First look at new BBC drama The Cage with Sheridan Smith
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hellorayo.co.ukHere’s the latest available on The Cage (cage cast) based on recent coverage:
- Netflix project The Cage secured a renewal for Season 2, signaling ongoing development for the MMA-themed drama on Netflix. This update comes from industry reporting in May 2025, indicating the series’ continued momentum beyond its first season .
- BBC’s The Cage (distinct UK crime drama set in a Liverpool casino) is progressing, with filming updates and cast announcements around 2025–2026. Reports describe a five-episode arc for a BBC One/BBC iPlayer release window end of 2025 to early 2026, underscoring ongoing production and a high-profile cast led by Sheridan Smith and Michael Socha .
- Multiple outlets offer overviews, cast lists, and production details (filming locations in Liverpool/Merseyside, showrunner Tony Schumacher’s involvement, and network specifics). These sources collectively reflect active development and anticipation for the series’ return or expansion across platforms .
Illustration: a quick snapshot
- Platforms: Netflix (Season 2 renewal) and BBC One/BBC iPlayer (UK drama with new series)
- Status: in production/development for both; timelines point to 2025–2026 releases
- Cast focus: Sheridan Smith, Michael Socha in the UK drama; broader cast details circulate via official/press channels
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Citations:
- Netflix renewal for The Cage Season 2[1]
- BBC The Cage development, cast and release window discussions[2]
- First-look and production details including filming locations and episode count[4]