Daniel Brocklehurst

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Daniel Brocklehurst

Born January 1, 1971 · Manchester, England, UK (age 55)

Daniel Brocklehurst is a British television writer.

Known For

The Railway Children ReturnThe Railway Children Return · 2022
The Railway Children Return
★ 6.52022
MovieDramaFamily
Follow a group of children who are evacuated to a Yorkshire village during the Second World War, where they encounter a young soldier who, like them, is far away from home.
Never Forget: The MusicalNever Forget: The Musical · 2007
Never Forget: The Musical
2007
MovieMusic
Musical charting the fortunes of an unlikely Take That tribute band as they try to follow in their idols footsteps. Set in Manchester and filmed live at the Manchester Opera House, the show follows Ash and his best mates as they try to bring their dreams alive, realising along the way that sometimes pretending to be someone else can help you discover who you are. Featuring many Take That hits including: 'Relight My Fire', 'Stay' and 'Never Forget'.
The Stretford WivesThe Stretford Wives · 2002
The Stretford Wives
★ 7.02002
MovieDramaTV Movie
The film revolves around the lives of three sisters – played by Fay Ripley, Claire Rushbrook, and Lindsey Coulson – who live in Stretford, Greater Manchester, England.
ShamelessShameless · 2004
Shameless
★ 7.52004
SeriesComedyDrama
The story of a young group of siblings pretty much abandoned by their parents, surviving by their wits - and humor - on a rough Manchester council estate. Whilst they won't admit it, they need help and find it in Steve, a young middle class lad who falls for Fiona, the oldest sibling, and increasingly finds himself drawn to this unconventional and unique family. Anarchic family life seen through the eyes of an exceptionally bright fifteen year old, who struggles to come of age in the context of his belligerent father, closeted brother, psychotic sister and internet porn star neighbors.
BrassicBrassic · 2019
Brassic
★ 8.32019
SeriesComedyDrama
A group of working-class friends finding unconventional ways to win at life in suburban northern England. These lads have dealt, scammed, bribed and conned their way through adolescence, but now, their dealing and stealing is catching up with them and a whole load of trouble is heading their way.
Fool Me OnceFool Me Once · 2024
Fool Me Once
★ 7.22024
SeriesDramaCrime
When ex-soldier Maya sees her murdered husband on a secret nanny cam, she uncovers a deadly conspiracy that stretches deep into the past.
Missing YouMissing You · 2025
Missing You
★ 6.22025
SeriesDramaCrime
When Detective Kat Donovan matches on a dating app with the fiancé who disappeared years before, she learns that some secrets are best left in the past.
Run AwayRun Away · 2026
Run Away
★ 6.62026
SeriesDramaMystery
A desperate father searching for his runaway daughter gets caught up in a murder case — and stumbles upon secrets which could destroy his family for good.

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ExileExile · 2011
Exile
★ 7.22011
SeriesMysteryDrama
Exile is a British psychological thriller television series created by Paul Abbott and Danny Brocklehurst for BBC One. The three-part serial stars John Simm as London journalist Tom Ronstadt, whose world falls apart as a result of his own actions. Upon returning to his Lancashire hometown after 18 years, he finds his father, Sam, in the grips of Alzheimer's disease. During the course of the series, Tom begins to unravel the mystery of his childhood that drove him away many years earlier. Trying to extract information from Sam causes Tom to grow frustrated with his father's inability to remember. Tom continues on his quest for the truth, unaware he is unearthing a devastating crime that will reveal unimaginable secrets. The series received varying reviews, with praise for the script and performances but criticism for the clichés. Simm received a BAFTA nomination for his lead role, as did director John Alexander.

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