Watch Streaming National Theatre Live: The Fifth Step (2025) : Summary Movies Olivier Award-winner Jack Lowden (Slow Horses, Dunkirk) is joined by Emmy and BAFTA-winner Martin Freeman (The Hobbit, The Responder) in the critically acclaimed and subversively funny new play by David Ireland. After years in the 12-step programme of Alcoholics Anonymous, James becomes a sponsor to newcomer Luka. The pair bond over black coffee, trade stories and build a fragile friendship out of their shared experiences. But as Luka approaches step five – the moment of confession – dangerous truths emerge, threatening the trust on which both of their recoveries depend. Finn den Hertog directs the provocative and entertaining production filmed live from @sohoplace on London’s West End. | ||
| Release Date | : | Nov 28, 2025 |
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| Genres | : | Drama, Comedy |
| Production Company | : | National Theatre of Scotland, National Theatre, Playful Productions, Neal Street Productions |
| Production Countries | : | United Kingdom |
| Casts | : | Jack Lowden, Martin Freeman |
| Plot Keywords | : | alcoholism, stage performance, stage play, scottish |
