Gavin and Stacey

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Season 1
Season #: 3, 2, 1
User Score
8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 24 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 24
  3. Negative: 2 out of 24
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  1. MollyS
    Mar 1, 2009
    4
    I don't understand what all the hype is about. I thought it was badly written. The characters are one-dimensional, not developing a lot during the series and Smithy is particularly revolting.
  2. JK
    Apr 9, 2009
    10
    This is such a great show. Brilliant acting, endearing characters. There is something in it for everyone. Superb cast. Must see!
  3. Bob
    Dec 23, 2008
    10
    I'll be tell'n you for why. It's a cracking good show. The best brit com in many years. You'll laugh till it hurts. Nessa and Uncle Bryn are wonderful. And, Joanna Page, who plays Stacey, is lush. Bravo. Can't wait for the Christmas special to air along with season III.
  4. martynj
    Dec 18, 2008
    10
    Its not about the crying with laughter omentts, although there are a few, its a genuine enjoyable series . helps if you know the culture behind it abit.
  5. drlowdon
    Sep 7, 2019
    9
    Gavin and Stacey have been talking on the phone between their offices in Essex and Barry Island and have finally agreed to meet. Within weeks the pair decides to get married but thanks to their families, and Gavin's best friend Smithy, things become a little more complicated.

    Gavin and Stacey made a household name of writer and actor James Corden and, love him or loathe him; it is hard    Gavin and Stacey have been talking on the phone between their offices in Essex and Barry Island and have finally agreed to meet. Within weeks the pair decides to get married but thanks to their families, and Gavin's best friend Smithy, things become a little more complicated.

    Gavin and Stacey made a household name of writer and actor James Corden and, love him or loathe him; it is hard to deny that this is a top notch sitcom (although there seem to be some reviewers on this website who have!). Brilliantly written and featuring a host of truly memorable comedy characters it was as funny as anything else on TV throughout its three year run.    … Expand
  6. joebobdoyle
    Oct 12, 2017
    0
    Gavin and Stacey is one of the best TV programmes I have ever seen. Its cast is one of the funniest I have ever seen. My favourite character is Smithy ‘James Corden’ because he is the funniest character in the TV program. I liked the whole of series 1 because it was the funniest series I have ever watched. The humour in series 1 was funny when Stacey told Jason wasn’t going to give herGavin and Stacey is one of the best TV programmes I have ever seen. Its cast is one of the funniest I have ever seen. My favourite character is Smithy ‘James Corden’ because he is the funniest character in the TV program. I liked the whole of series 1 because it was the funniest series I have ever watched. The humour in series 1 was funny when Stacey told Jason wasn’t going to give her away at her wedding but Uncle Bryn was. The funniest scene was when Gavin told everyone that he is moving to live with Stacey in the Christmas Special and everyone disapproved of it. I first watched at Christmas in 2010 with my cousins. It has great acting in all 3 series so far even the Christmas Special. I liked series 2 the least because it was probably the most boring series ever. This is probably my favourite TV program to watch because it is so funny and I like it that much. I don’t think anything could be improved about it. The program is set in two different places Essex in England and Barry Island in South Wales. The funniest series is probably series 3 when Smithy can’t get the inflatable ring from around his waist so Nessa uses her cigarette to put it down for him. It has a great storyline which is based in two different countries. I must say that Gavin and Stacey is the best TV program I have ever watched.… Expand
  7. Xbluannax
    Nov 20, 2021
    8
    Seen every single episode and got the boxset never a dull moment with Gavin and Stacey can’t wait for the next one.

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#10 Best TV Season of 2007
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#84 Most Discussed TV Season of 2007
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#63 Most Shared TV Season of 2007

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Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
  1. L.A. Weekly
    Reviewed by: Robert Abele
    80
    [A] richly observed, mirthful series.
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  2. Los Angeles Times
    Reviewed by: Mary McNamara
    80
    Gavin & Stacey is a gem of a show -- funny, touching and welcome proof that the romantic comedy can and will survive irony, Botox, Judd Apatow and all the vagaries of the modern age.
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  3. Newark Star-Ledger
    Reviewed by: Alan Sepinwall
    80
    Horne and Page have sweet chemistry, but what makes the show work is the cast of eccentrics that Corden and Jones have created around them.
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