Something's occurring...
Filming on the final ever episode of Gavin & Stacey has officially begun, with the cast and crew gathering to shoot the special, which is set to air this Christmas.
The BBC posted an image of the first clapperboard on Instagram to confirm the news, along with the caption: "Oh. My. Christ. The final episode of Gavin & Stacey started filming today. Truth be told, we’re a little bit excited. Watch #GavinandStacey on #iPlayer this Christmas Day."
Meanwhile, co-creator and Smithy star James Corden also confirmed the news, posting a picture of Smithy's van to his own Instagram along with the caption: "Day 1. Here we go x"
Bryn star Rob Brydon got fans excited over the weekend, posting an image of himself alongside co-creator and Nessa star Ruth Jones, with the caption: "Something's occurring... #gavinandstacey"
The plot and most of the cast details from the special are yet to be confirmed, although we know all the central cast are returning.
It has also been reported that Sheridan Smith could be returning as Smithy's sister Rudi, with The Sunday Mirror saying that informal discussions were under way with the star back in May.
Recently, Brydon revealed that he first read the script "about a month ago" and called it "fantastic".
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He continued: "Do you know what? I was moved to tears, because it's emotional."
Fans may be surprised that filming has only just begun, given the Christmas release date, and Corden did admit earlier this year that "it's going to be tight to get it in and delivered".
He explained: "Building that show, it's like building a Jenga puzzle. Cast availability and things like that. I think it'll be OK."
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Gavin & Stacey returns to BBC One and iPlayer on Christmas Day.
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James Hibbs is a Drama Writer for Radio Times, covering programmes across both streaming platforms and linear channels. He previously worked in PR, first for a B2B agency and subsequently for international TV production company Fremantle. He possesses a BA in English and Theatre Studies and an NCTJ Level 5 Diploma in Journalism.
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