A new Hope: Paul Marquess reflects on creating Hope Street film spin-off One of Our Own

A new Hope: Paul Marquess reflects on creating Hope Street film spin-off One of Our Own


By Michael Pickard
September 29, 2026

The Writers Room

After five seasons of bringing warmth and humour to the police drama genre, Hope Street is heading to the big screen. Creator Paul Marquess tells DQ how a casual conversation became One of Our Own – a feature-length sequel tackling prejudice while preserving the Northern Ireland-set show’s gentle spirit.

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