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Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Nessa (Ruth Jones), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Stacey (Joanna Page), Smithy (James Corden). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions
Gavin & Stacey

Gavin & Stacey

  • TV sitcom
  • BBC One / BBC Three
  • 2007 - 2019
  • 21 episodes (3 series)

A critic-pleasing, gentle and warm comedy about the romance between an Essex lad and Welsh girl. Stars Mathew Horne, Joanna Page, Ruth Jones, James Corden, Alison Steadman and more.

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Series 3, Episode 1

Gavin starts his new job in Cardiff, Stacey is thrilled to be back in Barry, Smithy is still in Essex, and Nessa is adjusting to life in Dave's caravan in Sully. The weekend brings with it a big reunion, as everyone meets up for the christening of baby Neil.

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Further details

Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Nessa (Ruth Jones), Smithy (James Corden). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin starts his new job in Cardiff, while Stacey is thrilled to be back at home in Barry once again. Smithy, meanwhile, comes to terms with life in Essex without his best mate and Nessa is adjusting to life in Dave's caravan in Sully.

The weekend brings with it a big reunion, as everyone meets up for the christening of baby Neil. But how will Smithy react to news from Nessa that it's a double celebration? And what will Gavin's answer be to Stacey's request?

Broadcast details

Date
Thursday 26th November 2009
Time
9pm
Channel
BBC One
Length
30 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
Mathew Horne Gavin
Joanna Page Stacey
Ruth Jones Nessa
James Corden Smithy
Alison Steadman Pam
Larry Lamb Mick
Melanie Walters Gwen
Rob Brydon Bryn
Margaret John Doris
Steffan Rhodri Dave
Sheridan Smith Rudi
Pam Ferris Cath
Guest cast
Wayne Cater Huw Davies (Gavin's new boss)
Steven Meo Owain Hughes (IT Manager)
Ifan Huw Dafydd Neil (Nessa's Father)
William Thomas Vicar
Ellie Campbell Office Worker
Writing team
James Corden Writer
Ruth Jones Writer
Production team
Christine Gernon Director
Ted Dowd Producer
Lindsay Hughes Executive Producer
Henry Normal Executive Producer
Liana Del Giudice Editor
David Ferris (as Dave Ferris) Production Designer

Videos

Gavin's New Job

Gavin settles into his new job.

Featuring: James Corden (Smithy), Mathew Horne (Gavin), Wayne Cater (Huw Davies) & Steven Meo (Owain Hughes).

Nessa's Relationship Advice

Nessa is adjusting to life in Dave's caravan down in Sully.

Featuring: Ruth Jones (Nessa) & Joanna Page (Stacey).

Bryn Sings 'So Strong'

Bryn signs 'So Strong' in church.

Featuring: Rob Brydon (Bryn) & William Thomas (Vicar).

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