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Bloods is a brand new British comedy-drama series that premiered on Sky Go in March 2021. The show follows the personal and professional lives of two paramedics, Maleek and Wendy, working in London's ambulance service. The series stars Samson Kayo and Jane Horrocks, who play Maleek and Wendy respectively. Maleek is a hardworking, responsible paramedic who takes his job very seriously, often at the expense of his personal life. On the other hand, Wendy is a carefree, unorthodox, and somewhat chaotic paramedic who often clashes with Maleek due to their different work ethics.

Bloods depicts various emergency services situations and the characters' struggles with their personal lives, highlighting the challenges of working in a high-pressure environment. Wendy has a teenage son whom she struggles to connect with, while Maleek is going through a divorce with his wife, and his relationship with his daughter is strained.

Throughout the series, we see the pair attend different emergency calls and witness their different yet complementary approaches to work. Additionally, they often find themselves challenged by their colleagues, bosses, or disrupted by unexpected events that they never thought they would encounter while doing their jobs.

Other recurring characters on the show include Donna, the ambulance dispatch officer who has her own personal struggles and is often being a mediator between Maleek and Wendy at work, the protective team leader, Julian, and a handful of other paramedics who are either helpful or troublemakers.

The show's plotline is full of humor, with each episode featuring a different emergency call that Maleek and Wendy must attend. From a pregnant woman who has gone into labor in a fast-food restaurant to a man whose pet ferret is stuck on his head, Bloods takes a light-hearted approach to the serious world of emergency services.

Due to the frequent clashes and personal drama that Maleek and Wendy face, they both learn from each other, and over time an odd-couple friendship develops. Bloods is a show that takes a heartwarming look at the importance of friendship and teamwork, self-discovery, and coming to terms with yourself.

The series also touch on important issues that are prevalent in society today, from Mental health, racism and diversity, and job-related stress. This bold and refreshing take is welcome as it highlights one aspect of emergency services that are often overlooked, yet are just as important as other aspects of healthcare.

Overall, Bloods is an enjoyable series that blends both humor and drama perfectly while still remaining grounded and true to life. The show's charm lies in its unexpected and relatable personalities, and viewers can't help but be drawn to Maleek and Wendy's unique yet complementary partnership. Bloods is a perfect escape if you're in need of a few laughs at the end of a long day.

Bloods is a series that ran for 2 seasons (16 episodes) between May 5, 2021 and on Sky Go