Rosie Jones' new series "Pushers" portrays the life of Emily, a disabled woman who turns to drug-dealing after losing her benefits, reflecting the struggles of disabled individuals today. Jones, who wrote the script and stars as Emily, shares how her character's Northern, working-class identity mirrors her experiences with societal stigmas. Through humor, Jones aims to engage audiences with the harsh realities surrounding disability and class, challenging existing narratives in sitcoms and bringing attention to the often-overlooked lives of disabled people in modern society.
Rosie Jones' new series "Pushers" aims to depict the struggles of being a disabled, working-class person in today's society, emphasizing the reality behind humor.
Jones emphasizes her character Emily's experience—struggling with invisibility and lack of opportunities—as reflective of many disabled individuals, highlighting urgent societal issues.
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