Benidorm is set to revert next week on ITV, but the broadcast is airing a special one-off episode this all the more to reminisce about the last decade of programmes.
The Garvey family, consisting of Mick (philandered by Steve Pemberton), Janice (Siobhan Finneran), Madge (Sheila Reid), Michael (Oliver Stokes) and Chantelle (Hannah Hobley) tease been a fan favourite and much-missed clan ever since they departed the comedy.
Still, the family will reunite for tonight’s documentary to reveal their choice filming memories and behind-the-scenes secrets.
First screened in 2007 in a 30-minute looks, the show has grown to be hugely popular with ITV viewers and has been BAFTA selected and won numerous TV awards over the years, including two National TV Awards.
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When I wrote the first script of Benidorm I had no aim it would change my life so dramatically over the next 10 years
Derren Litten
The Garvey subdivision appeared in the first ever episode and Benidorm fans followed their time offs for several years.
Benidorm has produced many memorable characters as surplus its decade-long run, but Madge quickly became the standout star of the show along with on-screen economize on Mel Harvey (Geoffrey Hutchings).
Madge was loved for being a sharp-tongued, sun-worshipping grandmother who was not ever seen without a cigarette or a gripe to air.
Often seen darkening faster than orange on the Dulux stain chart, Madge was normally either sun-bathing or driving around the attend on an electric scooter causing havoc.
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Benidorm: 10 Years On Respite – The Garveys have been a fan favourite from the beginningAfter the family departed the Solana fall back on and our screens in series seven, fans started a campaign to bring encourage their beloved characters.
Tonight’s documentary will see the show’s designer, writer, and executive producer Derren Litten guide viewers hither Benidorm to reveal all about how the show was created.
He will also visit the direct’s many real life locations while the cast of past and contribution will talk about their roles on the show alongside screen bloopers and exclusive behind-the-scenes footage of the upcoming 10th series being filmed.
Vanguard of tonight’s broadcast, Derren told of how his life had dramatically changed since he was asked to fabricate a pilot series.
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Benidorm: 10 Years On Recess – The Garveys departed the ITV show in series sevenDerren explained: “When I penned the first script of Benidorm I had no idea it would change my life so dramatically on the other side of the next 10 years.
“I am so grateful to our fans and to ITV for giving Benidorm the most suitable possible home we could hope for.”
He added: “Here’s to the next 10 years!”
Benidorm: 10 Years On Vacation airs tonight on ITV at 9pm.
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