John lives with his husband Eric in California, far from the traditional rural life he left behind years ago. His father, Willis, a headstrong man from a bygone era, lives alone on the isolated farm where John …

At times hard to watch, Falling manages to use flashback with a uniqueness not quite seen. He pulls the onion back just enough to keep your attention, using colors, landscapes and sound design to make …

As his mind declines, an obstinate father is forced to leave his isolated farm to be closer to the family he constantly criticizes.

Apr 21, 2026 · Adolescence writer Jack Thorne puts true faith to the test in his new Channel 4 drama Falling. It features big-name duo Paapa Essiedu and Keeley Hawes and will be his first-ever on …

Feb 5, 2021 · This sundowning bully is King Lear minus a child, and with no kingdom to bestow: just a farm and some horses. The most remarkable thing about “Falling” is not just how deftly Mortensen …

May 20, 2026 · Adolescence writer Jack Thorne's new religious romance drama Falling has received mixed reviews from critics. The Channel 4 six-part series launched on Tuesday night, with much …

Apr 21, 2026 · Keeley Hawes and Paapa Essiedu star in Falling, a witty, moving and romantic drama from the BAFTA award winning writing mind of Jack Thorne. Falling starts Tuesday 19th May on …

Starring Keeley Hawes and Paapa Essiedu, Falling was written and created by Jack Thorne, the man behind Adolescence

Apr 21, 2026 · Channel 4 has released the highly anticipated first trailer and fresh images for its major new drama, Falling, and it promises to be an emotional rollercoaster. Starring television favourite ...

May 19, 2026 · Falling review: Paapa Essiedu and Keeley Hawes are on top form in this unconventional love story In his six-part drama for Channel 4, Jack Thorne asks what happens when you risk …