This England is a new Sky Original that stars Kenneth Branagh as Prime Minister Boris Johnson. More than following the Prime Minister in leading the British government to battle the first wave of the pandemic, the limited series also chronicles the events surrounding the country as a whole. Now available in Australia on demand, find out how to watch episodes of the new gripping drama here.
What’s in this Guide?
This England Season 1 preview
In This England, both the personal and political life of Prime Minister Boris Johnson is put to the test with the onset of a devastating pandemic. During his tumultuous first months in the office, government leaders scramble to mitigate the pandemic’s impact.
While the higher-ups decide and introduce numerous emergency powers and measures across the country, This England also depicts other stories that centre on experts and scientists, doctors and nurses, and all the frontline workers in a national effort to contain and overcome the virus.
As Johnson grapples with Covid-19, which was a major issue during his term, in addition to Brexit and being a controversial figure in British politics, This England is a portrayal of events in government that are interwoven with stories from around the country.
The six-part drama is co-written by Michael Winterbottom and Kieron Quirke with Winterbottom initially set to direct. He stepped down after filming began and was replaced by Julian Jarrold.
This England trailer
You can watch the official trailer for This England below.
This England episode guide
Initially titled This Sceptred Isle, the television series was first announced in June 2020. Kenneth Branagh’s casting as Boris Johnson was confirmed the following year. After the This England release date was confirmed, the series launched on 22nd September 2022. After six episodes, it concluded on 3rd November 2022.
| This England TV series | Running Time | Streaming Services |
|---|---|---|
| Episode 1 | 1 hr 2 mins | BINGE / Foxtel Now |
| Episode 2 | 52 mins | BINGE / Foxtel Now |
| Episode 3 | 50 mins | BINGE / Foxtel Now |
| Episode 4 | 51 mins | BINGE / Foxtel Now |
| Episode 5 | 44 mins | BINGE / Foxtel Now |
| Episode 6 | 1 hr 1 min | BINGE / Foxtel Now |
What other streaming services is This England on?
In the UK where it will originally air, the TV series premieres on Sky Atlantic and Now. In Australia, Foxtel and BINGE have exclusive access to stream all episodes of the series. We’ve listed some of the most prominent streaming platforms in Australia below so it’s easier for you to keep track of every streaming TV service that offers This England for streaming live or on demand.
| Streaming Services | This England 2022 show |
|---|---|
| BINGE | Yes |
| Foxtel | Yes |
| Foxtel from Telstra | Yes |
| Foxtel Now | Yes |
| Amazon Prime Video | No |
| Disney Plus | No |
| Paramount Plus | No |
| Netflix | No |
| Stan | No |
| Apple TV+ | No |
| Free to air | No |
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How to watch This England in Australia?
To watch This England, BINGE offers exclusive access in Australia. The new series premieres on Foxtel as well, via Foxtel’s BBC First channel, which is also available on Foxtel from Telstra and Foxtel Now. More than series, Foxtel offers live TV streaming with sports and movie channels for watching the latest blockbuster films.
Fortunately, BBC First is already included in the standard Foxtel Plus bundle, while Foxtel Now users can find the channel as part of Drama Extra. You’ll need to add Drama Extra on top of the base Essentials pack. The limited drama is not on free-to-air.
FeaturedStream This England on BINGE
Just like Foxtel, BINGE offers a collection of series from Sky in Australia. With a 14-day free trial, it’s even easier to access This England instantly without paying a cent for the first two weeks.
You can then choose from three streaming tiers to watch the latest shows and the best BINGE movies on demand. A Basic subscription costs $10 per month and allows you to stream in Standard Definition on one device. A Standard Plan is $16 per month and enables you to enjoy in standard or high definition on two devices.
The BINGE Premium Plan ($18 per month) is the last alternative, allowing you to stream on up to four screens/devices in SD or HD. BINGE plans are all ad-free. All three plans are subject to cancellation at any time.
Stream This England on Foxtel Now
To watch This England, Foxtel Now is another great alternative. You can access every episode when you sign up for a free 10-day trial with Foxtel Now. This package also offers the opportunity to watch shows online and on the go via the Foxtel Go app.
After your free trial period expires, the Foxtel Now base pack called Essentials pack is only $25 per month. Premium packs like Drama Extra, Sport, and Movies can be added to your base plan.
Watch This England on Telstra
You can also watch the limited drama on streaming services through Telstra. Telstra customers can access Foxtel or Foxtel Now channels by simply adding either service to their accounts. You can even save on plan fees with Foxtel.
Foxtel from Telstra (including Foxtel Now from Telstra) offers the exact same programming as a standard Foxtel service but is often available at a reduced monthly cost. With the Foxtel Now from Telstra offer, you can also watch the show on the move using the Foxtel Go app.
On the other hand, the BINGE from Telstra offer lets you enjoy BINGE Standard from only $5 per month for 12 months when you sign up via Telstra or get 2 months free!
This England cast
Playing the Prime Minister leading England in overcoming the most devastating events in the country is Kenneth Branagh (Tenet, Death on the Nile). Starring alongside him is Ophelia Lovibond (Minx, Elementary) who plays Johnson’s wife Carrie Symonds. Here’s the complete cast of the new limited drama.
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New titles are added each and every week so the choice is never an issue. These include hits like Succession, Euphoria, The Walking Dead, and Game of Thrones. We have made a few more suggestions when it comes to what’s on Foxtel below so there’s always something to search and watch.
Streaming devices for Foxtel and BINGE
Here is a list of compatible devices that you can use to stream your favourite shows with BINGE, Foxtel and Foxtel Now.
Devices supported on BINGE
- PC/Mac: Yes – Web browser only (Chrome, Safari, Firefox and Edge); supported on
MacOS : 10.12+ & Windows: 10+ - iOS Mobile Devices: Yes – iOS15+ including Apple iPhones/iPads
- Android Mobile Devices: Yes – Android Phone/Tablets OS 8+
- Google Chromecast: Yes – Chromecast Ultra, Chromecast 3rd Generation + & Chromecast w/ Google TV
- Apple TV: Yes – 4th Gen or higher; tvOS 15+
- Telstra TV: Yes – TTV1 (4200TL), TTV2 (4700TL) and TTV3 (4701TL)
- Amazon Fire TV Stick: Yes
- Android TV: Yes – OS version 8.0+ and above on selected devices
- Samsung TV: Yes – 2017 models or later
- LG TV: Yes – selected 2018 models or later
- Hisense TV: Yes – selected 2020-2023 models
- Gaming Consoles: Yes – PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox (Series X, Series S, One S and One X)
Devices supported on Foxtel/Foxtel Go
- PC/Mac: Yes – Web browser only (Chrome for PC; Chrome & Safari for Mac)
- iOS: Yes – Devices with iOS 11 or above
- Android: Yes – Devices with Android 5.0 and above (Android 13 beta versions are not supported)
- Google Chromecast: Yes – Via casting (only on Multiroom service)
- Google Nest: Yes – Via compatible Chromecast device connected or built-in to your TV
- Apple TV: Yes – Via AirPlay (only on Multiroom service)
- Smart TVs: Yes – Via casting only (only on Multiroom service)
