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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
  • 22 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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Gavin & Stacey: The quiz

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

Possibly the most hotly-anticipated television event of the year, much-loved sitcom Gavin & Stacey returns for one final, very special Christmas outing, five years after fans were left on tenterhooks with the proposed marriage of Smithy and Nessa.

To tie in, Bonnier has just published a bumper Gavin & Stacey Quiz Book, packed with hundreds of questions covering all 21 episodes broadcast to date, the cast, and their characters. It's sure to provide a treat for many families over the festive season, especially in the run-up to the new episode's premiere, at 9pm on BBC One on Christmas Day.

We've picked ten questions from the unofficial quiz book to whet your appetite. Think you're a Gavin & Stacey fan? Only the most dedicated will be able to score top marks...

1. In Series 1, which game does Smithy suggest instead of I Spy?
a) Snog, Marry, Avoid
b) Crunch, Munch, Slurp
c) Cruise, Marry, Shag

2. What does Smithy think the co-writer of Do They Know It's Christmas is called?
a) Manure, like cow crap
b) Majure, like mature Cheddar
c) Mat Osman, like a tall bassist

3. In the Series 2 Christmas special, how much does Pete's turkey cost?
a) £30
b) £56
c) £70

Gavin & Stacey. Image shows left to right: Gavin (Mathew Horne), Smithy (James Corden)

4. Which TV chef's recipe is Mick ambivalent about using for his turkey preparation?
a) Gordon Ramsay
b) Tenpole Tudor
c) Nigella Lawson

5. How did Stacey get her original job in Marks & Spencer?
a) She begged them for six months
b) She was referred from school
c) She filled in a form

6. What item is Gwen convinced she has lent to Glenda in the 2019 special?
a) A plate warmer
b) An electric knife
c) An automatic fork

Gavin & Stacey. Image shows left to right: Nessa (Ruth Jones), Smithy (James Corden)

7. Rather than Veganuary, what does Nessa do?
a) Janu-hairy
b) Meat Free Mondays
c) Janu-berry

8. In Series 3, what drink does Bryn order rather than his usual Cinzano?
a) White wine
b) A pint
c) Advocaat

9.Why's Gavin not keen on having a dog?
a) He says he likes cats
b) He says he's allergic
c) He says they stink

10. Oh no! Bryn's overslept and it's Christmas Day! What's his worry?
a) The whole schedule has 'gone to the dogs'
b) He hasn't wrapped everyone's gifts yet
c) He hasn't had time to exfoliate yet


Gavin & Stacey. Image shows left to right: Smithy (James Corden), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Stacey (Joanna Page), Nessa (Ruth Jones). Credit: Tidy Productions, Fulwell 73 Productions, BBC, Tom Jackson

Answers

1. c) Cruise, Marry, Shag
2. b) Majure, like mature Cheddar
3. b) £56
4. c) Nigella Lawson
5. c) She filled in a form
6. a) A plate warmer
7. a) Janu-hairy
8. b) A pint
9. c) He says they stink
10. a) The whole schedule has 'gone to the dogs'


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The Gavin & Stacey Quiz Book

The Gavin & Stacey Quiz Book
By Joe Shooman

What's occurring? Welcome to a celebration of the much-loved BBC comedy show, Gavin & Stacey, in time for the final EVER episode this Christmas. In this quiz book for family and friends of all ages there are over 500 questions all about our favourite TV smash.

- Do you know your Nessa from your Smithy, your Barry Island from your Billericay?
- What about Uncle Bryn? Pam and Mick? The current state of Pete and Dawn's marriage?
- And which character is obsessed with omelettes?

Containing oodles of hilarious family-friendly challenges, dares, and party games - who can do the best impression of Nessa? Can you draw Bryn and Jason on their notorious fishing trip? Let the laughter begin!

Test your knowledge and treat your loved ones this Christmas.

(I won't lie. It's unofficial.)

First published: Thursday 10th October 2024

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Published: Wednesday 11th December 2024

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