BBC sitcom ‘Ann Droid’ sparks viewer praise and demand for second series
BBC One and iPlayer released the six‑part sitcom Ann Droid, co‑created and co‑written by Diane Morgan and Sarah Kendall. Set in 2029, the comedy follows newly widowed Sue (Sue Johnston) and her second‑hand elder‑care robot Linda, played by Morgan. All six episodes were made available at once, and the series quickly topped BBC’s streaming chart.
Viewers have praised the show’s blend of humor and grief, with many posting comments such as, “This show was great, hope there’s a second series.” Demand for a second season has been widespread. The programme is free on BBC iPlayer in the UK and can be streamed internationally via VPN, prompting requests from audiences in Germany, Australia and other countries for broader licensing.
The series has been described as a “sad‑com” that tackles loneliness and aging while delivering deadpan comedy, and it has sparked a binge‑watch trend, with some fans watching all episodes in a single sitting.
Entities: Ann Droid · BBC · Diane Morgan · Sarah Kendall · Sue Johnston
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- [● 2 SOURCES] The series has topped BBC's streaming chart shortly after release. (existing)
- [● 3 SOURCES] All six episodes of 'Ann Droid' were released simultaneously on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. (existing)
- [● 2 SOURCES] Viewers have praised the series and are demanding a second season. (existing)
- [● 2 SOURCES] 'Ann Droid' is set in the year 2029 and follows a widowed woman and an elder‑care robot. (existing)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] 'Ann Droid' is freely available on BBC iPlayer in the UK and can be accessed internationally via VPN. (existing)
- [● 2 SOURCES] 'Ann Droid' is a BBC sitcom co‑created and co‑written by Diane Morgan and Sarah Kendall. (BBC press release, article summaries)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The show has attracted interest from viewers in Germany, Australia and other countries. (article summaries)
- [● 2 SOURCES] The series stars Diane Morgan as the robot Linda and Sue Johnston as the widowed Sue. (existing)
- [● 2 SOURCES] Ann Droid is a six‑part BBC sitcom co‑created and co‑written by Diane Morgan and Sarah Kendall. (new)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Viewers from Germany and Australia have asked the BBC to license the series in their countries. (new)