Gavin & Stacey: The Finale - Everything you need to know about the final episode on Christmas Day

Plus, find out all about the special Gavin & Stacey documentary - and how we'll be celebrating the series across the 大象传媒

Published: 25 December 2024
Left to right: Smithy, Gavin, Stacey and Nessa stand against a wall
Gavin & Stacey: The Finale (Image: 大象传媒/Fulwell73 & Tidy Productions/Tom Jackson)

We鈥檒l have: A chicken bhuna, lamb bhuna, prawn bhuna, mushroom rice, bag of chips, keema naan, nine poppadoms and the last ever episode of Gavin and Stacey!

Here's everything you need to know about the special episode, coming to 大象传媒 One and iPlayer.

What time is Gavin & Stacey: The Finale airing?

Watch Gavin & Stacey: The Finale on iPlayer and 大象传媒 One from 9pm on 25 December.

Gavin & Stacey: The Finale Trailer

What's the plot?

It鈥檚 five years since we left Nessa down on one knee declaring her love for Smithy and asking him to marry her. And a lot has happened in those five years.

In Barry, Bryn鈥檚 packing the Picasso in readiness for a trip to Essex; Stacey and Gavin are looking for new ways to spice up their seventeen year marriage and Gwen is behaving most strangely. Nessa鈥檚 started a new business venture and Neil the Baby鈥檚 about to begin an apprenticeship with his dad.

Over in Billericay Pam is stressing out at the prospect of playing hostess, not helped by a newly retired Mick practicing his golf swings in the living room and there have been more ups and downs in Pete and Dawn鈥檚 relationship.

Join us on the journey to Barry and Billericay as we catch up with the Shipmans and the Wests for the very last time and maybe find out what exactly did happen on that fishing trip.

Gavin & Stacey: A Fond Farewell

Left to right: Smith, Gavin, Stacey and Nessa stand against a red garage door
Gavin & Stacey series one (Image: 大象传媒/Baby Cow Productions/Neil Bennett)

This uplifting and touching documentary special tells the story of one of Britain鈥檚 best loved sitcoms as it comes to an end after 17 years. It charts the journey of a little-known sitcom that started life on 大象传媒 Three which, with its blend of relatable characters and infectious catchphrases, grew into a must watch show that captivated the hearts of the nation.

Featuring unprecedented access to creators James Corden and Ruth Jones as well as the cast and crew as they film the final episodes together as they all say goodbye to this much cherished show.

We鈥檒l also hear from an array of celebrity fans who have their say on the show鈥檚 influence on British society and why they believe Gavin & Stacey is the best show on TV.

  • Gavin & Stacey: A Fond Farewell is coming to iPlayer and 大象传媒 One.

大象传媒 Radio 2 Breakfast: A Gavin and Stacey Takeover

Ruth Jones and James Corden sit together behind the microphone in the 大象传媒 Radio 2 studio wearing Santa hats. James rests his head on Ruth's shoulder.
(Image: 大象传媒)

Ruth Jones and James Corden will be presenting 大象传媒 Radio 2 Breakfast: A Gavin and Stacey Takeover live on Monday 23 December (6.30-9.30am).

James and Ruth will be joined by many of their fellow cast members from the series including Joanna Page, Mat Horne, Rob Brydon, Alison Steadman, Larry Lamb and Rob Wilfort - ahead of the much-anticipated final ever episode which will air on 大象传媒 One and iPlayer on Christmas Day (9pm).

Over three joyous hours in the Radio 2 studio, they will be entertaining listeners, exclusively revealing secrets about the making of the upcoming finale, sharing memories from the series across the years, talking about their favourite festive traditions and, of course, playing some brilliant songs to soundtrack the show as they invite us to 鈥榮tep into Christmas鈥� with them! Tune into 大象传媒 Radio 2 Breakfast: A Gavin and Stacey Takeover live on Radio 2 and 大象传媒 Sounds.

Barry Island Discs: Gavin & Stacey's Big Songs Send Off

Gavin and Stacey lean over a table to talk to each other while other characters from the series whirl around them in a specially created image

Ahead of the most anticipated TV event of the festive season presenter Alex Jones relives some of the key musical moments of Gavin & Stacey through behind-the-scenes stories from the cast, including exclusive interviews with James Corden, Joanna Page and Larry Lamb.

鈥淟ike the rest of the nation, Gavin & Stacey got me hooked from the first ever episode. That鈥檚 why I鈥檓 thrilled to be hosting Barry Island Discs: Gavin & Stacey's Big Songs Send Off," she explains.

鈥淛oin me and some of your favourite cast members as we laugh, dance and cry to the show鈥檚 great soundtrack, all while they share some exclusive behind-the-scenes stories. You don't want to miss this!"

Gavin & Stacey - The Fans鈥� Story

Looking for more Gavin & Stacey content ahead of the big day? Look no further! Barry resident Eleri Sion guides us through the fans' story of Britain's favourite sitcom.

She'll hear from the superfans who gathered on the seafront and on Trinity Street to greet the cast as they filmed the final scenes; from Radio Wales listeners, TV critics, plus a range of celebrities telling us about their favourite moments from the series.

The Gavin & Stacey Experience

A series of images of actors who've played roles in Gavin and Stacey, styled as instant photos with white frames

They're some of Gavin and Stacey's most memorable cult characters, but where are they now? Steffan Powell speaks to actors behind smaller roles that helped propel the show to its legendary status.

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