Bloods

About Bloods

Bloods is a British TV series released in 2021 that mixes comedy, drama and human characters to depict the lives of two mismatched paramedics in the South London ambulance corps. Overlooked divorcee Wendy (Samson Kayo), a risk-averse paramedic, finds their life changed after meeting Maleek (Jane Horrocks), a potentially lethal partner who is all about bravery and speed.

Making / Production

The show, created by Nathan Bryon and Paul Doolan, was produced by Roughcut Television. The series was directed by Fred Burns and starred the talents of Samson Kayo, Jane Horrocks, and more. The series made its debut on Sky One and NOW TV in April 2021.

Actors

• Samson Kayo as Maleek: Known for his humor, he plays a fast, bold paramedic who can be overly courageous.
• Jane Horrocks as Wendy: Plays a skeptical divorcee who is not ready for layers of adventure that Maleek brings in.
• Lucy Punch as Jo: Playing the character of a paramedic, she portrays her role with an edgy and dry sense of humor.
• Julian Barratt as Lawrence: Plays the role of a cop, with strong comedic stewings that sprinkle humor throughout the series.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The series was shot entirely in London, mostly within the bounds of South London.
• Samson Kayo, who plays Maleek, is also one of the creators of the show.
• The show makes frequent references to other British TV shows, making it a treat for British TV aficionados.

Quotes

• "I don't like people. I like peace and quiet!" - Wendy
• "If you can't laugh, what can you do?" - Maleek
• "Don't get too excited. It's not Knighthood." - Lawrence

Music, Soundtrack

• While the series doesn't have a noted original soundtrack, it boasts a lively musical score that infuses the dramatic scenes with a sense of urgency, fitting for its paramedic depiction.
• The theme song helps set the tone of the show with its catchy rhythm and inspiring lyrics.