Two Pints of Lager star Will Mellor reveals fate of hit sitcom after revealing a new script was ready --[Reported by Umva mag]

WILL Mellor has addressed fans’ hopes for a potential reunion of the hit sitcom Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps. While there has been a growing buzz for the show to return, the actor recently spoke about the challenges in making it happen. BBCWill, who starred as Gaz Wilkinson, addressed whether a reunion is on the cards[/caption] BBCWill admitted a reunion nearly come to fruition in the past and there was a script ready[/caption] Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps is a British television sitcom that ran from 26 February 2001 to 24 May 2011. The series revolves around five young friends who live life together, experiencing love, romance, friendship, overcoming difficulties and learning lessons. Will, who starred as Gaz Wilkinson in the comedy, acknowledged fans’ enthusiasm for a reunion, but hinted it might not be as straightforward due to various logistical and creative issues. Despite the nostalgia for the beloved series, Will’s comments suggest that while he’s open to the idea, it’s uncertain if a reunion special will actually materialise. In an interview with The Radio Times, Will revealed that a reunion special for Two Pints of Lager has nearly come to fruition in the past and that it remains a possibility for the future. He said: “Nostalgia is a big thing, people grew up with that show, and we did have a script called Two Pints, Last Orders. “Susan Nickson, the original creator, wrote it, and the BBC said they didn’t want to revisit it. So there is a massive hunger for it. “People are begging us to really bring it back, and I would always be up for going back there and revisiting it, whether it be a documentary or a one-off special, because it was a massive part of my life and people loved it. “I would definitely revisit it if there was an opportunity to do so, absolutely.” With Will and co-star Ralf Little on board, Sheridan Smith and Kathryn Drysdale would be involved as well. In 2021, Sheridan Smith expressed her interest in revisiting her character, Janet Keogh, from Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps. In an interview with Metro, she praised the successful reunion of Gavin & Stacey and mentioned that she wouldn’t rule out the possibility of reuniting the Two Pints cast if everyone’s schedules aligned. She noted: “I mean that would be brilliant… we might end up getting the Two Pints gang back together.” Meanwhile, Gavin & Stacey is set to return with a second reunion special during this year’s festive season. Best BBC comedies We look back at some of the best to ever grace the screen. Fawlty Towers (1975-1979) – Only two series were made of the beloved institution. However, the cultural impact of the series starring John Cleese and Connie Booth spans decades. It follows rude and intolerant Basil Fawlty (Cleese) as he attempts to improve the reputation of his hotel. Only Fools and Horses (1981-2003) – The show was crowned by some as the best British sitcom of all time by a TV poll in 2004. Seven series were broadcast on BBC until 1991 with additional sporadic Christmas specials airing until 2003. Sir David Jason starred as ambitious market trader Derek “Del Boy” Trotter whilst Nicholas Lyndhurst played his younger half-brother Rodney. Set in working-class Peckham in south-east London, it follows the highs and lows of the lives of the Trotters’, in particular their brazen attempts to get rich. Blackadder (1983 – 1989) – Four series were made of the iconic show, created by Richard Curtis and Rowan Atkinson. Each series spans a different historical period as anti-hero Edmund Blackadder (Atkinson) tries to better himself in each society. Accompanied by his dogsbody Baldrick (Tony Robinson), trouble always ensues. A TV poll in 2004 found that Blackadder was voted the second-best British sitcom of all time Absolutely Fabulous (1992 – 2012) – Jennifer Saunders and Joanna Lumley star as failing PR guru Edina ‘Eddie’ Monsoon and alcoholic fashionista Patsy Stone. The pair embark on heavy-drinking sessions and abuse drugs in a desperate attempt to stay ‘hip’. Eddie constantly chases bizarre fads and fails to lose weight whilst her disappointed and neglected daughter Saffy (Julia Sawalha) looks on. Little Britain (2003 – 2006) – The premise is simple. A sketch show which features different British people from all walks of life that are engaged in all sorts of comical scenarios. Starring Matt Lucas and David Walliams, the pair created iconic pop culture characters. Viewers loved obnoxious council estate teenager Vicky Pollard, morbidly obese scrounger Bubbles Devere, slimming coach Marjorie Dawes, despondent office worker Carol Beer, disgraced politician Sir Norman Fry, of course the iconic Lou and Andy! The Catherine Tate Show (2004-2015) – A sketch sh

WILL Mellor has addressed fans’ hopes for a potential reunion of the hit sitcom Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps.

While there has been a growing buzz for the show to return, the actor recently spoke about the challenges in making it happen.

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Will, who starred as Gaz Wilkinson, addressed whether a reunion is on the cards[/caption]

BBC

Will admitted a reunion nearly come to fruition in the past and there was a script ready[/caption]

Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps is a British television sitcom that ran from 26 February 2001 to 24 May 2011.

The series revolves around five young friends who live life together, experiencing love, romance, friendship, overcoming difficulties and learning lessons.

Will, who starred as Gaz Wilkinson in the comedy, acknowledged fans’ enthusiasm for a reunion, but hinted it might not be as straightforward due to various logistical and creative issues.

Despite the nostalgia for the beloved series, Will’s comments suggest that while he’s open to the idea, it’s uncertain if a reunion special will actually materialise.

In an interview with The Radio Times, Will revealed that a reunion special for Two Pints of Lager has nearly come to fruition in the past and that it remains a possibility for the future.

He said: “Nostalgia is a big thing, people grew up with that show, and we did have a script called Two Pints, Last Orders.

“Susan Nickson, the original creator, wrote it, and the BBC said they didn’t want to revisit it. So there is a massive hunger for it.

“People are begging us to really bring it back, and I would always be up for going back there and revisiting it, whether it be a documentary or a one-off special, because it was a massive part of my life and people loved it.

“I would definitely revisit it if there was an opportunity to do so, absolutely.”

With Will and co-star Ralf Little on board, Sheridan Smith and Kathryn Drysdale would be involved as well.

In 2021, Sheridan Smith expressed her interest in revisiting her character, Janet Keogh, from Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps.

In an interview with Metro, she praised the successful reunion of Gavin & Stacey and mentioned that she wouldn’t rule out the possibility of reuniting the Two Pints cast if everyone’s schedules aligned.

She noted: “I mean that would be brilliant… we might end up getting the Two Pints gang back together.”

Meanwhile, Gavin & Stacey is set to return with a second reunion special during this year’s festive season.

Best BBC comedies

We look back at some of the best to ever grace the screen.

Fawlty Towers (1975-1979) – Only two series were made of the beloved institution. However, the cultural impact of the series starring John Cleese and Connie Booth spans decades. It follows rude and intolerant Basil Fawlty (Cleese) as he attempts to improve the reputation of his hotel.

Only Fools and Horses (1981-2003) – The show was crowned by some as the best British sitcom of all time by a TV poll in 2004. Seven series were broadcast on BBC until 1991 with additional sporadic Christmas specials airing until 2003. Sir David Jason starred as ambitious market trader Derek “Del Boy” Trotter whilst Nicholas Lyndhurst played his younger half-brother Rodney. Set in working-class Peckham in south-east London, it follows the highs and lows of the lives of the Trotters’, in particular their brazen attempts to get rich.

Blackadder (1983 – 1989) – Four series were made of the iconic show, created by Richard Curtis and Rowan Atkinson. Each series spans a different historical period as anti-hero Edmund Blackadder (Atkinson) tries to better himself in each society. Accompanied by his dogsbody Baldrick (Tony Robinson), trouble always ensues. A TV poll in 2004 found that Blackadder was voted the second-best British sitcom of all time

Absolutely Fabulous (1992 – 2012) – Jennifer Saunders and Joanna Lumley star as failing PR guru Edina ‘Eddie’ Monsoon and alcoholic fashionista Patsy Stone. The pair embark on heavy-drinking sessions and abuse drugs in a desperate attempt to stay ‘hip’. Eddie constantly chases bizarre fads and fails to lose weight whilst her disappointed and neglected daughter Saffy (Julia Sawalha) looks on.

Little Britain (2003 – 2006) – The premise is simple. A sketch show which features different British people from all walks of life that are engaged in all sorts of comical scenarios. Starring Matt Lucas and David Walliams, the pair created iconic pop culture characters. Viewers loved obnoxious council estate teenager Vicky Pollard, morbidly obese scrounger Bubbles Devere, slimming coach Marjorie Dawes, despondent office worker Carol Beer, disgraced politician Sir Norman Fry, of course the iconic Lou and Andy!

The Catherine Tate Show (2004-2015) – A sketch show starring the likes of Catherine Tate. She made iconic characters such as rowdy schoolgirl Lauren Cooper with her line ‘Am I bovvered?’. Other characters featured Bernie the nurse, the aga saga woman, complaining couple Janice and Ray, and of course her infamous ‘Nan’, Joannie Taylor. The last character herself spawned multiple specials and even a movie.

Gavin and Stacey (2007 – Present) The series tells the story of Gavin (Matthew Horne) and Stacey (Joanna Page). The pair embarked on an online and telephone romance for six months. But when they finally decide to be together properly, their friends and family get in the way. Ruth Jones and James Corden created the beloved show, which has been going for over a decade. The 2019 Christmas special was the most-watched comedy in 17 years and the most-viewed non-sporting event in a decade.

Will Two Pints of Lager follow suit?

Will has recently reunited with his Two Pints of Lager co-star Ralf Little for the reality show Will & Ralf Should Know Better.

This collaboration follows their successful live tour earlier in 2024.

In the series, they will explore life in their forties by taking on a variety of new challenges each episode.

These challenges will include experiences like living off the grid and delving into spirituality, showcasing their growth and adventures as they navigate this new stage of life.

Ralf previously told The Sun: “I am thrilled to be working with Will again as it’s always so much fun.

“This time we get to explore how we should be living in the modern world while educating ourselves, and having a laugh at the same time.”

Will added: “I’ve wanted to do a series like this for years. Going on a journey with Ralf to open our minds and push our limits… what could possibly go wrong?

“We’re both in our forties and probably a bit set in our ways, so now is the perfect time to see how we could be doing life better.

“Hopefully, we’ll come out of it better equipped for the modern world and, ideally, still in one piece.”

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