is there going to be a new Royle Family for this Christmas?
The Official Christmas Radio Times 2013 Countdown Thread
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Originally Posted by i love sky:
“is there going to be a new Royle Family for this Christmas?”
“is there going to be a new Royle Family for this Christmas?”
Not on the strength of the last one.
Originally Posted by Boyontbridge:
“Whatever you do - DO NOT watch The Royle Family without the beers.
As an erstwhile fan, this was without a shadow of doubt, the biggest Christmas TV dissappointment in years.
It became a parody of itself. The real life cutting edge cynisism was replaced by unbelievable farce. I was really surprised and dissappointed in equal measures that Cash & Aherne allowed this sub-standard piece of work anywhere near a studio.
Unless already legally obliged to do so, there is no way the BBC will be comissioning another of these. It was terrible
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“Whatever you do - DO NOT watch The Royle Family without the beers.
As an erstwhile fan, this was without a shadow of doubt, the biggest Christmas TV dissappointment in years.
It became a parody of itself. The real life cutting edge cynisism was replaced by unbelievable farce. I was really surprised and dissappointed in equal measures that Cash & Aherne allowed this sub-standard piece of work anywhere near a studio.
Unless already legally obliged to do so, there is no way the BBC will be comissioning another of these. It was terrible
”
I think I read it was the opposite way around and they were legally oblidged to provide a final christmas special, which didn't happen the year before because they couldn't be bothered completing it, and under pressure, they threw this one together.
I was so disappointed, I haven't even bothered to watch the last half which i fell asleep during as I couldn't see how it was going to pick up with such a dire story line.
Originally Posted by smirf1:
“I think I read it was the opposite way around and they were legally oblidged to provide a final christmas special, which didn't happen the year before because they couldn't be bothered completing it, and under pressure, they threw this one together.
I was so disappointed, I haven't even bothered to watch the last half which i fell asleep during as I couldn't see how it was going to pick up with such a dire story line.”
“I think I read it was the opposite way around and they were legally oblidged to provide a final christmas special, which didn't happen the year before because they couldn't be bothered completing it, and under pressure, they threw this one together.
I was so disappointed, I haven't even bothered to watch the last half which i fell asleep during as I couldn't see how it was going to pick up with such a dire story line.”
Well that would certainly make sense if it was the case but I can't for the life of me think this was written with the belief that it could secure future commissions
Originally Posted by smirf1:
“My christmas RT died a horrible premature death too - mid holiday I knocked a glass of fizzy over it while playing my son's new matching pairs card game with him - Utter Devistation!!”
“My christmas RT died a horrible premature death too - mid holiday I knocked a glass of fizzy over it while playing my son's new matching pairs card game with him - Utter Devistation!!”
Originally Posted by blueisthecolour:
“p.s. My RT suffered a similar fate.”
“p.s. My RT suffered a similar fate.”
You spend all yea waiting for this copy then carelessly destroy it before it expires! Tut tut...
Originally Posted by PatrickMcG:
“And it was a particularly poor year for Christmas TV. The only two programmes that left a lasting impression was The Girl and Restless. Otherwise it was a load of dross.”
“And it was a particularly poor year for Christmas TV. The only two programmes that left a lasting impression was The Girl and Restless. Otherwise it was a load of dross.”
I thoroughly enjoyed Restless, went unde the radar a bit but deserves plenty of praise.
Originally Posted by Boyontbridge:
“Well that would certainly make sense if it was the case but I can't for the life of me think this was written with the belief that it could secure future commissions”
“Well that would certainly make sense if it was the case but I can't for the life of me think this was written with the belief that it could secure future commissions”
There were plenty of people who still liked it. It seems the newer viewers who were too young or didn't catch the original series loved it but the older viewers who saw the series first time round hated it.
The ratings were still excellent and if they want to make more i'm sure the Beeb will let them.
Originally Posted by Georged123:
“The ratings were still excellent and if they want to make more i'm sure the Beeb will let them.”
“The ratings were still excellent and if they want to make more i'm sure the Beeb will let them.”
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-20932979
Originally Posted by Georged123:
“You spend all yea waiting for this copy then carelessly destroy it before it expires! Tut tut...
I thoroughly enjoyed Restless, went unde the radar a bit but deserves plenty of praise.
There were plenty of people who still liked it. It seems the newer viewers who were too young or didn't catch the original series loved it but the older viewers who saw the series first time round hated it.
The ratings were still excellent and if they want to make more i'm sure the Beeb will let them.”
“You spend all yea waiting for this copy then carelessly destroy it before it expires! Tut tut...
I thoroughly enjoyed Restless, went unde the radar a bit but deserves plenty of praise.
There were plenty of people who still liked it. It seems the newer viewers who were too young or didn't catch the original series loved it but the older viewers who saw the series first time round hated it.
The ratings were still excellent and if they want to make more i'm sure the Beeb will let them.”
Well I'm happy to have a sporting bet with you that it doesn't happen.
As for the viewing figures, surely this is a reflection in part of (a) past glories and (b) eager anticipation of some decent comedy. The only other thing of note in terms of 'established' comedy was Outnumbered but that too is beginning to lose its innocent charm, which is inevitable given the children's advancing years. Of the rest Miranda is watchable but Mrs Browns Boys is awful. The acting is dreadful and every joke can be anticipated well in advance. :yawn:
Originally Posted by i love sky:
“is there going to be a new Royle Family for this Christmas?”
“is there going to be a new Royle Family for this Christmas?”
from what i have heard yes
Originally Posted by Boyontbridge:
“Well I'm happy to have a sporting bet with you that it doesn't happen. As for the viewing figures, surely this is a reflection in part of (a) past glories and (b) eager anticipation of some decent comedy.”
“Well I'm happy to have a sporting bet with you that it doesn't happen.
As for the viewing figures, surely this is a reflection in part of (a) past glories and (b) eager anticipation of some decent comedy.”
I came to the Royle Family late, the first episode I wanted being the 2009 Christmas Special, The Golden Egg Cup. I have enjoyed all the Christmas Specials since, including the last. Perhaps people who watched the actual series have a different view.
Originally Posted by Corabal:
“Sorry but to the thread maker, get a life.”
“Sorry but to the thread maker, get a life.”
If you do not contribute to this thread normally then I suggest you refrain from your rudeness. The Xmas RT Countdown Thread is a traditional occurrence each year for the people who contribute to it get a lot of pleasure chatting, speculating and arguing about the time of year they like best.
If you can't tolerate or accept other people's pleasures and pastimes, then in your own words, get a life.
Originally Posted by wizzywick:
“If you do not contribute to this thread normally then I suggest you refrain from your rudeness. The Xmas RT Countdown Thread is a traditional occurrence each year for the people who contribute to it get a lot of pleasure chatting, speculating and arguing about the time of year they like best.
If you can't tolerate or accept other people's pleasures and pastimes, then in your own words, get a life.”
“If you do not contribute to this thread normally then I suggest you refrain from your rudeness. The Xmas RT Countdown Thread is a traditional occurrence each year for the people who contribute to it get a lot of pleasure chatting, speculating and arguing about the time of year they like best.
If you can't tolerate or accept other people's pleasures and pastimes, then in your own words, get a life.”
Beautifully put wizzywick, if I may say so!
Originally Posted by Billy_Value:
“from what i have heard yes”
“from what i have heard yes”
Hi Billy, what have you heard and where?
Originally Posted by Boyontbridge:
“Hi Billy, what have you heard and where?”
“Hi Billy, what have you heard and where?”
I believe Ricky Tomlinson was interviewed shortly before Christmas and he seemed to be very adamant that a further Special was going to be filmed for Christmas 2013, as per usual, no official confirmation from the BBC, with The Royle Family, it just seems to appear in the schedule, I think this is due to the fact that Caroline and Craig are somewhat tricky to nail down until the last minute, it's the way they role!! If thats the case, and with a solid 10 or so million viewers every year, the Beeb will be happy to put up with them!!
Originally Posted by wizzywick:
“If you do not contribute to this thread normally then I suggest you refrain from your rudeness. The Xmas RT Countdown Thread is a traditional occurrence each year for the people who contribute to it get a lot of pleasure chatting, speculating and arguing about the time of year they like best.
If you can't tolerate or accept other people's pleasures and pastimes, then in your own words, get a life.”
“If you do not contribute to this thread normally then I suggest you refrain from your rudeness. The Xmas RT Countdown Thread is a traditional occurrence each year for the people who contribute to it get a lot of pleasure chatting, speculating and arguing about the time of year they like best.
If you can't tolerate or accept other people's pleasures and pastimes, then in your own words, get a life.”
i second that! Well said - I love this thread
Originally Posted by Allan:
“I came to the Royle Family late, the first episode I wanted being the 2009 Christmas Special, The Golden Egg Cup. I have enjoyed all the Christmas Specials since, including the last. Perhaps people who watched the actual series have a different view.”
“I came to the Royle Family late, the first episode I wanted being the 2009 Christmas Special, The Golden Egg Cup. I have enjoyed all the Christmas Specials since, including the last. Perhaps people who watched the actual series have a different view.”
You must watch the 2008 special 'new sofa' - it's my favourite and i found it hillarious. All others have disappointed me since, but then that could have been because I enjoyed this so much! It's on you tube over a couple of parts.
I watched the Snowman & the snowdog again over the weekend before it disappeared off 4OD, and I found it a bit depressing to begin with, without the glow of christmas around. This is why...
- They move to the original farmhouse, but it's been built around with lots of other houses and now has a tiny garden and now doesn't look like the lovely warm farm house it was.
- The boys dog is old and dies at the start, and shows them burying it and looking very sad
- Then my 4 yr old realised the boy live only with his mum, and asked where his dad was!
We watched it to the end but it's not a patch on the Snowman and I won't be buying the DVD when it's released, I'm going to keep with the traditional
- They move to the original farmhouse, but it's been built around with lots of other houses and now has a tiny garden and now doesn't look like the lovely warm farm house it was.
- The boys dog is old and dies at the start, and shows them burying it and looking very sad
- Then my 4 yr old realised the boy live only with his mum, and asked where his dad was!
We watched it to the end but it's not a patch on the Snowman and I won't be buying the DVD when it's released, I'm going to keep with the traditional
Royle Family : -
Whilst I agree that it is not as regally brilliant as it once was, I still think it is one of the best comedies on tv. When it started in the late 90's it was truly revolutionary - realistic characters in the most real situation, regular pauses in scenes whilst they watch the tv, nearly all the scenes in occur in the living room with the tv always on, sharp, contemporary dialogue etc. The first sitcom without a situation directing the comedy.
It has definintely played itself out and (after the 2nd series) evolved into a different comedy altogether - the characters are now caricatures, it no longer carries that degree of authenticity that it had and has been a little disappointing at times. However, the 2010 special was very, very good and the last christmas special needs to be watched in its entirety to be fully appreciated.
I would also point out that they do produce christmas specials that centre on christmas (golden egg cup excepted). They have given us some of the best ever christmas tv specials and (in consideration of the bbc's continued preference to bring back classic comedies 'just one more time' rather than produce any decent new comedies) come back in far better shape than some others - to the manor born anyone?
Whilst I agree that it is not as regally brilliant as it once was, I still think it is one of the best comedies on tv. When it started in the late 90's it was truly revolutionary - realistic characters in the most real situation, regular pauses in scenes whilst they watch the tv, nearly all the scenes in occur in the living room with the tv always on, sharp, contemporary dialogue etc. The first sitcom without a situation directing the comedy.
It has definintely played itself out and (after the 2nd series) evolved into a different comedy altogether - the characters are now caricatures, it no longer carries that degree of authenticity that it had and has been a little disappointing at times. However, the 2010 special was very, very good and the last christmas special needs to be watched in its entirety to be fully appreciated.
I would also point out that they do produce christmas specials that centre on christmas (golden egg cup excepted). They have given us some of the best ever christmas tv specials and (in consideration of the bbc's continued preference to bring back classic comedies 'just one more time' rather than produce any decent new comedies) come back in far better shape than some others - to the manor born anyone?
Originally Posted by smirf1:
“You must watch the 2008 special 'new sofa' - it's my favourite and i found it hillarious. All others have disappointed me since, but then that could have been because I enjoyed this so much! It's on you tube over a couple of parts.”
“You must watch the 2008 special 'new sofa' - it's my favourite and i found it hillarious. All others have disappointed me since, but then that could have been because I enjoyed this so much! It's on you tube over a couple of parts.”
Thank you very much smirf1 I will check it out!
Originally Posted by wizzywick:
“If you do not contribute to this thread normally then I suggest you refrain from your rudeness. The Xmas RT Countdown Thread is a traditional occurrence each year for the people who contribute to it get a lot of pleasure chatting, speculating and arguing about the time of year they like best.
If you can't tolerate or accept other people's pleasures and pastimes, then in your own words, get a life.”
“If you do not contribute to this thread normally then I suggest you refrain from your rudeness. The Xmas RT Countdown Thread is a traditional occurrence each year for the people who contribute to it get a lot of pleasure chatting, speculating and arguing about the time of year they like best.
If you can't tolerate or accept other people's pleasures and pastimes, then in your own words, get a life.”
Thats a very good point you make wizzywick . There are plenty of places both on Digital Spy and else where on the internet where people can read and discuss serious issues. The Radio Times Christmas Countdown threads are harmless light relief from everyday stress.
Originally Posted by tracystapes:
“Does anyone know where I can view tomorrow's cover?”
“Does anyone know where I can view tomorrow's cover?”
Here it is
http://www.imsyndo.com/images/IMC/AL...1302_cover.thu
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