Netflix Orders 'Top Boy' Prequel 'Jonny Boy' Starring Barry Keoghan

Netflix has officially ordered a prequel series to the crime drama Top Boy, titled Jonny Boy. Barry Keoghan will reprise his role from the original show and serve as an executive producer.

26 Aug, 14:00 — 26 Aug, 14:33

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Netflix is reviving the 'Top Boy' franchise with a prequel, indicating a continued interest in the popular crime drama. The involvement of original creator Ronan Bennett and star Barry Keoghan suggests a commitment to maintaining the show's established tone and quality.

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varietyMostly Factual57m ago

‘Top Boy’ Prequel ‘Jonny Boy’ Starring Barry Keoghan Ordered at Netflix

Netflix has ordered a “Top Boy” prequel series starring Barry Keoghan, Variety has confirmed. The five-episode series is titled “Jonny Boy” and will follow the character Keoghan played in the fifth and final season of the hit drama series. Production is slated to begin in 2027. In the original show, Jonny is a powerful member […]

By Joseph Otterson

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hollywood-reporterMostly Factual1h ago

Barry Keoghan to Lead and Produce ‘Top Boy’ Prequel Series ‘Jonny Boy’ at Netflix (Exclusive)

Creator-writer of the original show Ronan Bennett is returning for 'Jonny Boy,' as is Canadian rapper Drake, who executive produced the British BAFTA-winning crime drama.

By Lily Ford

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deadlineMostly Factual1h ago

Barry Keoghan To Reprise ‘Top Boy’ Role For Netflix Series ‘Jonny Boy’

Barry Keoghan is back in the Top Boy world. The Saltburn star has agreed to reprise his role as Jonny McGee for a five-part Netflix prequel series, which will be written by Top Boy creator Ronan Bennett. McGee was an antagonist in Season 5 of Top Boy, a high-ranking member of the Irish mob who […]

By Jake Kanter

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Netflix Is Reviving Long-Dormant Crime Series 13-Years After Original Cancellation

Over a decade ago, the British series Top Boy debuted, but was cancelled in 2013. Now, Netflix will revive it in the form of a prequel show.

By Hannah Gearan

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hollywood-reporter26 Aug, 14:00First to report

Barry Keoghan to Lead and Produce ‘Top Boy’ Prequel Series ‘Jonny Boy’ at Netflix (Exclusive)

screen-rant26 Aug, 14:18

Netflix Is Reviving Long-Dormant Crime Series 13-Years After Original Cancellation

deadline26 Aug, 14:26

Barry Keoghan To Reprise ‘Top Boy’ Role For Netflix Series ‘Jonny Boy’

variety26 Aug, 14:33Latest update

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Netflix Orders 'Top Boy' Prequel 'Jonny Boy' Starring Barry Keoghan

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‘Top Boy’ Prequel ‘Jonny Boy’ Starring Barry Keoghan Ordered at Netflix

Barry Keoghan to Lead and Produce ‘Top Boy’ Prequel Series ‘Jonny Boy’ at Netflix (Exclusive)

Barry Keoghan To Reprise ‘Top Boy’ Role For Netflix Series ‘Jonny Boy’

Netflix Is Reviving Long-Dormant Crime Series 13-Years After Original Cancellation

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Barry Keoghan to Lead and Produce ‘Top Boy’ Prequel Series ‘Jonny Boy’ at Netflix (Exclusive)

Netflix Is Reviving Long-Dormant Crime Series 13-Years After Original Cancellation

Barry Keoghan To Reprise ‘Top Boy’ Role For Netflix Series ‘Jonny Boy’

‘Top Boy’ Prequel ‘Jonny Boy’ Starring Barry Keoghan Ordered at Netflix

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