Friday Night Dinner

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***Exciting news*** Friday Night Dinner returns in 2012 for a second series.

Friday Night Dinner is a six part comedy series for Channel 4, written and produced by Robert. Directed by Steve (League of Gentlemen, Royle Family, Little Britain) Bendelack. Friday Night Dinner stars Tamsin Greig, Paul Ritter, Simon Bird, Tom Rosenthal and Mark Heap.

The show follows 20-something brothers, Adam and Jonny, as they go home each Friday night for a Jewish family meal of soup, chicken and crumble. But basically it’s about reverting to being 13 again as soon as you go back to your parents, how dads all go a bit odd once they hit a certain age, and what it’s like to have a neighbour who’s terrfied of his own dog.

‘Superb stuff’ The Guardian

‘Brilliantly Funny’ Heat

‘Proper belly-laughs’ The Sun

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  • http://www.tracymorter.com Tracy

    Just delightful. Best part of Fridays.

  • http://www.tracymorter.com Tracy

    Just delightful. Best part of Fridays.

  • http://robertpopper.com Robert Popper

    Thanks so much T!

  • http://robertpopper.com Robert Popper

    Thanks. Dads just love batteries!

  • tommalin

    What a brilliant show. Love the dad with his shirt off and lovely squirrel. So so funny from start to finish. Keep it up…

  • http://twitter.com/MikeInLuton Mike Baker

    Shit on it!

  • Ralph

    This is the funniest thing on TV for quite some time. Robert, you are a genius.

  • Mintadon

    Amazing. Have already got a space reserved on the shelf for the dvd. Paul Ritter’s fantastic – thanks for the painful flashbacks last week of trying to show my dad how to use the internet…

  • http://robertpopper.com Robert Popper

    Yes, dads on the internet! Cheers.

  • http://robertpopper.com Robert Popper

    Um. Maybe not genius. But I accept you liking it! Thanks!

  • http://robertpopper.com Robert Popper

    Thanks muchly.

  • Russell

    Friday Night Dinner is my absolute favorite at the moment… I’ve watched every show twice as I keep missing so much laughing….! Love it!!!!!!

  • Lizzie

    I simply LOVE this series. its quite the best thing on tv at the moment x

  • http://robertpopper.com Robert Popper

    Thanks Lizzie!

  • http://robertpopper.com Robert Popper

    That’s really sweet of you. Cheerz!

  • Raymond

    I adore this show, fantastic work Robert! Thanks to FND I have now developed a massive crush on Tamsin Greig and a sudden urge to play childish pranks on my brother………I’m 42!

  • http://robertpopper.com Robert Popper

    Go for it!

  • Diane Greaves

    I agree, the series is fabulous. You’re not alone: I’ve got a massive crush on Paul Ritter – and I’m 47!!! He’s gorgeous, and is so much like Dave my partner both in manner and looks. I can also see my Dad in Paul’s character, smuggling stuff in and spending time in his haven – the shed! Paul’s my new muse!!!! xxx

  • Diane Greaves

    The show is fabulous, especially Paul Ritter who is brilliant AND gorgeous – I’ve got a massive crush on him!x! He is very much like Dave my partner in his behaviour and looks. Paul’s character also reminds me of my dear old Dad who used to smuggle things in (trying to avoid my Mum), and spending most of his spare time in his haven…the shed, sometimes creating wonderfully odd inventions. Keep making me laugh Paul, you’re my new muse!! xxx

  • http://robertpopper.com Robert Popper

    Thanks – hopefully Paul will see this!

  • http://twitter.com/Philippa_Perry Philippa_Perry

    Funny. You very funny. Love Friday Night Dinner. So does Grayson and he is usually scathing about television. Congratulations. Clear the mantelpiece.

  • Chris

    Really enjoying FND, Rob. Particularly Jim and Wilson. Reminds me of a guy round the corner who similarly can’t control his dog.

  • http://robertpopper.com Robert Popper

    Thanks. Glad there’s a real Jim out there!

  • http://robertpopper.com Robert Popper

    Many thanks of you. Grayson’s work is stunning so I am completely flattered.

  • Sammy H

    This has to be the funniest thing ever!! Me and my husband have cried laughing at every episode. Fancy a bit of squirrel Jackie!!!! Love it Love it Love it! Thank you Robert Popper

  • Sammy H

    Back again! Jim, Wilson, Crimble Crumble I laugh as I type!!!

  • http://robertpopper.com Robert Popper

    Thanks – and glad you like a lovely bit of squirrel.

  • http://robertpopper.com Robert Popper

    Cheers!

  • Wasabesam

    Mazel Tov on yuor 2nd Series. Now could you please sned someone round my house to clean the wee off my carpet!!!

  • http://robertpopper.com Robert Popper

    On their way…

  • Chris

    “wilson….. wilson…….”

    WILLLSONNN!!!!

  • Lizzie

    Dear Robert,
    Soooooooo pleased that there is going to be another series of FND, my husband and i (!) have really enjoyed the first series (sounds very royal!!!). I’ve posted before regarding the fact that it would be really positive for us if one of the boys is gay. Obviously its not going to be Jonny!! but Bobble??? oh please consider it.
    Good luck with the new series, when will it be out !!!!!!!!
    Lizzie

  • http://robertpopper.com Robert Popper

    Thanks again. As for storylines, I’m still thinking. Cheers!

  • http://twitter.com/dwhewitson David Hewitson

    You could do something set on a Thursday night and bugger up the continuity!

  • http://robertpopper.com Robert Popper

    Ta v v much!

  • Daniel

    anyway to watch this in america?

  • http://robertpopper.com Robert Popper

    Not yet sadly.

  • http://twitter.com/MikeBond64 Mike Bond

    Alcohol-free lager in the secret shed fridge. Brilliant

  • http://robertpopper.com Robert Popper

    Thanks!

  • Shmoigel

    Work of genius. The mercedes/shmoigel episode is the funniest thing on tv since, well, cannot remember. All our family cannot stop laughing. Hhhhapppyyyy b b b b birthday pusssssface.

  • http://robertpopper.com Robert Popper

    Thanks so much!

  • Lizzie

    Just watching my favourite episode of Friday Night Dinner (episode 2) I’ve laughed so much i really do feel quite sick, its simply hilarious. LIce? Mice? Oooooohhhhhhh I LOVE IT.

    “Oh hello Elvis”

    i’m just a little bit in love with Bobble!!

    Can’t wait for series 2

    xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

  • http://robertpopper.com Robert Popper

    Thanks so much. Writing away at the mo…

  • Janemlfletcher

    Very funny. Jim’s appearances are inspired. A hint of Alan Statham without being a reprise, wonderfully acted. Also lovely ensemble work from the whole lot. Roll on series 2

  • http://robertpopper.com Robert Popper

    Ta!

  • Vic

    My sister called me just after ’The Mercedes’ episode had been on and she could barely speak for laughing. Even now that word makes me snigger. Brilliant!

  • http://robertpopper.com Robert Popper

    Thank you so so much.

  • http://twitter.com/jschwartzbauer jschwartzbauer

    Friday Night Dinner, The Office (UK), and Arrested Development. Three best comedy series post Seinfeld. 

  • http://robertpopper.com Robert Popper

    Shucks!

  • Lizzie

    Trying to be really patient, but what news of another series of FND??? can i start getting excited or will i have to remain patient and just keep watching series 1 over and over??

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