National Theatre Live: The Fifth Step poster

National Theatre Live: The Fifth Step(2025)

  • Drama
  • Comedy

Overview

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.

Status:In Production
Release Date:Nov 28, 2025
Runtime: 1h 45m

Director:

Finn den Hertog

Writer:

David Ireland

Top Cast

Jack Lowden

Jack Lowden

Luka

Martin Freeman

Martin Freeman

James

Official Videos

The Fifth Step | Official Trailer | National Theatre Live

The Fifth Step | Official Trailer | National Theatre Live

The Fifth Step | Trailer

The Fifth Step | Trailer

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