Nicola Coughlan joins BBC's powerful female-led series 'I Am...'
continues her run of women-focused projects by joining the BBC's anthology series 'I Am...' Following her breakthrough performance as Clare in the popular comedy Derry Girls, Coughlan became even more prominent worldwide as Penelope Featherington in the historical drama Bridgerton.
She also starred in Barbie, Greta Gerwig's 2023 hit film. Her role in I Am... is a logical next step for her, who is well-known for her adaptability and love of narrating stories with strong female characters.
The notable format of the 'I Am...' series makes it stand out in the television industry. The lead actress co-develops and stars in each episode, resulting in a very genuine and close story. Notable actresses
Kate Winslet
, Letitia Wright, and
Gemma Chan
have all given strong performances in previous episodes.
Particularly, Winslet's performance in I Am Ruth, a highly acclaimed anthology entry, earned her a BAFTA TV Award.
Actor Joe Cole, who played John Shelby in the crime drama Peaky Blinders, will also be returning for the next season. Cole, who is known for playing characters that are both emotionally complex and intense, has also starred in Gangs of London and A Prayer Before Dawn.
Dominic Savage, best known for his role in Stanley Kubrick's 1975 film Barry Lyndon, is the series' director and creator.
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Krishnendu Majumdar is the show's producer, and Me+You Productions is supporting the project. I Am... has won praise from critics since its 2019 debut for its daring, improvised approach and emphasis on actual, lived female experiences.
Although the title and release date of Nicola Coughlan's episode are still undisclosed, her participation enriches the blend of the series' history. I Am... continues to be a powerful medium for stories that are deeply emotional and genuine, exploring issues of identity, motherhood, grief, and resilience.
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