Nighty Night
Nighty Night

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Nighty Night

2005
TV Show
Ended
3 Seasons
English

Jill Tyrell is a narcissistic sociopath who manages a beauty parlour alongside her moronic, asthmatic assistant Linda. When Jill learns that her husband has cancer, she uses this fact to manipulate new neighbour Cathy Cole, a wheelchair user with multiple sclerosis whose husband Don, a womanising doctor, Jill has become obsessed with.

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IMDb7.6/10
Director: Connie FletcherGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

Jill, a narcissistic and manipulative woman, is desperate to insert herself into the life of her new neighbour, Anne, and her husband, Mike. Jill employs increasingly bizarre and ruthless tactics to achieve her goal, often causing chaos and distress to those around her. The series follows Jill's elaborate schemes as she contorts reality to suit her own needs, oblivious to the damage she inflicts.

Critical Reception

Nighty Night was critically acclaimed for its sharp writing, dark humor, and Julia Davis's fearless performance. It was praised for its uncomfortable yet compelling portrayal of social awkwardness and narcissistic personality traits, becoming a cult hit for its unique brand of cringe comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its hilariously dark and awkward humor.

  • Commended for Julia Davis's masterful performance as the unlikeable protagonist.

  • Recognized for its sharp writing and fearless exploration of social dynamics.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the show's unique and 'cringe-worthy' humor, with many appreciating its bold and often uncomfortable comedic style. Julia Davis's performance is frequently cited as a major strength, though some viewers find the characters too unlikable.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for a BAFTA TV Award for Best Comedy Programme in 2007.

Fun Fact

Julia Davis initially wrote the script for 'Nighty Night' with herself in mind for the lead role, drawing inspiration from characters she found both irritating and fascinating in real life.

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Timefox881

Timefox881

**_This_** is British comedy. I hear people talk about how much they love "British comedy". So I ask them what shows, specifically, and they tell me stuff like Black Books or The Inbetweeners or The IT Crowd. Basic, formulaic, safe sitco...