‘Hope Street’ Lands Feature Film Commission: ‘One of Our Own’
It looks like fan favorite hit 'Hope Street' is wrapping things up in Port Devine with a feature film.
We’ve been expecting the BBC to drop a press release for the annual renewal of BBC NI’s hit daytime soap Hope Street, one of the rare daytime series from across the pond that’s built up a decent following in the U.S. due to the show airing and streaming in second run on most local PBS stations. However, instead of commissioning Season 6, the BBC and BritBox have announced the show’s first-ever feature-length film installment, which will play in theaters before arriving on streaming.
It seems likely this is a signal that the show, which has undergone enormous casting turnover during its five-season run, will not be back for Season 6 – at least not any time soon. BBC Northern Ireland’s commissioning editor, Mary McKeagney, notably said in the press release: “We hope this feature-length film will provide the perfect opportunity to tie up some loose ends for fans. It is a bit of a thank you to all our audiences for engaging so enthusiastically with the series.” That certainly doesn’t sound like a show that’s planning on returning to the small screen in 2027.
Americans will also most likely have to wait for the feature film to hit BritBox to watch it on this side of the pond. The BBC press release only confirms theatrical releases in Northern Ireland and the U.K. in September and October 2026. The feature film is expected to follow on streaming globally before the end of the year.
Here’s the film’s synopsis, which basically reads like a supersized single episode.
The story opens with a violent crime committed against a much-loved local and the police investigation brings bad news for Detective Sergeant Marlene Pettigrew. Love is also in the air and there’s a wedding to plan, but this is Port Devine, what could possibly go wrong?
The film will star the current cast of Hope Street as of Season 5, including lead Tara Lynne O’Neill (Derry Girls) as Inspector Eve Dunlop, Kerri Quinn (Say Nothing) as Marlene Pettigrew, plus Aaron McCusker (Bohemian Rhapsody) and Niamh McGrady (The Fall) as Clint and Nicole Devine-Dunwoody. Other returnees who joined the series over the four seasons the show has been on the air include Niall Wright (A Woman Of Substance), Marcus Onilude (Ted Lasso), Eleanor Methven (Little Women), Paddy Jenkins (Blue Lights), Cameron Cuffe (Nautilus), Katie Shortt (Casualty), Jonny Grogan (The Head), and no-longer-a-newcomer RhéAna Kamalu. The film will also feature the late Finnian Garbutt (Housejackers) in his final on-screen appearance.
Newcomers to Port Devine for the feature film include Letitia Hector (Succession), Tim McGarry (Give My Head Peace), and comedian Paddy Raff. Further cast details will be announced in due course.
Susanne Farrell and Paul Marquess created the series; the latter is the film’s lead writer. Marquess executive produces with Donna Wiffen for Long Story TV and Robert Schildhouse, Stephen Nye, and Jess O’Riordan for BritBox International.
One of Our Own: A Hope Street Film is currently filming in Northern Ireland and in and around County Down. Hope Street Seasons 1 through 4 are streaming on BritBox and for members on select PBS Passports. (As always, check your local listings.) Season 5 is currently exclusive to BritBox, but is expected to debut on PBS Passport before the end of 2026.
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