The series begins with Gavin and Stacey chatting on the phone planning their first date in London after six months of telephone flirting. The prospective couple meet up and hit it off straight away. They are joined by their best friends Smithy and Nessa who engage in their own sexual relationship much to Smithy's own disbelief. Well written and very funny, the main characters develop swiftly, as does the plot. The program reminded me a little of "The Royle family" with comical insight into the British psyche. Nessa (played by co writer Ruth Jones) is one of my favourite characters , her matter of fact opinions and presence are gold, but as all are very funny in their own way it would be tricky to pick a stand out character. Just watch it, Highly recommended!
Review of Episode #1.1
