How to watch Crongton in the US

BBC’s new series Crongton is a teen drama that captures the highs and lows of growing up on a vibrant inner-city estate through the eyes of a diverse group of friends.

Crongton (2025) TV Series Synopsis

Crongton is a ten-part young adult drama based on Alex Wheatle’s acclaimed novels. Set on the vibrant and chaotic Crongton estate, the series follows Lemar ‘Liccle Bit’ Jackson and his diverse group of friends as they navigate the challenges of growing up. Through humour and heartbreak, joy and jeopardy, Crongton tells powerful stories of identity, community, peer pressure, and family, all wrapped in a colourful world that feels both uniquely local and universally relatable.

When Does Crongton Season 1 Premiere?

Crongton Season 1 premieres on Monday, 24 March 2025, with the first three episodes releasing on that date. Episodes 4–10 follow daily until Friday, 28 March 2025.

Can you watch Crongton season 1 in the US?

You can watch the Crongton series in the US for free on BBC iPlayer by using a reliable VPN to bypass geo-restrictions. Simply connect to a UK server, sign in with a free BBC account, and stream the full season with a valid UK TV licence.

Crongton Season 1 Episodes

Here are the full episodes:

1. Skin Fade – Premieres on 24 March 2025 – 25m
   Folly Rankin’s deletion creates a power vacuum in South Crongton, setting off a chain of events among the teens.
2. Just Dance – Premieres on 24 March 2025 – 26m
   On the anniversary of Collette’s death, Venetia rebels against expectations and plans a day of fun—but it doesn’t go to plan.
3. What’s in the Box? – Premieres on 24 March 2025 – 22m
   Liccle Bit is excited for sports day but keeping Mo’s return a secret is tougher than he thought.
4. Herb Hostilities – Premieres on 25 March 2025 – 24m
   The crew heads to North Crongton in search of a vital ingredient as Liccle Bit falls deeper into Manjaro’s world.
5. Gertrude – Premieres on 26 March 2025 – 26m
   Liccle Bit hides a package for Manjaro but the weight of secrecy grows heavy.
6. Blood, Sweat and Baklawa – Premieres on 26 March 2025 – 24m
   Saira faces body changes, and Liccle Bit struggles as Manjaro ups the pressure.
7. A Monster Calls – Premieres on 27 March 2025 – 23m
   Haunted by a text from Manjaro, Liccle Bit imagines his maths teacher turning into a monster. Venetia calls for help.
8. Fallout – Premieres on 27 March 2025 – 25m
   With friendships fractured and family trust broken, Liccle Bit is isolated.
9. Darkness Swallows – Premieres on 28 March 2025 – 22m
   Mo shares why she fled and why Manjaro’s after her. A flashback reveals a painful past.
10. Chickens Come Home to Roost – Premieres on 28 March 2025 – 23m (Finale)
    As the group reunites to help Liccle Bit, Mo and Manjaro finally collide in a high-stakes confrontation.

Crongton (2025) Cast

• Samson Agboola as Lemar ‘Liccle Bit’ Jackson
• Nielle Springer as Venetia King
• Noah Cox as Mckay Tambo
• Seyi Andes-Pelumi as Jonah ‘Rapid’ Hani
• Safia Hamad as Saira Alzuhur
• Sophie Spatariu as Juniper Petrescu
• Savannah Steyn as Mo
• Bunmi Osadolor as Manjaro
• Seraphina Beh as Elaine
• Bobby North as Boy from the Hills
• Supporting cast: Kelle Bryan, Sutara Gayle, Toussaint Meghie, Eddie Kadi, Michelle de Swarte, Munya Chawawa

Crongton FAQs

What is Crongton based on?
Crongton is adapted from Alex Wheatle’s bestselling books, including Liccle Bit and Crongton Knights. The novels reflect inner-city life, inspired by Wheatle’s own youth work and upbringing.

How many episodes are there in Crongton Season 1?
There are 10 episodes, each running between 22 and 26 minutes.

Will there be a Crongton Season 2?
As of now, the BBC has not officially confirmed a second season. Given the critical interest and rich source material, it remains a strong possibility.

Who created Crongton for TV?
Crongton was adapted by Archie Maddocks, a writer and comedian, with stories closely inspired by Alex Wheatle’s novels.

Crongton Trailer – 2025

You can watch the trailer for the new BBC series Crongton here.

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