The adaptation of Bernardine Evaristo's book Mr Loverman saw both its leading actor (Lennie James) and supporting actor (Ariyon Bakare) win acting prizes.
James described it as "the part of a lifetime" and pointed out that it was rare to have a drama about a "queer, black, old couple... I hope it sparks conversations in the wider community”.
Bakare gave one of the most emotional acceptance speeches of the night, and backstage explained why.
"I was homeless when I was 14. You don't ever think you'll do something like this. I'd go in and see half a play, I couldn't afford to see a whole show."
Both stars were planning to celebrate in style. James simply told journalists, "I'm going to get wrecked," while Bakare was planning to "dance around my Bafta like women dance round their handbags". Why not?