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Grandma's House

  • 2010–2012
  • 2 seasons
  • Comedy

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.

Episodes

6 episodes
  1. 1The Day Simon Told His Family About His Important Decision

    30 minAug 9, 2010

    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.

  2. 2The Day Simon Decided It Might Be a Nice Idea to Surprise His Mother with a Gift

    30 minAug 16, 2010

    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.

  3. 3The Day Simon Announced That He Was in Control of the Universe

    30 minAug 23, 2010

    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.

  4. 4The Day Simon Decided He Was Forlorn

    30 minAug 30, 2010

    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.

  5. 5The Day Simon Felt the Family Was Ready to Be Healed

    30 minSep 6, 2010

    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.

  6. 6The Day Simon Finally Found the Strength to Accept that His Mother Was Getting Married

    30 minSep 13, 2010

    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.

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Series cast

Simon AmstellSimon12 episodes
Linda BassettGrandma Lily12 episodes
Rebecca FrontTanya12 episodes
James SmithClive Freeman12 episodes
Samantha SpiroAuntie Liz12 episodes
Jamal HadjkuraAdam11 episodes
Geoffrey HutchingsGrandpa Bernie6 episodes
Iwan RheonBen Theodore2 episodes
Oliver CoopersmithMark2 episodes
Vincent FranklinUncle Barry2 episodes
Pam FerrisDeborah1 episode
Allan CordunerRichard1 episode
Harry PeacockGary1 episode
Jessie CaveZazzy1 episode

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