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

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

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Grandma's House: Series 1

Simon Amstell

Linda Bassett

Rebecca Front

Jamal Hadjkura

Geoffrey Hutchings

Samantha Spiro

James Smith

Ben Cavey

Christine Gernon

Dan Swimer

Grandma's House: Series 1: Episode 2: The Day Simon Decided It Might Be a Nice Idea to Surprise His Mother with a Gift

The Day Simon Decided It Might Be a Nice Idea to Surprise His Mother with a Gift

Episode 2

Episode 2: The Day Simon Decided It Might Be a Nice Idea to Surprise His Mother with a Gift

Series 1

BBC Two - Grandma's House, Series 1, The Day Simon Decided It Might Be a Nice Idea to Surprise His Mother with a Gift

Simon's mum refuses his extravagant gift. It's Liz's birthday, but nobody seems to care.

Sitcom. Simon's mum refuses his extravagant gift. It's Liz's birthday, but nobody seems to care.

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. 

Simon brings his mum Tanya an extravagant gift which she refuses to accept. He also tries to convince her that maybe she shouldn't marry Clive. It's Liz's birthday, but nobody seems to care, and Grandad has news from the doctor about his cancer scare. When Simon decides he might write a play for the theatre, the family aren't impressed.

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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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