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Sitcom about a former presenter searching for something more meaningful to do in life.

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Grandma's House: Series 1: Episode 1: The Day Simon Told His Family About His Important Decision

The Day Simon Told His Family About His Important Decision

Episode 1

Episode 1: The Day Simon Told His Family About His Important Decision

Series 1

BBC Two - Grandma's House, Series 1, The Day Simon Told His Family About His Important Decision

When Simon tells his mum that he's quitting the show he presents, she is less than happy.

Sitcom. When Simon tells his mum Tanya that he's quitting the entertainment show he presents, she is less than happy.

Sitcom written by Simon Amstell and long term collaborator Dan Swimer. The series stars Simon Amstell playing a version of himself - a television presenter searching for something more meaningful to do with his life. Each episode takes place at his Grandma's house, where Grandma welcomes her family, desperate to see everyone happy. 

When Simon tells his mum Tanya that he's quitting the entertainment show he presents, she is less than happy. While Simon struggles to make his mum realise that her new boyfriend Clive might not be the right man for her, Grandpa has discovered something that will leave Grandma in a panic. Meanwhile, Auntie Liz is struggling with her son Adam, who appears to be starting a teenage rebellion.

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Sitcom about a TV presenter searching for something more meaningful to do with his life

Sitcom starring Simon Amstell as a television presenter searching for something more meaningful to do with his life

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