on catch up and download. However, I found the “run on the bank” scene rushed and totally out of character with anything resembling accuracy. Also Lemon on pizza. Audio languages. Daniel tries to build a new life with Viktor, but ex-husband Ralph takes a terrible revenge which will have consequences for the whole family. Watch Superstore - Season 6 (2020) using Stremio. Larry kicks off the new year with a new rival--Mocha Joe. HBO Max icon. Nevertheless, we see some surprises here and there in how the Lyons family respond to each other, as the tone of the story steadily darkens. I have not cried this much in a while. Find out when Years and Years is on TV, including Series 1-Episode 3. Superstore - Season 6 is one of the greatest tv series of 2020. It's a social/political drama with thriller elements with a bit of comedy added in. It genuinely was more engaging than the previous episodes where 'oh this thing might happen!'. I'm a bit behind, but just watched it. This show has gained so much traction and it deserves every bit of attention it gets. Find out when Years and Years is on TV, including Series 1-Episode 5. Episode guide, trailer, review, preview, cast list and where to stream it on demand, on catch up and download. Directed by Simon Cellan Jones. Buy HD $2.99. The emotions we felt for the characters and the emotions the characters were feeling were the exact same for all the others in the boat. 56m. TV-MA | 58 min. It follows a family over 15 years as they get to grips with the changing world. Badly affected by what happened abroad, Edith returns home for good. The Lyons family gathers in 2019 for a milestone; five years later, they get unsettling news. 'Episode 1.' It was kinda foreshadowed in the first episode too, when the Lyons bros talked about how politics used to seem boring then, but now everyone is living in the epicentre of the chaos in one way or another. This is the reason why I looked for an episode 2 discussion. The world is still reeling from the events of Hong Sha. TV-MA. Considering he is a cheat, I still found myself sympathising completely with Danny and his new man Viktor, which was a task in itself. As the world recovers, Stephen and Celeste face a very modern nightmare, Daniel fights to keep hold of Viktor, and Edith finally returns home, carrying a terrible secret with her. Apparently, her character was inspired by Nigel Farage, Donald Trump and others who started in the private sector and then went into politics as people’s representatives. Bravo, Years and Years, for being more than a soap opera in the distant future. The world is still reeling from the events of Hong Sha. Not gonna lie, the ending music always gives me a mini adrenaline rush. The details are amazing, both with the technology and the items no longer available anymore... as someone above posted, hard to find chocolate, but also "lemon doesn't belong on pizza", which I took to mean that it's hard to get pineapple anymore. The show is a six-part series about a family based in Manchester, each with their own issues. Fuck me sideways with a blink though, this episode's ending was an emotional gut punch, not a scary gut punch like the other endings. July 1, 2019. Episode 1. And I am definitely a sucker for the close-up portraits of the personal and the quotidian under the backdrop of the grand scheme of our world. Directed by Simon Cellan Jones. What really hurts is the little details like not being able to find chocolate. And there are definitely people who would cheer for it, thinking it was improving their safety... And the crashing of the banks definitely turned my mind to where my savings are and how they're protected. Later, at a cocktail party hosted by Jeff and Susie, Larry gets roped into lunch plans and has a misunderstanding with a caterer. Just caught up with the first four episodes. Directed by Simon Cellan Jones. Everything about this “new” and “fictional” world just scares the shit out of me, especially the scenes with the banks collapsing - just utter carnage. Not to be a conspiracy theorist but I have a feeling the reason it isn't being pushed by the media is because of the subject matter. I have been looking for a clip or transcript to share. It just seems like bragging and really twisting the knife in which gave precedence to the guy to just get revenge. Holy wow episode four had me on the floor. How to Watch Years and Years … Meanwhile, Rosie Lyons (Ruth Madeley) gives birth to a son, Lincoln.