Mix Tape

My Review - Mixtape Streaming on Foxtel My Rating 8:10

This entertaining and romantic 4 part series set in 1989 Sheffield and Sydney is a production partnership between Ireland and Australia starring Jim Sturgess and Teresa Palmer .

It's a charming old fashioned sliding doors romance where two young lovers through traumatic events separate or escape to different continents and marry different partners .

Young Daniel played by Rory Walton-Smith and young Alison played by Florence Hunt meet in 1989 Sheffield and fall in love as teenagers before life takes them in different directions.

Daniel is left wondering why Alison just packs up and leaves Sheffield without any explanation at all Years later he discovers Alison is a very successful author living in Sydney now married to a doctor with a teenage daughter of her own.

Daniel reconnects with Alison through social media and both begin to wonder if they were meant to be with each other rather than remain in problematical marriages.

They both share the musical memories which were the soundtrack of their romance .

I thoroughly enjoyed Mixtape it's romantic touching and it's really nice to watch a four part series that's not violent or over sexualised with really likeable characters.

Top marks to Director Lucy Gaffy and Jo Spain the screenplay writer they have created a relatable and charming contemporary love story .

I've given it a 10 because not much makes me cry, but this did. The story is close to my own and hit some raw nerves. But even if it wasn't that way I think it was superb. True the adult characters are not quite old enough but relax into it, enjoy a great story and absorb the amazing music. The intertwining of 1988 and present day is seamlessly done. A superb production, will there be a season 2? Probably doesn't need one.

We knew nothing about this going in, other than 'you never forget the boy who makes you your first mixtape'. Enjoyed the short series so much, perfect weekend watch. The songs are perhaps more suited to UK watchers, but they were well chosen and took us back. Great casting! The young actors had us believing they were smitten, and the chemistry carried across to the adult counterparts. Only one actor seemed like he was acting, otherwise the characters were believable and a little relatable. Gen X watchers should enjoy this.

Not sure why there are a smattering of low ratings, but most romances have them, not sure if someone is making them watch against their will, but if you've watched the ad, you should know what you're in for, and it's some high quality, well scripted, well acted entertainment. It's not going to change your life, but it will make you smile and hum along, and entertain you for four hours. Might even watch again!

Mixtape (2025) completely won me over. It's one of those shows that sneaks up on you and stays with you long after the credits roll. The characters feel real, the music is incredible, and every episode made me feel something. It captures growing up, falling in love, and figuring out who you are in such a relatable way. I laughed, cried, and kept hitting "next episode" without thinking twice. It's warm, nostalgic, and full of heart. Honestly, it's one of my favourite shows this year and I'd recommend it to anyone who loves stories that feel personal and true.

What makes it even more special is how effortlessly it blends everyday life with a sense of magic and meaning. The friendships, the awkward moments, the big emotions - it all feels genuine. It reminded me of being a teenager again, and how powerful music can be during those years.

Just wanted to review this amazing new drama series. I have had to binge watch it because I couldnt stop watching it.

This is one of the best series I've watched in a while. It got me hooked and my husband has loved it too.

Throughout it, I've felt quite emotional, it's just so good and so well produced and directed and well acted. The 4 main actors are really good.

Living near to Sheffield, it brings the city in the late 80s back to life .

Fantastic amazing tearjerking series.

LOVE IT LOVE IT !!!!

Its got a great soundtrack too.

I really cant recommend it enough. Just wanted to give it as many stars as I could.