The Wrap: June 2026
From mysterious fishing boats and family feuds to prehistoric giants and indie gaming gems - June delivered another diverse month of storytelling.
ScreenUK
Explore new releases and hidden gems in film, TV, animation and games. Find out here how to access them, wherever you are... This way for unforgettable.
It’s A Summer of Animation in All Shapes and Forms
Whether you prefer stop-motion, hand-drawn or fully CG, UK animation has something for you.
On My Screen: Richard Hunter
Richard Hunter’s must-watch UK independent film is Mike Leigh’s MEANTIME. He reflects on the film’s raw character work, its young cast including Tim Roth, Gary Oldman and Alfred Molina, and how so much of Mike Leigh’s later work feels disti…
On Location: Brighton
Seamus McGarvey reflects on shooting in Brighton on a recent short film with Lorna Tucker. From a scene on the pier with a child to an unexpected moment watching a murmuration of birds over the sea, he shares how the landscape itself became…
New releases
Rose of Nevada
Following Bait and Enys Men, Mark Jenkin returns with another hypnotic cinematic experience, now exploring a portal into another world.
Alice and Steve
Nicola Walker and Jemaine Clement go head-to-head in this comedic drama about a middle-aged man dating his best friend’s daughter.
Frog Sqwad
Up to eight players storm the sewers in this extraction puzzle-platformer where you can enlarge your frog form to mega proportions.
UK Documentaries That Changed The Conversation
Inspired by this years’ Sheffield DocFest’s theme, we explore how recent documentaries are tackling climate change, conflict, activism and identity through compelling real-life stories.
Behind the Scenes: Aethus
Go behind the scenes of AETHUS with developer Alex Kane, founder of Pawsmanaut Games, and discover the story behind his ambitious debut indie title.
Savage House
This playful eighteenth century-set satirical comedy-drama features outstanding performances from its principal cast.
Surviving Earth
The co-creator of Walking with Dinosaurs returns with this riveting examination of eight of Earth’s significant extinction events.
7 Nights with Vroombi
Dive headfirst into this interactive cleaning simulator with a horror twist, as Vroombi explores what is scaring his owner.
Does The UK Have The World’s Best Comedy?
We’ve gathered the evidence, and it looks like there’s nothing we can’t mine for laughs.
On My Screen: Ebada Hassan
Ebada Hassan shares a recent cinema watch that left a real impression - My Father's Shadow. A film she says absolutely stunned her, with praise for Akinola Davies and the entire team behind it.
The Listeners
Janicza Bravo employs careful and nuanced direction in this four-part thriller, led by Rebecca Hall.
Hungry
Dive into Louisiana’s sweltering swamplands where a group of stranded holiday-makers fight for their lives against a volatile hippopotamus.
Dear England
This thrilling biographical drama follows the story of Gareth Southgate as the England Football Team’s manager.
The Capture (Season 3)
This gripping six-part series explores the deepfake technology, leading to questions about whether we can trust what we see.
The National Treasures Who Shape UK Culture
In honour of David Attenborough's 100th birthday, we explore his impact, and that of other UK national treasures, on UK screen culture.
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Behind the Scenes: The End We Start From
Join us as we go behind the scenes of The End We Start From. Get insights from director Mahalia Belo, producer Leah Clarke and star Jodie Comer about the intimate survival drama based on the novel by British author Megan Hunter.
Behind the Scenes: Foe
Foe, starring Academy Award nominees Saoirse Ronan and Paul Mescal, is a mesmerising sci-fi film, based on best-selling author Iain Reid’s novel. We went behind the scenes and spoke to the creative team behind the film to find out how it ca…
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
The fifth film in the Harry Potter series features plot twists, battles, clashes, explosions and other-worldly giants.
Five Dates
Explore the unpredictable world of modern dating in this distinctive, poignant and entertaining full-motion video game.
Atomic
Dive into this mysterious and intriguing thriller series about smuggling uranium across the world.
Mandrake
Belfast’s Jude Hill stars in this atmospheric folk horror from Northern Ireland.
Nil by Mouth
Ray Winstone and Kathy Burke are outstanding in Gary Oldman’s blistering and uncompromising directorial debut.
Isadora Moon
Based on the books by Harriet Muncaster, this charming animated series encourages children to celebrate their differences.
Everybody's Gone to the Rapture
A slow-burning apocalyptic adventure game, set against the backdrop of a quiet Shropshire village.
Sisters with Transistors
A fascinating documentary spotlighting female pioneers in electronic music who synthesised their way beyond the glass ceiling.
Trash Goblin
Immerse yourself in this pleasant and wholesome shopkeeping game where you can upgrade and customise your surroundings and trinkets.
Focus on the Emmys
We take a look at the British shows and talent nominated at this year's Emmys.