The BBC is not getting rid of their ‘Daddy Issues‘ as the UK broadcaster renews the Aimee Lou Wood and David Morrissey-fronted comedy for a 2nd Season.
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.
“We’re delighted to play midwife to a second series of Daddy Issues,” said Jon Petrie, Director of BBC Comedy. “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.”
‘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.
“Daddy Issues is the most fun I’ve ever had on a job and I can’t wait to do it again,” said Aimee Lou Wood. “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 adds “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!”
The series is a Fudge Park (The Inbetweeners, White Gold) 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.
“A second series? And I’ve found out by reading this press release? Unbelievable,” joked Ward. “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?”
Alongside Wood and Morrissey, season one of the comedy also features Sharon Rooney (Barbie), Sarah Hadland (Miranda), Taj Atwal (Hullraisers), Arian Nik (Count Abdulla), Tom Stourton (Stath Lets Flats), Susan Lynch (Sex Education), Susannah Fielding (This Time with Alan Partridge), Lauren O’Rourke (Henpocalypse), Cyril Nri (Death in Paradise), Cora Kirk (Grantchester), Perry Fitzgerald (Line of Duty), Claire Keelan (The Trip), Damien Molony (Brassic), Sherrie Hewson (Benidorm), Humphrey Ker (Welcome to Wrexham) and David Reed (Ghosts).
“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, said Rebecca Dundon, SVP Scripted Content, International at Fremantle. “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.”
‘Daddy Issues‘ Season 1 can be found on BBC iPlayer right now. If you want to keep track of this or any other show, you can add them via our Never Miss system, and you’ll be notified when it gets a UK premiere date.
