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The Day Simon Decided He Was Forlorn

Episode 4 of 6

Sitcom. Simon's life crisis is exacerbated when a guest he interviewed attacks him in the press. Meanwhile, Grandma and Grandpa plan a cruise.

Sitcom written by Simon Amstell and long-term collaborator Dan Swimer. The series stars Simon Amstell playing a version of himself - a television presenter searching for something more meaningful to do with his life. Each episode takes place at his Grandma's house, where Grandma welcomes her family, desperate to see everyone happy.

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. Tanya moves into Clive's house, much to Simon's irritation. Meanwhile, Grandma and Grandpa plan a cruise.

30 minutes

Credits

Role Contributor
Simon Simon Amstell
Grandma Linda Bassett
Tanya Rebecca Front
Adam Jamal Hadjkura
Grandpa Geoffrey Hutchings
Auntie Liz Samantha Spiro
Clive James Smith
Producer Ben Cavey
Director Christine Gernon
Writer Simon Amstell
Writer Dan Swimer

Broadcasts

  • Mon 30 Aug 2010 22:00
  • Mon 30 Aug 2010 22:40
  • Tue 31 Aug 2010 23:00
  • Fri 3 Sep 2010 21:30
  • Sun 5 Sep 2010 00:10
  • Fri 16 Sep 2011 23:30
  • Mon 19 Sep 2011 23:00