8legs: Tony schumacher

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TV tonight: Sheridan Smith and Michael Socha’s gritty casino drama

The Cage on BBC One stars Sheridan Smith and Michael Socha as workers who skim from a Liverpool casino
The Cage title nods to the cashier’s cage where money and chips are exchanged, signaling focus on economic pressure
The Guardian describes the lead as a stressed single mum trying to keep the family home
The drama marks Schumacher's shift from crime drama to a casino-centered story
The lineup includes multiple upcoming shows beyond The Cage, such as 'Secret Garden' and 'Cruising to the Ends of the Earth'
The Guardian notes a campy Irish murder-of-the-week in the evening mix
The piece highlights a collection of diverse programming, including 'Your Song' and 'Harry Wild' in the evening
The Guardian lists 7pm 'Secret Garden' and 8pm 'Cruising to the Ends of the Earth' among the lineup
The review emphasizes the show’s emotional tension and relatable characters

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