Nighty Night

Nighty Night (2004-2005)

EndedScripted showDrama, Comedy

Julia Davis heads an impressive cast in Nighty Night, a dark comedy/drama series which she also wrote. The series could be described as a West Country version of Fatal Attraction. It centres on Jill, a woman with an obsession, who is the co-owner of a suburban beauty salon. She has other things on her mind, though, namely the handsome doctor who lives in the house opposite with his wife, a wheelchair user. Jill claims her hospitalised husband is dying of a terminal illness and so descends on the life of the unfortunate couple and refuses to leave. The series won a Banff Award and Davis won a Royal Television Society Award for her performance and got a highly positive reception from TV critics.

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Scheduleevery Tuesday at 22:30 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E06Episode 6Okt. 11, 2005
S02E05Episode 5Okt. 4, 2005
S02E04Episode 4Sept. 27, 2005
S02E03Episode 3Sept. 20, 2005
S02E02Episode 2Sept. 13, 2005
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Nighty Night' premiere?

'Nighty Night' premiered on January 6, 2004.

Who created 'Nighty Night'?

'Nighty Night' was created by Julia Davis.

What genre does 'Nighty Night' belong to?

'Nighty Night' is a dark comedy television show.

Who played the lead character, Jill Tyrell, in 'Nighty Night'?

Julia Davis played the lead character, Jill Tyrell, in 'Nighty Night'.

What is the premise of 'Nighty Night'?

'Nighty Night' revolves around the manipulative and morally questionable actions of Jill Tyrell, a woman desperate to find a new partner after her husband is diagnosed with cancer.

Who played the role of Terry, Jill Tyrell's husband, in 'Nighty Night'?

Kevin Eldon played the role of Terry in 'Nighty Night'.

Where is the setting of 'Nighty Night'?

'Nighty Night' is set in the fictional town of Glendora, England.

Who played the role of Don Cole, Jill's neighbor, in 'Nighty Night'?

Angus Deayton played the role of Don Cole in 'Nighty Night'.

What is the running time of each episode of 'Nighty Night'?

Each episode of 'Nighty Night' has a running time of approximately 30 minutes.

What is the tone of 'Nighty Night'?

'Nighty Night' has a dark and twisted sense of humor, often tackling taboo subjects with its satirical approach.

Who directed the episodes of 'Nighty Night'?

Tony Dow directed the episodes of 'Nighty Night'.

Who played the role of Cathy Cole, Don's wife, in 'Nighty Night'?

Rebecca Front played the role of Cathy Cole in 'Nighty Night'.

What are some recurring themes explored in 'Nighty Night'?

Some recurring themes explored in 'Nighty Night' include obsession, manipulation, and the dark side of human nature.

Who played the role of Linda, Jill's best friend, in 'Nighty Night'?

Ruth Jones played the role of Linda in 'Nighty Night'.

What critical acclaim did 'Nighty Night' receive?

'Nighty Night' received critical acclaim for its bold and darkly comedic storytelling, as well as its strong performances.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'Nighty Night'?

The first season of 'Nighty Night' consisted of six episodes.

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