Jimmy McGovern

Jimmy McGovern
Born
James Stanley McGovern

(1949-09-19) 19 September 1949
Liverpool, England
Occupations
  • Screenwriter
  • producer
Years active1982–present

James Stanley McGovern (born 19 September 1949) is an English screenwriter and producer. He is best known for creating the drama series Cracker (1993–1995), for which he received two Edgar Awards from the Mystery Writers of America. He also received recognition for creating drama series such as Hillsborough, The Lakes, The Street, and Accused, among others. On 8 December 2021, McGovern was awarded the Freedom of The City of Liverpool in recognition of his life's work.

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