BBC Announces Cast for Climate Drama The Dream Lands

The BBC has announced the cast for its upcoming six-part drama series, The Dream Lands, adapted from Rosa Rankin-Gee's novel. The show, set in a near-future Margate facing extreme inequality and climate challenges, follows 17-year-old Chance, played by newcomer Pascale Kann, who turns to crime to support her family. The cast includes notable actors such as Golda Rosheuvel, who plays Iona, Connor Swindells as Kole, and Anna Friel as Jas. Writer and executive producer Kayleigh Llewellyn expressed excitement over the diverse talent involved, emphasizing the blend of new and established actors. Directed by Erika Calmeyer and Myriam Raja, the series is co-produced by SISTER and Universal International Studios, with filming currently underway. The narrative promises a gripping exploration of love and survival amid societal collapse.