Sheridan Smith fans have limited time to watch one of her most celebrated series, as her portrayal of Cilla Black is set to leave Netflix soon. The three-part biographical drama, which first aired on ITV in 2014, has been a hit with viewers and critics alike.
The Series and Its Departure
The mini-series, titled Cilla, follows the life of the beloved entertainer from her humble beginnings in Liverpool to her rise to fame. It is currently available on Netflix, but a 'leaving soon' tag has appeared on the platform, indicating its imminent removal. While no exact date has been confirmed, reports suggest it may be taken off around 24 May, a year after it was added to Netflix.
Critical Acclaim
Sheridan Smith's performance has been widely praised, with many hailing it as one of her best. One viewer commented: 'Sheridan Smith is pure class. She performs all the songs herself. This young lady has a great future ahead of her.' Another added: 'Best drama series on TV for years. Sheridan Smith must surely be Britain's best actress at the moment.'
The Story
The series chronicles Cilla Black's early life, her relationship with The Beatles manager Brian Epstein, and her marriage to Bobby Willis. An official synopsis reads: 'First of a three-part biopic of the Liverpudlian songbird. The young and unknown Priscilla White works in the typing pool of a local company in the city, but dreams of stardom.'
Sheridan's Reflections
Sheridan has spoken fondly about her role, telling This Morning: 'I need to take some tips from her, how feisty she was. Some people say she was ruthless, but I don't think she was ever ruthless. She was determined.' Before her death in 2015, Cilla Black herself praised the portrayal, calling it 'so believable.'
Cilla is available to watch on Netflix and ITVX.
