Top Boy 2019
“Loyalty before everything.”
What is Top Boy?
Top Boy is a British crime drama television series. The series is set on the fictional Summerhouse estate in the London Borough of Hackney.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2019
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 24
- First aired
- Sep 13, 2019
- Last aired
- Sep 7, 2023
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- GB
- Networks
- Netflix
- Genres
- Crime, Drama, Action & Adventure
- Updated
Where to watch
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How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 24 episodes and an average 45-minute runtime.
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Overview
Top Boy is a British crime drama television series. The series is set on the fictional Summerhouse estate in the London Borough of Hackney. It is created and written by Ronan Bennett. The show revolves around a group of young people living on the edge in a crime-ridden area of East London. Two seasoned drug dealers return to London, but their pursuit of money and power is threatened by a young and ruthless hustler. The series explores themes of loyalty and power struggles among the characters. Top Boy features a cast of actors, including Ashley Walters, Kano, Jasmine Jobson, and Little Simz, among others. The series is classified as a crime drama and action-adventure show, with a TV-MA rating.
Should you watch it?
“Two veteran dealers clash with a rising young hustler in London's drug trade.”
- Authentic portrayal of London's underground drug scene
- Strong character development and complex relationships
- Raw and compelling storytelling
- Violent and disturbing content
- Dark and unrelenting tone throughout
You enjoy gritty British crime dramas with complex antiheroes.
Contains graphic violence, drug use, and adult themes throughout.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 10 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Bruk Up Sep 13, 2019
- E2 Building Bridges Sep 13, 2019
- E3 Big Flame Sep 13, 2019
- E4 Bonfire Night Sep 13, 2019
- E5 Smoke Get in Your Hands Sep 13, 2019
- E6 Press Gang Sep 13, 2019
- E7 The Squeeze Sep 13, 2019
- E8 Bad Eye Sep 13, 2019
- E9 Everyone's Got Family Sep 13, 2019
- E10 You Don't Know Me Sep 13, 2019
Season 2 · 8 episodes
- E1 Good Morals Mar 18, 2022
- E2 How Do I Fix This? Mar 18, 2022
- E3 Likkle Favour Mar 18, 2022
- E4 Fully Loaded Headache Mar 18, 2022
- E5 15 Points Mar 18, 2022
- E6 De Capa y Espada Mar 18, 2022
- E7 We Ride Out for Family Mar 18, 2022
- E8 Prove Yourself Mar 18, 2022
Season 3 · 6 episodes
- E1 Step Back Sep 7, 2023
- E2 The Tour Sep 7, 2023
- E3 Birthday Party Sep 7, 2023
- E4 The Food Is Killing Us Sep 7, 2023
- E5 Has It Come to This Sep 7, 2023
- E6 If We Are Not Monsters Sep 7, 2023
Frequently asked questions
Is this based on a true story?
No, it is a fictional drama series set in London.
What language is it in?
The series is in English.
Where does it take place?
The story is set in London, England.
What genre is this show?
It is a crime drama television series.
Is it suitable for children?
No, it contains mature content and is intended for adult audiences.