Drama Stephen began on ITV last night and provoked split opinion, with some viewers struggling to take Steve Coogan “seriously” during the first episode.
The crime drama told an important and harrowing story last night (Monday August 30) and attention focused on Steve’s performance as a detective intent on finding out the truth about what happened to murdered teenager.
But some viewers, used to seeing Steve in comedy roles, struggled to get over that hurdle.
Who did Steve play in Stephen on ITV?
Steve, 55, played DCI Clive Driscoll, who voluntarily started to look into the Stephen Lawrence murder case 18 years after his death.
During the original investigation, terrible mistakes were made and the gang of suspects walked away Scot-free.
However, thanks to Stephen’s parents Doreen and Neville, the case never left the nation’s conscience.
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And thanks to Clive, new forensic evidence was found that could bring the suspects to justice.
The drama was poignant, moving and highlighted police failures.
But some viewers found it tricky to get over Steve’s gravelly London accent and take him seriously.
Watching #Stephen.
Sorry, but I just can't take Steve Coogan seriously.— 4 Chords No Net (@4ChordsNoNet) August 30, 2021
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