As a long-time fan of British sitcoms, I must say that watching “Gavin & Stacey: The Finale” was nothing short of a delightful journey down memory lane. Having grown up with the show since its debut in 2007, I have witnessed the evolution of the characters and their lives over the years. To see the show break viewing records and become the U.K.’s most-watched scripted show across all broadcasters and streamers since 2002 is truly a testament to its enduring appeal.

The finale, which reached an impressive 19.3 million viewers, was a heartfelt and poignant conclusion to the beloved series. I found myself laughing, crying, and reminiscing about past episodes as I watched the story unfold. The chemistry between the characters, the clever writing, and the authentic portrayal of everyday life in Wales made “Gavin & Stacey” a show that resonated with millions.

It’s not every day that you witness a homegrown success story like this one. As a viewer, I feel privileged to have been along for the ride as Ruth Jones and James Corden brought these characters to life. The finale was a comedy masterpiece, and it’s no surprise that it has made us laugh and cry together in a way that only “Gavin & Stacey” can.

In closing, I must say that “Gavin & Stacey: The Finale” was the cherry on top of an already fantastic Christmas Day. And to think, I almost missed it because I was out looking for mince pies!

Since its broadcast on Christmas Day, ‘The Finale’ of ‘Gavin & Stacey’ has set new viewing records across the United Kingdom.

Based on BBC reports, the last episode of the popular British sitcom created by Ruth Jones and James Corden has become the U.K.’s most-watched scripted program since 2002 across all TV networks and streaming platforms. The latest figures show that it has already garnered a staggering 19.3 million viewers, surpassing its previous record from the 2019 “Gavin & Stacey” Christmas special, which attracted 18.5 million in 28 days.

On Christmas Day, “Gavin & Stacey: The Finale” was watched by 12.3 million viewers, marking the largest overnight viewership for the day since 2008. Since then, it has accumulated an additional 6 million views, indicating that it is set to surpass a total of 20 million views when the 28-day figures are released. Among these 19.3 million viewers, 4.2 million were aged between 16 and 34, making it the highest young audience for a scripted show since 2002.

Jones and Corden expressed their delight at the incredible audience reception to our show, along with the extraordinary viewership numbers,” said they. “The success of ‘Gavin & Stacey’ is truly a testament to its fans, and we are overjoyed that so many people found joy in watching it this holiday season. A heartfelt thank you goes out to Charlotte Moore and the BBC for supporting us throughout these past 17 years.”

“Jones and Corden were ecstatic about the tremendous response from audiences and the astounding number of viewers who tuned in to our show,” they said. “We’re grateful that ‘Gavin & Stacey’ has resonated with so many people this Christmas, and we owe a big thank you to Charlotte Moore and the BBC for standing by us during the past 17 years.

Speaking about it, Charlotte Moore, the BBC’s head of content, stated: “The figures are simply astounding, unheard-of even! This is the series that everyone in the country has been discussing for the past week, so it’s no wonder it not only broke its own record but now stands as the UK’s largest scripted show. The brainchild of Ruth Jones and James Corden is a genuine homegrown triumph, and their finale is a comedy masterpiece that made us laugh and cry together in a way only Gavin & Stacey can.

The final episode of ‘Gavin & Stacey’ was crafted, scripted, and overseen by Jones and Corden. It was produced by Tidy and Fulwell73, airing on both BBC iPlayer and BBC One.

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2025-01-03 18:16