Grandma's House (2010)

Name: Grandma's House
Rating: 6.5

Rating: 6.5

Synopsis

Simon Amstell stars as a fictionalised version of himself, a TV presenter who quits his job, leading to family drama, particularly with his mother, Tanya, and her boyfriend, Clive, all unfolding at his grandmother's house.

First Air Date: 2010-08-09

Last Air Date: 2012-05-24

Number of Seasons: 2

Number of Episodes: 12

Created By: Simon Amstell, Dan Swimer

Networks: BBC Two

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Top Cast

Simon Amstell as Simon
Linda Bassett as Grandma Lily
Rebecca Front as Tanya
James Smith as Clive Freeman
Samantha Spiro as Auntie Liz
Jamal Hadjkura as Adam
Geoffrey Hutchings as Grandpa Bernie
Iwan Rheon as Ben Theodore
Oliver Coopersmith as Mark
Vincent Franklin as Uncle Barry

Seasons

None (2010)

No overview available for this season.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: The Day Simon Told His Family About His Important Decision (2010-08-09)

When Simon tells his mum Tanya that he's quitting the entertainment show he presents, she is less than happy. While Simon struggles to make his mum realise that her new boyfriend Clive might not be the right man for her, Grandpa has discovered something that will leave Grandma in a panic. Meanwhile, Auntie Liz is struggling with her son Adam who appears to be starting a teenage rebellion.
Ep. 2: The Day Simon Decided It Might Be a Nice Idea to Surprise His Mother with a Gift (2010-08-16)

Simon has brought his mum, Tanya, an extravagant gift which she refuses to accept. He's also trying to convince her that maybe she shouldn't marry Clive. Meanwhile, it's Liz's birthday but nobody seems to care. Grandad has news from the doctor about his cancer scare and Simon has decided he might write a play for the theatre. However, his family isn't impressed.
Ep. 3: The Day Simon Announced That He Was in Control of the Universe (2010-08-23)

Simon has fallen in love. He's also read a book that leads him to believe that he might be able to control the universe. The family isn't impressed though. Meanwhile, Grandpa has invited Deborah Adler to visit but Grandma doesn't like her and is less than happy. And Liz has had to take extreme measures to try to get her son, Adam, into a new school.
Ep. 4: The Day Simon Decided He Was Forlorn (2010-08-30)

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.
Ep. 5: The Day Simon Felt the Family Was Ready to Be Healed (2010-09-06)

Simon has been on a life-changing course and has decided it's his job to heal the family. He starts by giving his Granddad an exercise ball. Tanya has had a realisation that maybe Clive isn't the man for her, and when the family discover that Simon has organised a surprise for them, they are fearful what Grandma might do to him.
Ep. 6: The Day Simon Finally Found the Strength to Accept that His Mother Was Getting Married (2010-09-13)

When Grandpa is taken ill, it's unsure whether Tanya and Clive will be able to get married today. Grandma takes on the responsibility of trying to resolve the situation, but is she right to advise Tanya to get married? Meanwhile, Liz has a favour to ask of Simon which might help Adam sort out his schooling problems.