Barry Keoghan Is Returning to the 'Top Boy' Universe for a Brand-New Prequel

Netflix isn't done with *Top Boy* just yet. The streaming giant announced a massive expansion of the beloved British crime drama, revealing that two new spin-off series are officially in active development. Best of all for fans, Oscar nominee Barry Keoghan is returning to headline his own prequel project. The news dropped during Netflix’s UK showcase at the Edinburgh TV Festival. Viewers who thought the story ended with the emotional fifth season in 2023 can now look forward to diving right back into the gritty universe, which will center on two of its most compelling figures. ## Is Barry Keoghan in the new Top Boy spin-off? Keoghan is set to star in *Jonny Boy*, a five-episode prequel series focusing entirely on his terrifying character, Jonny McGee. Introduced during the show’s final season as an unhinged Irish mobster alongside his uncle Tadgh (played by Brian Gleeson), Jonny quickly became one of the most ruthless antagonists in Summerhouse history after clashing with Sully (Kane 'Kano' Robinson). Original franchise creator Ronan Bennett is on board to write *Jonny Boy*, ensuring the sharp, tense storytelling remains intact. Acclaimed director Ali Abbasi, known for his work on *Holy Spider* and *Border*, has been tapped to helm the five-part miniseries, which will explore how Jonny rose through the ranks of the Irish underworld before taking over the London drug trade. ## What is the Jasmine Jobson Top Boy spin-off about? The second project, currently operating under the working title *Jaq*, centers on standout actor Jasmine Jobson. She will reprise her acclaimed role as Jacqueline ‘Jaq’ Lawrence across six brand-new episodes. While plot specifics are still being kept under wraps, the upcoming series will follow Jaq as she attempts to carve out a new life away from the dangerous streets of Summerhouse. Her original arc ended on a dramatically charged note, leaving audiences eager to see where her survival instincts take her next. With two separate series now officially greenlit, Netflix is proving that the world of *Top Boy* remains one of its flagship British exports. Production dates and release windows for both spin-offs are expected to be announced in the coming months.