“It’s like getting the family together again, so absolutely yes to another one.”
Two legendary Gavin and Stacey stars have confirmed that they would be up for another Christmas special.
Alison Steadman and Larry Lamb, who play Gavin Shipman’s parents, Mick and Pam, have revealed that they would definitely consider doing another special for the British comedy classic.
Speaking to the RadioTimes recently, Steadman explained that recording a new series would be “too draining” while Lamb said a one-off would be like “getting the family together again”.
The show made its last appearance on our screens on Christmas Day 2019 after a massive nine-year break. But will that be the final time?
New quotes suggest otherwise with Lamb saying: “A one-hour special, which is three weeks of really intense work, that will do me.”
The cast of Gavin and Stacey
Lamb’s enthusiasm was echoed by Steadman, who said: “I’d like to do another, but I don’t know if I could do seven episodes. A special would be great fun and it wouldn’t be too draining and exhausting.
“The Christmas special cliffhanger ending was brilliant. I was really touched and moved by it.”
Back in 2020, Lamb said he was “sure the BBC can persuade [creators Ruth Jones and James Corden] to write more”, adding that it was more a question of “when, not if.”
However last year, Corden – who became a household name in the UK for his portrayal of Gavin’s best friend Smithy – said that when he catches up with Jones, they do not even mention it.
But not all hope is lost, as Corden also did comment: “She’ll know when it’s right and together we’ll figure it out.”
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