A group of working-class friends finding unconventional ways to win at life in suburban northern England. These lads have dealt, scammed, bribed and conned their way through adolescence, but now, their dealing and stealing is catching up with them and a whole load of trouble is heading their way.

Under pressure, fraying at the edges. In relentless night-time Liverpool, copper Chris is paired with a rookie. Will they save or destroy each other?

We all navigate in multiple social circles - friendships, family, work - and often these groups do not mix. Patterns takes this concept and creates a universe of characters and narratives who move between these circles and finds the comedy within. The series touches on a range of topical issues including, LGBTQ matters; family problems; conspiracy theories; and reality television.

Frantic Assembly's famous take on Othello revived in 2023, featuring Michael Akinsulire in the title role.