Arabella Smith-James Joins BBC Drama Babies from Stefan Golaszewski
Actor Arabella Smith-James, who was shortlisted for the Luke Westlake Scholarship, has been cast in Babies, a new six-part drama written and directed by BAFTA Award-winner Stefan Golaszewski (Mum, Marriage) for BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
The series features an acclaimed cast led by Paapa Essiedu (Black Mirror, The Capture) and Siobhán Cullen (Bodkin, Obituary), alongside Jack Bannon (Pennyworth) and Charlotte Riley (The Peripheral, Press). Produced by Snowed-In Productions and The Money Men Studios, Babies is set to be one of the BBC’s most anticipated dramas of 2025.
About Babies
Babies is a tender and heartfelt drama exploring the delicate tightrope of love and loss in a young couple’s journey to become parents.
The story follows Lisa (Cullen) and Stephen (Essiedu) as they navigate the painful struggle of pregnancy loss while trying to stay connected. Despite grief and loneliness, they find hope, humour, and resilience, discovering a renewed strength in their relationship.
With Arabella Smith-James joining the ensemble, the series promises both emotional intensity and moving performances.
Arabella Smith-James’ Career and Scholarship Recognition
Arabella Smith-James was shortlisted for the Luke Westlake Scholarship, an award created to support working-class and low-income actors in training. The Scholarship has become one of the UK’s leading platforms for emerging talent, with alumni going on to secure significant stage and screen roles.
Her casting in Babies represents an exciting career milestone, placing her alongside some of Britain’s most acclaimed actors and creatives.
Creative Team
Writer & Director: Stefan Golaszewski (Mum, Marriage).
Producers: Snowed-In Productions and The Money Men Studios for the BBC.
Cast Includes: Paapa Essiedu, Siobhán Cullen, Jack Bannon, Charlotte Riley, and Arabella Smith-James.Actor Arabella Smith-James, who was shortlisted for the Luke Westlake Scholarship, has been cast in Babies, a new six-part drama written and directed by BAFTA Award-winner Stefan Golaszewski (Mum, Marriage) for BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
The series features an acclaimed cast led by Paapa Essiedu (Black Mirror, The Capture) and Siobhán Cullen (Bodkin, Obituary), alongside Jack Bannon (Pennyworth) and Charlotte Riley (The Peripheral, Press). Produced by Snowed-In Productions and The Money Men Studios, Babies is set to be one of the BBC’s most anticipated dramas of 2025.
About Babies
Babies is a tender and heartfelt drama exploring the delicate tightrope of love and loss in a young couple’s journey to become parents.
The story follows Lisa (Cullen) and Stephen (Essiedu) as they navigate the painful struggle of pregnancy loss while trying to stay connected. Despite grief and loneliness, they find hope, humour, and resilience, discovering a renewed strength in their relationship.
With Arabella Smith-James joining the ensemble, the series promises both emotional intensity and moving performances.
Arabella Smith-James’ Career and Scholarship Recognition
Arabella Smith-James was shortlisted for the Luke Westlake Scholarship, an award created to support working-class and low-income actors in training. The Scholarship has become one of the UK’s leading platforms for emerging talent, with alumni going on to secure significant stage and screen roles.
Her casting in Babies represents an exciting career milestone, placing her alongside some of Britain’s most acclaimed actors and creatives.
Creative Team
Writer & Director: Stefan Golaszewski (Mum, Marriage).
Producers: Snowed-In Productions and The Money Men Studios for the BBC.
Cast Includes: Paapa Essiedu, Siobhán Cullen, Jack Bannon, Charlotte Riley, and Arabella Smith-James.
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