Grandma's House

TV Show · Comedy

Grandma's House is a brand new comedy written by and starring Simon Amstell, as he plays a version of himself; a television presenter who is quitting his job to try and do something more meaningful with his life. Each episode is set at Grandma's House where Simon's family regularly congregate to catch up.

2010 · 27m
Starring Simon Amstell, Linda Bassett, Rebecca Front
Director Christine Gernon

Season 1

  • The Day Simon Told His Family About His Important Decision
    EPISODE 1
    The Day Simon Told His Family About His Important Decision
    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.
    27 min
  • The Day Simon Decided It Might Be a Nice Idea to Surprise His Mother..
    EPISODE 2
    The Day Simon Decided It Might Be a Nice Idea to Surprise His Mother..
    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.
    28 min
  • The Day Simon Announced That He Was In Control Of The Universe
    EPISODE 3
    The Day Simon Announced That He Was In Control Of The Universe
    Simon has fallen in love. He's also read a book which leads him to believe that he might be able to control the universe, but the family aren't very impressed with. Grandpa has invited Deborah Adler to visit, but Grandma doesn't like her and is less than happy. Plus, Liz has had to take extreme measures to try and get her son Adam into a new school.
    28 min
  • The Day Simon Decided He Was Forlorn
    EPISODE 4
    The Day Simon Decided He Was Forlorn
    Simon is having a life crisis and is depressed. The situation is exacerbated when a guest he interviewed on his show attacks him in the press. Meanwhile, Tanya is moving into Clive's house, much to Simon's irritation, and Grandma and Grandpa are planning a cruise.
    28 min
  • The Day Simon Felt The Family Was Ready To Be Healed
    EPISODE 5
    The Day Simon Felt The Family Was Ready To Be Healed
    Simon has been on a life changing course and has decided it's his job to heal the family. He starts by giving his Granddad an exercise ball. Meanwhile, Tanya has had a realisation that maybe Clive isn't the man for her, and when the family discover that Simon has organised a surprise for them, they are fearful what Grandma might do to him.
    29 min
  • The Day Simon Finally Found The Strength To Accept That His Mother Was Getting Married
    EPISODE 6
    The Day Simon Finally Found The Strength To Accept That His Mother Was Getting Married
    When Grandpa is taken ill, it's unsure whether Tanya and Clive will be able to get married. Grandma takes on the responsibility of trying to resolve the situation, but is she right to advise Tanya to get married? Meanwhile, Liz has a favour to ask of Simon which might help Adam sort out his schooling problems.
    29 min

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Cast & Crew

  • Simon Amstell
    Actor
  • Linda Bassett
    Actor
  • Rebecca Front
    Actor
  • Samantha Spiro
    Actor
  • Geoffrey Hutchings
    Grandpa
  • Christine Gernon
    Director
  • Simon Amstell
    Writer
  • Dan Swimer
    Writer

About

Grandma's House

Comedy

Grandma's House is a brand new comedy written by and starring Simon Amstell, as he plays a version of himself; a television presenter who is quitting his job to try and do something more meaningful with his life. Each episode is set at Grandma's House where Simon's family regularly congregate to catch up.

Information

Studio
Britbox
Released
2010
Rated
Caution
© 2010 Tiger Aspect Productions Limited

Languages

Original Audio
English (United Kingdom), English
Subtitles

English (United Kingdom) (SDH)

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