Nicola Coughlan and Lydia West Shine at ‘Big Mood’ Season 2 Screening

Irish actress Nicola Coughlan and Lydia West captivated attendees at a screening for the upcoming second series of the Channel 4 comedy-drama, Big Mood. The event, held at the Balcony Bar in BFI Southbank, London, showcased the stars’ distinct styles as they prepare for the present’s return next month.

Style Statements on the Red Carpet

Coughlan, who plays Maggie in the series, donned a short, black leather utility dress paired with sheer black tights and matching mule heels. Her glance was completed with light makeup and loose, natural waves in her short blonde hair.

Lydia West, portraying Eddie, opted for a black blazer fastened with a silver clip, layered over a low-neck black shirt, and matching trousers with high heels. She styled her short dark hair straight with a flick at the ends and accessorized with large gold disc earrings.

New Faces Join the Cast

The screening also welcomed new cast members, including actress Hannah Onslow, who wore a maxi, burgundy dress with knee-high brown boots. RuPaul’s Drag Race UK winner Kyran Thrax made a statement in a ruffled black gown with a long train, a black choker, and dramatic makeup.

About Big Mood

Big Mood follows the decade-long friendship between Maggie (Nicola Coughlan) and Eddie (Lydia West) as they navigate the challenges of their thirties. The series, created and written by Camilla Whitehill and directed by Rebecca Asher, explores the complexities of friendship amidst perform, life, and mental health pressures. Maggie’s bipolar disorder is a central theme within the show. Channel 4 confirmed a second series in February 2025.

Season 2 Teaser

The second season will pick up one year after the events of the first, with Maggie and Eddie finding themselves as “sort of frenemies” competing for the attention of a potential new best friend. Stylist reports that Big Mood was Channel 4’s most-streamed new comedy launch since Derry Girls.