It began filming in east London last summer just before riots broke out in Britain’s cities.

A four-part BBC1 drama with something important to say about misconceptions, stereotypes, jumping to conclusions, gang culture, the consequences of our actions and the way we live today.

Screened this week, One Night was acclaimed by many who saw it as one of the best television dramas of 2012 to date, set to live long in the memory.

Including a stunning performance by young actor Billy Matthews as 13-year-old birthday boy Alfie – his first ever TV role.

So why did the schedulers relegate the haunting drama series from 9pm primetime to a 10:35pm graveyard slot?