Binge-Worthy Brilliance: BBC’s New Sitcom Takes Viewers by Storm

Binge-Worthy Brilliance: BBC’s New Sitcom Takes Viewers by Storm

The BBC’s latest sitcom, Can You Keep a Secret?, starring the incomparable Dawn French, premiered on BBC One and iPlayer, and it’s already captivating audiences. Viewers are hailing this six-part series as “brilliant” and binge-worthy, and it’s easy to see why.

What’s the Buzz About?

In Can You Keep a Secret?, Dawn French plays Debbie Fendon, a devoted community member and recent widow with a rather unusual secret. Her husband, William, isn’t actually dead. After being mistakenly declared deceased, he’s been hiding in the loft, awaiting a life insurance payout. This quirky premise sets the stage for a comedy that’s as heartwarming as it is hilarious.

Why Viewers Are Loving It

It’s no surprise that fans are already enamored with the show. Dawn French, a national treasure and comedy icon, leads the cast, and the series is written by Simon Mayhew-Archer, the producer of the BAFTA-winning comedy This Country. With such a talented team, comedy enthusiasts are in for a treat!

Viewers have taken to social media to express their enthusiasm. One viewer tweeted, “Omg! It looks soooo good… obsessed already as I haven’t seen any of it!” Another shared, “Watched all 6, brilliant – didn’t stop laughing throughout! Well done.” A third viewer added, “Just watched all six episodes back to back… LOVED them!!! Proper laughs out loud from me!”

Meet the Fendons

The series revolves around Debbie Fendon, described as a “granny, lawn bowler, tinpot dictator – who will stop at nothing to make sure her family’s protected.” But Debbie’s secret—that her husband is alive and well, living in the loft—adds a twist to the story. The couple plans to use the life insurance payout to “live out their golden years in peace.”

The news comes as a shock to their son Harry, who struggles with the moral and legal implications of his parents’ decision. Harry’s situation is further complicated by the fact that his wife, Neha, is a local police officer. If she finds out, it could spell trouble for the Fendons.

Stellar Cast and Crew

Dawn French is joined by a talented cast, including Mark Heap as her husband William, Craig Roberts as Harry, and Mandip Gill as Neha. With such a strong lineup, it’s no wonder the series is receiving rave reviews.

Critical Acclaim

The series has been met with positive reviews from critics. The Guardian described it as a “warm, witty watch,” while The Telegraph praised writer Simon Mayhew-Archer’s script as “grounded in reality and a wonderfully well-observed portrait of a certain kind of couple in retirement.”