Succession star Brian Cox reflects on the poverty of his childhood, and how growing up with nothing continues to affect him to this day. Stream How The Other Half Live with Brian Cox now on My5. | Channel 5

How realistic is the American Dream? Brian Cox discovers how the richest 1% are consistently getting richer, whilst the average American income has barely changed. 📺 How The Other Half Live with Brian Cox | Channel 5

Brian Cox: How the Other Half Live, starts Thursday 17th November 9pm 📺 From growing up in poverty to becoming a highly paid Hollywood actor, playing a rich and bloodthirsty capitalist in Succession. Brian Cox explores our complicated relationship with money and wealth. | Channel 5

In this powerful and moving documentary, actor Brian Cox returns to his home city Dundee to examine the wealth divide. He investigates how the cost of living crisis has left many families unable to afford basic necessities. Watch How The Other Half Live With Brian Cox, Thursday at 9pm 📺 | Channel 5