January 3rd 2025.
After much anticipation, the final episode of Gavin and Stacey aired on BBC on Christmas Day. And it did not disappoint, as an incredible number of viewers tuned in to watch. The network has just released their ratings figures, and they show that the series has broken its own record from 2019, gaining almost one million more viewers since the last episode.
In an announcement this afternoon, the BBC revealed that Gavin and Stacey: The Finale is now officially the UK's most-watched scripted show not only for broadcasters, but also for streamers, since records began in 2002. With a total of 19.3 million views so far, a staggering 12.3 million viewers watched on Christmas Day, while an additional six million have watched since then. And the numbers are expected to continue to climb, with the 28-day figures set to be released later this month. It's possible that the series will earn well over 20 million views.
The figures also revealed an interesting detail - 4.2 million of the 19.3 million viewers were aged between 16 and 34 years old, making it the highest number of young viewers for a scripted show since 2002. This is a testament to the UK's love for the series, as it has already surpassed the ratings for the 2019 Christmas special, which had 18.5 million viewers in 28 days.
The creators and stars of the show, Ruth Jones and James Corden, expressed their excitement and gratitude in a joint statement released by the BBC. They said they were "completely overwhelmed" by the audience response and the incredible viewing figures. They also thanked the BBC for their support over the past 17 years.
Charlotte Moore, the BBC's Chief Content Officer, also commented on the impressive ratings, calling them "truly outstanding" and "unprecedented." She added that Gavin and Stacey is a "comedy masterpiece" that has brought the nation together.
The final episode tied up loose ends for fans and featured many familiar faces. It was a bittersweet farewell, as it is the last of the beloved series. However, there have been reports that Disney+ and Apple TV are competing to commission a spin-off series. An insider told The Sun that the success of the Christmas episode has shown the potential for the series to have "massive longevity." Both streaming platforms are looking to increase their collection of British content, and Gavin and Stacey would be a perfect fit.
There have also been rumors that the BBC wants to commission a spin-off about Pete and Dawn. An insider told The Sun that it would be "madness" to end the series with such a huge following. However, Ruth and James have not addressed these rumors and have previously stated that the Christmas special was the final episode of Gavin and Stacey.
For now, fans can relive the series by streaming Gavin and Stacey: A Fond Farewell on BBC iPlayer. And who knows, perhaps a spin-off is in the works after all. As they say, never say never. Do you have a celebrity story? We would love to hear from you! Get in touch with our entertainment team by emailing us, calling, or visiting our Submit Stuff page. We can't wait to hear from you.
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