The Cage star Sheridan Smith's life off-screen including love for 'favourite city' Liverpool
Sheridan has a strong bond with the city after playing the role of Cilla Black
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The Cage is a five-episode BBC crime drama set largely in Liverpool, starring Sheridan Smith alongside Michael Socha. It follows two casino workers whose schemes spiral into danger, with Tony Schumacher (The Responder) as creator and writer. Release details place its debut on BBC One and BBC iPlayer in 2026, with trailers signaling a high-stakes thriller tone.[3][4]
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Reports from April 2026 indicate The Cage premieres on BBC One and BBC iPlayer in late April, with coverage noting Smith’s return to a Liverpool-set role and the series’ emphasis on suspense and crime elements.[2][3]
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Media attention around the show includes public interest in Smith’s performance as Leanne and the on-set experiences filming in Liverpool, as well as comparisons to her earlier TV work.[5][9][3]
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