There are other, more lewd and almost equally funny, moments in the show. Some of them certainly may make it uncomfortable for teens to watch with their parents (or vice versa), but they are undeniably funny.
In fact, there is much in the first two episodes to find amusing, from Gavin and Stacey themselves, to their friends, family, and the situation they find themselves in. Though they may just be "regular" people, everyone's actions in trying to help the relationship keep going are just over-the-top enough to be funny without ever losing plausibility (usually).
As with so many comedies these days, Gavin & Stacey doesn't just attempt to be humorous, it has a serious core around which the comedy is built. Forming long distance relationships over the internet or phone are relatively commonplace today, and to have a show explore the difficulties with such relationships certainly makes for a different sort of comedy.
BBC America will be airing the two UK seasons of the show together as one single season of 13 episodes. Gavin & Stacey begins Tuesday, August 26 at 8:40pm and is well worth a look.
Article comments
1 - Veronica from Philly
I love, love, love this show. I laugh out loud through the whole episode and it has been added to my DVR for a series recording. I only hope that NBC does it justice when they showcase their version in the states. I wish there was a season 3, but the writers don't have time to write it. And I hope BBC America will show the Christmas special that is planned.
And I am in love with each and every cast member--they are just all so excellent.
If you are not watching this show yet you best get on board!
2 - Dr Dreadful
Enjoy it while you can. NBC has picked up the rights and is about to ruin it with an American version.
It's hard to know what makes Gavin & Stacey so delightful. It's not dark, it's not gritty, it's not edgy and it's only ever so slightly smutty.
I suppose it's because it's just realistic. Everyone who's ever got married and brought two disparate sets of families and friends together will be able to identify with these characters, all of whom manage to be immensely likeable without being sappy or dysfunctional.
The BBC has commissioned a third series, but the filming is up in the air at the moment due to the prior commitments of the writers and some of the principal cast members. Let's hope it's soon and meanwhile, let's enjoy the remainder of what we already have!