Aidan Gillen Reflects on British Drama and TV Saturation
Originally published Jun 20, 2026
By Postcardjunky · Variety
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Key points
- Aidan Gillen praised the golden age of British drama during the Transilvania Intl. Film Festival.
- He described the era as 'f---ing brilliant' and highlighted its storytelling quality.
- Gillen expressed concerns about the current saturation of TV content, calling it 'too much' for viewers.
- He suggested that the abundance of content is leading to shows being designed to stand out rather than focus on quality.
Aidan Gillen, known for his roles in 'Game of Thrones' and 'Peaky Blinders,' expressed his admiration for the golden age of British drama during a recent appearance at the Transilvania Intl. Film Festival. He praised the quality of the era's storytelling, calling it 'f---ing brilliant.' However, Gillen also voiced concerns about the current state of television, suggesting that the sheer volume of content available is overwhelming for viewers. He noted that modern TV shows are often designed with the intent to stand out in a crowded market, which may affect their overall quality and focus.
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