9.060 minSeason 1 • Episode 3
LatestThe success of her first single, 'Anyone Who Had a Heart' is soon followed by a second single, 'You're My World' which goes to number one. However she fails to break America, and her relationship with Bobby is beginning to have an affect on her success.
Three-part biopic of the Liverpudlian songbird who would later find fame and fortune. It tells of her rocky road to fame and captures the essence of 1960s Liverpool.
Acting
Sheridan Smith's vocal performance—she sings every note herself.
Production
Recreated Cavern Club, down to the sweat and sausage rolls.
Costume
The hair alone deserves its own BAFTA.
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Sheridan Smith spent months training her voice to match Cilla's distinctive nasal tone and Liverpudlian vowels.
The real Cilla Black was still alive during filming and reportedly gave notes on Sheridan Smith's performance—blessing or curse?
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