Grandma's House
- TV sitcom
- BBC Two
- 2010 - 2012
- 12 episodes (2 series)
Sitcom written by, starring, and based on the life of Essex-raised Jewish comic Simon Amstell. Also features Linda Bassett, Rebecca Front, James Smith, Samantha Spiro, Jamal Hadjkura and Geoffrey Hutchings
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Series 1, Episode 2 - The Day Simon Decided It Might Be A Nice Idea To Surprise His Mother With A Gift
Simon has brought his mum, Tanya, an extravagant gift which she refuses to accept.
Further details
Simon has bought his mum a car and is still trying to convince her that maybe she shouldn't marry Clive.
Meanwhile, it's Liz's birthday but nobody seems to care.
Grandad has news from the doctor about his cancer scare and Simon has decided he might write a play for the theatre. However, his family isn't impressed.
Broadcast details
- Date
- Monday 16th August 2010
- Time
- 10pm
- Channel
- BBC Two
- Length
- 30 minutes
Cast & crew
| Simon Amstell | Simon |
| Linda Bassett | Grandma |
| Rebecca Front | Tanya |
| James Smith | Clive |
| Samantha Spiro | Auntie Liz |
| Jamal Hadjkura | Adam |
| Geoffrey Hutchings | Grandpa |
| Simon Amstell | Writer |
| Dan Swimer | Writer |
| Jeremy Dyson | Script Editor |
| Christine Gernon | Director |
| Ben Cavey | Producer |
| Sophie Clarke-Jervoise | Executive Producer |
| Simon Lupton | Executive Producer |
| Simon Bird | Line Producer |
| Liana Del Giudice | Editor |
| Jonathan Paul Green | Production Designer |
| Rachel Freck | Casting Director |
| Sarah Burns | Costume Designer |
| Andy Hollis | Director of Photography |
| Nichola Bellamy | Make-up Designer |
| Paul Clark | Composer |
| Lee Trevor | 1st Assistant Director |
Video
Simon's New Car
Simon reluctantly shows Clive his new car in an effort to bond with him. However, Simon is not impressed when Clive thinks he's bought a lemon.
Featuring: Simon Amstell (Simon) & James Smith (Clive).