Daddy Issues starring Aimee Lou Wood and David Morrissey set to return for a second series on BBC Three and iPlayer
PHOTO: Gemma (Aimee Lou Wood); Malcolm (David Morrissey) (Image: BBC/Fudge Park Productions/Matt Squires)
Date Published: September 16, 2024 — BBC Comedy has ordered a second series of hit show Daddy Issues, starring Aimee Lou Wood and David Morrissey, from Fudge Park following a hugely successful debut on BBC Three and iPlayer. Daddy Issues is the biggest comedy launch for BBC Three since the start of 2022 (based on 7 day figures). From dating disasters and failed romances through to toxic friendships and messy family dynamics, the show is a big hearted story about a father and daughter, and the reality of facing up to parenthood – at any stage of life.
Set in Stockport the first series saw Gemma (Aimee Lou Wood) discover she’s pregnant after a random hook-up. With her sister Catherine (Sharon Rooney) in prison and her mum Davina (Susan Lynch) travelling around the world to find herself, Gemma had no choice but to turn to her hapless father Malcolm (David Morrissey) for support. The end of the series saw Gemma going into labour at Rita’s (Sarah Hadland) salon, then giving birth to baby Sadie with friends Cherry (Taj Atwal) and Xander (Arian Nik) by her side. Meanwhile Malcolm rushed to make it to the hospital in time, with toxic friend Derek (David Fynn) in tow. But a face from the past could change everything for them.
Jon Petrie, Director of BBC Comedy says “We’re delighted to play midwife to a second series of Daddy Issues. Danielle Ward’s razor sharp scripts and the dream pairing of Aimee Lou Wood and David Morrissey have struck a chord with viewers and we can’t wait to see Gemma and Malcolm take the first steps on their parenting/grand-parenting journey.”
Aimee Lou Wood says “Daddy Issues is the most fun I’ve ever had on a job and I can’t wait to do it again! I’m so excited to see what Danielle has cooking for Malcolm, Gemma, Sadie and the gang. I just know it’s going to be hilarious and heart melting.”
David Morrissey says “I’m delighted to be doing another series of Daddy Issues. Working with Aimee was a dream, and Danielle’s writing is so funny and heartwarming! Can’t wait!”
Danielle Ward, writer says “A second series? And I’ve found out by reading this press release? Unbelievable. I’m thrilled to be writing for Aimee and David (and the rest of this fabulous cast) again. I love the Moscrips and can’t wait to crack on with their continuing adventures. Sure a bit of a break would be nice but my hair will grow back, right?”
Phil Gilbert, Executive Producer Fudge Park says “All of us at Fudge Park are cock-a-hoop to be heading back to Stockport for more messy father/daughter dynamics. Aimee and David are a total joy on screen and off, and Danielle is the sharpest scribe in town. Thanks to the BBC for continuing to back the show, and for all the love we’ve had for series one.”
Rebecca Dundon, SVP Scripted Content, International at Fremantle says “It’s been a real pleasure to work with the amazing teams at Fudge Park and the BBC on Daddy Issues and we couldn’t be more excited to re-join them for a second season. The success of the first series is testament to Danielle’s utterly brilliant scripts and Aimee and David’s incredible double act. They provided audiences with not only plenty of laugh-out loud-moments, but some real heartwarming father daughter drama too.” With a slate of exciting international deals already in the pipeline, I can’t wait for global audiences to see what’s in store next”
The show has received widespread critical acclaim:
**** “A comedy for our times.” – The Guardian
**** “A hilarious voyage around the most useless of fathers.” – The Daily Telegraph
**** “Thanks to its winning central duo, Daddy Issues feels like a warm hug of a show.” – The Independent
**** “Daddy Issues is a sharp, sweet and incessantly witty take on parenthood, female friendships and mid-life crises.” – Evening Standard
**** “I zipped through all six seriously entertaining episodes in one afternoon and was left wanting much, much more.” – The i
All episodes of Daddy Issues are available to view on BBC iPlayer.
Daddy Issues (6 x 30) is a Fudge Park production for BBC Three and BBC iPlayer, created and written by Danielle Ward (Brassic). It was commissioned by Jon Petrie, Director of Comedy Commissioning at the BBC and Fiona Campbell, Controller, Youth Audience, BBC iPlayer and BBC Three. The Director is Damon Beesley (White Gold), the Producer is Lynn Roberts (Man Like Mobeen) and the Executive Producers are Phil Gilbert (White Gold) for Fudge Park Productions, alongside Aimee Lou Wood, David Morrissey, Danielle Ward and Damon Beesley. The commissioner for the BBC is Seb Barwell. Fremantle is handling global sales.
Further information for Daddy Issues will be announced in due course.
Watch the trailer for season one below:
Source
BBC Three
