*LONDON – The Night Of* star Riz Ahmed will be starring in BBC’s new dramaseries *Englistan*.

The nine-part series, created by Ahmed, follows the story of threegenerations of a British Pakistani family, the Latifs, as they pursue theirdreams over four tumultuous decades, navigating shifting circumstances andevolving loyalties.

It will re-frame recent British history, and “shine a light on the forcesthat have made our society what it is today”, read a BBC statement.

The series will be produced by BBC Studios Drama London and Ahmed’s LeftHanded Films.

The *Star Wars: A Rogue One* actor will also serve as executive produceralongside Esther Springer, Hilary Salmon and Lucy Richer.

“I’m excited to be working with (BBC Studios executive producer) EstherSpringer and all the team at BBC Studios.

“*Englistan* is an untold British story with universal themes andresonance. It’s the story I always wanted to tell, and it’s a privilege tohave the opportunity to do so,” the 35-year-old actor said.