Netflix has announced its upcoming programming lineup, featuring new comedy projects from two award-winning British writers.
The announcement included new content spanning drama, entertainment, and unscripted genres.
Among the comedy offerings, a six-part documentary-style series titled Jig will explore the competitive world of Irish step dancing.
The programme was written by Lisa McGee, who previously created Channel 4’s hit series Derry Girls.
Production is scheduled to commence in Northern Ireland during the coming year.
A second comedy project comes from Robert Popper, the writer behind the long-running sitcom Friday Night Dinner.
The as-yet-untitled family comedy will star Robert Webb, Timothy Spall, Alexandra Roach, Denise Welch, and Loo Brealey in leading roles.
Anne Mensah, Netflix’s vice president of original UK content, commented that the competitive British television market required quality programming.
She stated that the new lineup demonstrated the company’s commitment to supporting homegrown talent.
In the drama department, a project called The Unheard will star Kate Winslet and Maxine Peake in a story centred on two sisters who flee after committing an act of vengeance.
The series is being written by Jack Thorne and directed by Mounia Akl.
The entertainment slate features Beat Luke Littler, a competition programme pitting twenty amateur darts players against the world champion.
The grand prize amounts to £501,000, with Gary Lineker presenting the live broadcast and Richard Osman providing expert commentary.
Mensah commented on the 2027 lineup.
Recent viewership data indicated strong audience appetite for comedy content.
Brooklyn Nine-Nine topped the United Kingdom streaming charts during July 2026, while The Rookie, based on real LAPD officer William Norcross, also performed well.