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60-episode vertical drama for TikTok (Hansh / S4C)
S4C has commissioned a new vertical drama for Hansh’s TikTok, with the love story to be told over 60 episodes.
Principal photography on Signal, which follows the blossoming relationship between a boy from Cardiff and a girl from rural Wales, begins at the Royal Welsh Showground in Builth Wells before going to the National Eisteddfod, Bangor and Cardiff.
The new commission, produced by Mojo Productions, comes after the success of S4C’s first vertical drama, Yr Alwad (Mojo Productions), with nominations at the National Film Awards in the Best Vertical Series category and in the Broadcast Digital Awards in the Best Short-Form Scripted category.
Vertical dramas are comprised of a series of short and snappy episodes which last mere minutes, filmed specifically to fit a phone screen and be published on social media platforms.
S4C is determined that the bold commission is also a vehicle to developing new talent. The series will have four new writers, namely Brynach Higginson, Mari Izzard and Rhiannon Williams, and writer and director of Yr Alwad, Alexander Williams, with Gwenno Hughes (Hafiach, Fflam) leading the team.
After an open casting call, the series will give a number of new faces the chance to star on-screen, with Gwenan Lloyd, Gabriel Owen and Joshua Romain playing Elliw, Alffi and Tom, respectively.
Siriol Ousey (Hafiach) will appear as Angie and Lili Mai Davies (Y Coridor, Bregus) will play Catrin.
Guto Rhun, S4C’s Young Audiences Commissioner:
“As viewing habits continue to evolve, we have to be bold, especially in creating content for younger audiences.
“I am delighted to see S4C working with the production companies to experiment on exciting content which entertains our audiences and meets them where they watch.”
Llion Iwan, S4C’s Chief Content Officer:
“Vertical dramas are a popular international format which reflect S4C’s vision of transforming to a digital-first broadcaster.
“We are very proud at S4C of Yr Alwad’s success and are looking forward to watching content that builds on that success. Bold content that travels is key to expanding our viewing.”
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Mojo Productions develops drama about missed opportunities to stop Neil Foden for S4C
S4C has commissioned Mojo Productions to produce a three-part drama which will examine the failures and missed-opportunities to stop the former head teacher and paedophile, Neil Foden.
The former head teacher at Friars School in Bangor, Neil Foden was arrested in 2023. He was sentenced to 17 years in jail after being convicted of sexually abusing four girls between 2019 and 2023. In 2025 an independent review concluded that over 50 opportunities were missed to stop the head teacher from sexually abusing girls.
The drama is based on evidence and notes from the trial which took place at Mold Crown Court, and an independent report on the case, written by expert Jan Pickles. The series will recount the events from the point of view of two young girls who are survivors of the abuse. These characters, and many of the scenes, will be fictionalised to protect the identity of the survivors.
Mark Lewis Jones (Y Golau: Dŵr, Y Sŵn, The Crown, Dal y Mellt) will portray Neil Foden.
The drama will examine how Foden took advantage of the girls’ personal situations, the failures of safeguarding procedures, and the opportunities missed to prevent further crimes taking place.
During the research and writing phase, the author and production company worked with a journalist, who is a contact point between them and those involved and affected by the events.
During the development phase, and as a matter of courtesy, the production company has also been in contact with North Wales Police. The police have ensured that all survivors involved in the court case are aware of the project, and th the production company has offered them access to professional support.
MOJO Productions have been developing the series with S4C for the last 18 months. It’s written by Llinos Gerallt (Yr Amgueddfa, Rownd a Rownd, Pobol y Cwm), produced by Llyr Morus and directed by Huw Chiswell.
The series is currently in production and will broadcast on S4C in 2028.
Y Streic Fawr
Y Streic Fawr (The Long Strike), a three-part drama by Mojo Productions, will follow the story of one of the longest industrial disputes in British history.
30 April 2026 marks 25 years since 86 workers at the car parts factory began a long-running strike, following changes to their salary and working conditions. The protest lasted for almost three years. Although the workers won their tribunal, the company – which was found guilty of breaking the law – received no punishment from the British Government.
Based on the real-life experiences of the workers and their families, the drama draws extensively on their experiences to tell the story of the heroism of ordinary Caernarfon people and a turbulent period in the history of North West Wales. The series will offer a fresh perspective by examining the impact the strike had on families, friends and the community, following the personal stories of the characters beyond the picket line.
The main cast includes Rhodri Trefor (Gwlad yr Astra Gwyn; White Gold; The Indian Doctor) as Tomi Jones, who began as a shop steward before becoming a full-time officer for the Transport and General Workers’ Union in North Wales. Gruffudd Glyn (Steeltown Murders; The Martian) plays Gerald Parry, a leading speaker at rallies associated with the strike, while Rhys ap Trefor (Pobol y Cwm; Dal y Mellt; Torchwood) portrays John Davis, who was chosen to represent the 86 workers in court.
Other members of the cast include Carwyn Jones, Sion Eifion, Emyr Gibson, Catrin Powell, Manon Wilkinson and Betsan Ceiriog.
The series is produced by Llyr Morus, written by Ffion Dafis and directed by Huw Chiswell. Filming has started in the Caernarfon area and the series is due to be broadcast on S4C later this year.
Llyr Morus, Producer of Y Streic Fawr says:
“As someone who was brought up in Caernarfon, who remembers sounding the horn when passing the workers on the picket line and going to the rallies on Y Maes, being able to tell this story – and the fact that the former employees have trusted Mojo Productions to do so – is a privilege.
“The sacrifice made by the 86 men and women twenty-five years ago was enormous. That sacrifice led to change securing better working conditions for future workers, so they deserve our deepest thanks. Marking this history is important in order to educate future generations – ‘Us today, you tomorrow.’
“To this day, the impact of the strike can still be seen in Caernarfon, with friendships, families and communities torn apart. It is important that this story is told honestly, with balance, humour, wit and passion of the people of Caernarfon.”
Gwenllian Gravelle, S4C’s Drama Commissioner, said:
“Y Streic Fawr powerfully brings to life the story of one of the most bitter industrial disputes in modern Welsh history; a story that still burns because of the deep injustice at its core.
“This production does more than simply look back - it challenges, it demands attention. With gripping, high-tension drama, it shines a light on the truth, ensuring it doesn’t fade away or disappear.”
Yr Alwad
An exciting and contemporary drama project for the 16-24 S4C ‘Hansh’ audience.
Over the course of 7 phone calls between Dylan and his mother, Emma, the calls will take the audience on a journey through Dylan’s night out with a group of friends in Cardiff to the nightmare of his situation as he’s followed and tormented by a gang of bullies. His mother can do nothing but listen, worry and break her heart at home in the Valleys as her son is badly beaten.
There will be 7 x 2’ version for Hansh (TikTok / YouTube) and a short film 1 x 15’ for S4C linear and film festivals. This is the first ‘Microdrama’ / ‘Verticaldrama’ in the Welsh language.
