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Gavin and Stacey: Season 1
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79 out of 100

Generally favorable reviews - based on 7 Critics What's this?

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9.0 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 9 Ratings

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  • Starring: Larry Lamb, Mathew Horne, James Corden
  • Summary: The award-winning comedy about the romance between a Welsh woman and an Essex man who meet online is one of many British programs set to be remade for American television.
  • Genre(s): Comedy, Drama

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
  1. Entertainment Weekly
    Reviewed by: Josh Wolk
    83
    The reliably hilarious supporting cast of family members and friends--quirky without being cartoonish--makes a creaky zit subplot forgivable.
  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.
  3. L.A. Weekly
    Reviewed by: Robert Abele
    80
    [A] richly observed, mirthful series.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 4
  3. Negative: 0 out of 4
  1. JK
    10
    This is such a great show. Brilliant acting, endearing characters. There is something in it for everyone. Superb cast. Must see!
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  2. Bob
    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.… Expand
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  3. MollyS
    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.… Expand
    • 0 of 0 users said yes

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