February 9th 2025.
Over a decade ago, Jack Rooke introduced Big Boys at Edinburgh Fringe and now, the third and final season of his Channel 4 adaptation is coming to a poignant end. In an interview with Metro, Jack expresses his gratitude for being able to end the story on their own terms. The six-episode finale, starring Dylan Llewellyn and Jon Pointing as mismatched friends Danny and Jack, is being released during a tumultuous time for the TV industry, with shows getting cancelled left and right.
Jack reflects on the difficulty of ending a scripted comedy, especially in the current climate. However, he feels fortunate to have been able to tell the story they wanted, while also enjoying working with his cast and crew. He also acknowledges the struggles of his peers in the film and TV industry, some of whom are facing unemployment. For Jack, this show has been a battle to get made, and he is grateful to have been able to give it a proper ending.
He also points out the success that a show can achieve with time and proper investment, citing Gavin and Stacey as an example. Big Boys follows the friendship between two university freshers, Jack and Danny, throughout their undergraduate degree. This unique premise has been a major talking point for fans, and Jon reveals that it is still the most common thing people approach him about. He believes that this will be one of the show's lasting legacies.
Jack takes pride in the fact that although the show features a gay lead, it is not solely focused on his identity. He also wants to celebrate the show's portrayal of a gay and straight friendship, showing how normal and unremarkable it can be. In the final season, which continues to focus on Danny's mental health, Jack hopes to champion the women who have supported the struggling men in their lives. He was inspired by his time volunteering for the mental health organization Calm, which was run predominantly by women.
The show's ending is described as unique by Jon, and he believes it hasn't been done before, especially in regards to the subject matter. But before we say goodbye to Big Boys, there is still plenty to look forward to in the final six episodes, including cameos from British TV icons like Rylan. Jack praises Rylan as one of the best guest actors they've had on the show, and he is thrilled with his performance.
Jon also reveals that filming the final scenes with Dylan was an emotional experience, feeling like saying goodbye to a best friend. He praises Jon for his portrayal of Danny, adding layers of authenticity and intricacy to the character. Jack also shares that some of his favorite moments have been added by Jon, making the character his own.
As the show comes to an end, Jack hopes that its legacy will be the importance of chosen family and the power of unconditional love. He believes that this is a crucial theme, and he wants it to be the lasting impression of the show. Big Boys airs tonight on Channel 4, and all episodes will be available to stream online.
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