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The Cage

7.420261 seasonTV SeriesDramaCrime

When Leanne and Matty discover they are both robbing from the safe at the inner-city casino they work in, their lives are set on a collision course; with each other, the local gangster they're stealing from, and the police.

ProducersHilary Martin·Christopher Aird

Where to watch

BBC iPlayerBBC iPlayer
Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Episode 1
Apr 26, 2026 7.5
E2
Episode 2
May 3, 2026
E3
Episode 3
May 10, 2026
E4
Episode 4
May 17, 2026
E5
Episode 5
May 18, 2026

Cast

SSSheridan Smith
Sheridan Smith
Leanne
MSMichael Socha
Michael Socha
Matty
GJGeraldine James
Geraldine James
Nancy Packer
BSBarry Sloane
Barry Sloane
Gary Packer
SMSophie Mensah
Sophie Mensah
Fen Ning
SJSue Jenkins
Sue Jenkins
Shelagh
SMShaun Mason
Shaun Mason
Alan
LELouis Emerick
Louis Emerick
Paul
JPJulia Papp
Julia Papp
Irina
EOEileen O'Brien
Eileen O'Brien
Nanna
MA
Max Ainsworth
Neil

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The Cage — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Cage?

The Cage is streaming on BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Cage on Netflix?

No, The Cage is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of August 2026. It's currently on BBC iPlayer.

Is The Cage on Amazon Prime Video?

The Cage isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Cage for free?

The Cage is available to stream free (with ads) on BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom.

How many seasons does The Cage have?

The Cage has 1 season so far.

Are all episodes of The Cage out yet?

The 1 released season of The Cage is complete, but the show is still in production — a new season is expected.

Is there a Season 2 of The Cage?

A Season 2 of The Cage hasn't been officially confirmed yet.