• Directed by: Finn den Hertog
  • Cast: Jack Lowden, Martin Freeman
  • Year: 2025
  • Duration: 87min
  • Certificate: 15
  • Type: Event Cinema

Olivier Award-winner Jack Lowden (Slow Horses, Dunkirk) is joined by Emmy and BAFTA-winner Martin Freeman (The Hobbit, The Responder) in the critically acclaimed and subversively funny new play by David Ireland.

After years in the 12-step programme of Alcoholics Anonymous, James becomes a sponsor to newcomer Luka. The pair bond over black coffee, trade stories and build a fragile friendship out of their shared experiences. But as Luka approaches step five – the moment of confession – dangerous truths emerge, threatening the trust on which both of their recoveries depend.

Finn den Hertog directs the provocative and entertaining production filmed live from @sohoplace on London’s West End.

 

Customer notice: This screening will no longer be captioned

Please note, this screening of NT Live: The Fifth Step will unfortunately no longer be presented with captions, as previously advertised. Unfortunately, the version supplied to us does not include captioning. We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience or disappointment this change may cause. 

All customers have been emailed. If you are unable to attend without captions, please contact our Box Office at info@broadway.org.uk or 0115 952 6611, and we will be happy to arrange a refund or Broadway credit for your booking.

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