The Assembly
A refreshingly authentic panel show filmed in 2024 and airing in 2025, featuring a diverse group of autistic, neurodivergent, and learning-disabled individuals interviewing celebrities in unscripted sessions. Celebrated for its inclusivity, it brings autistic voices into a mainstream primetime conversation.
BBC 1, 2025
Austin
This heartfelt comedy-drama stars neurodivergent actor Michael Theo as Austin, an autistic son reconnecting with his father (Ben Miller). It’s praised for portraying autism “honestly and authentically,” steering clear of stereotypes in favour of relatable family dynamics.
BBC One, April 2025
Inside Our Autistic Minds
A documentary series hosted by autistic presenter Chris Peckham, featuring short films by autistic individuals sharing personal experiences. It offers genuine insight into what it’s like to think and feel as an autistic person
BBC Two, 2023