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Grandma's House

A successful television presenter has doubts about the direction of his career in the business and decides to quit to start searching for something more meaningful to do with his life.

10 Votes (7.8)

2010 HD 30min United Kingdom English Ended
Comedy
mother son relationship family jewish family mother daughter relationship sister sister relationship marriage engagement middle aged couple english middle class grandmother dating woes

Credits:

Simon Amstell

director

Linda Bassett

Grandma

Rebecca Front

Tanya

Samantha Spiro

Auntie Liz

James Smith

Clive Freeman

Jamal Hadjkura

Adam

S1E1 - The Day Simon Told His Family About His Important Decision 2010-08-09

When Simon tells his mum Tanya that hes quitting the entertainment show he presents, she is less than happy. While Simon struggles to make his mum realise that her new boyfriend Clive might not be the right man for her, Grandpa has discovered something that will leave Grandma in a panic. Meanwhile, Auntie Liz is struggling with her son Adam who appears to be starting a teenage rebellion.

S1E2 - The Day Simon Decided It Might Be a Nice Idea to Surprise His Mother with a Gift 2010-08-16

Simon has brought his mum, Tanya, an extravagant gift which she refuses to accept. Hes also trying to convince her that maybe she shouldnt marry Clive. Meanwhile, its Lizs birthday but nobody seems to care. Grandad has news from the doctor about his cancer scare and Simon has decided he might write a play for the theatre. However, his family isnt impressed.

S1E3 - The Day Simon Announced That He Was in Control of the Universe 2010-08-23

Simon has fallen in love. Hes also read a book that leads him to believe that he might be able to control the universe. The family isnt impressed though. Meanwhile, Grandpa has invited Deborah Adler to visit but Grandma doesnt like her and is less than happy. And Liz has had to take extreme measures to try to get her son, Adam, into a new school.

S1E4 - The Day Simon Decided He Was Forlorn 2010-08-30

Simon is having a life crisis and is depressed. The situation is exacerbated when a guest he interviewed on his show attacks him in the press. Tanya moves into Clives house, much to Simons irritation. Meanwhile, Grandma and Grandpa plan a cruise.

S1E5 - The Day Simon Felt the Family Was Ready to Be Healed 2010-09-06

Simon has been on a life-changing course and has decided its his job to heal the family. He starts by giving his Granddad an exercise ball. Tanya has had a realisation that maybe Clive isnt the man for her, and when the family discover that Simon has organised a surprise for them, they are fearful what Grandma might do to him.

S1E6 - The Day Simon Finally Found the Strength to Accept that His Mother Was Getting Married 2010-09-13

When Grandpa is taken ill, its unsure whether Tanya and Clive will be able to get married today. Grandma takes on the responsibility of trying to resolve the situation, but is she right to advise Tanya to get married? Meanwhile, Liz has a favour to ask of Simon which might help Adam sort out his schooling problems.

S2E1 - The Day Simon Officially Became a Very Good and Totally Employable Actor 2012-04-19

It has been six months since the death of Grandpa, and Simon is living with Grandma. He has lost his presenting career and London flat, but is now set to act in a low-key BBC comedy. Tanya and Liz havent spoken to each other since their fathers funeral, and Grandma makes an underhanded attempt at bringing them back together. Meanwhile, for the sake of the reunion, man-of-the-house Simon needs to get rid of an interesting young visitor and an uncomfortably persistent Clive

S2E2 - The Day Simon Thought It May Be a Good Idea to Find New Living Arrangements 2012-04-26

Simon has been living with Grandma in Gants Hill for some months now and is beginning to feel it. Lizs husband Barry makes a rare appearance as they strive to spend some quality time together. Simon learns that Barrys firm has a flat in London but must negotiate a way around Barrys personality in order to escape. Meanwhile, as Clive attempts to impress Tanya with his work on the roof, Adam discovers something from the past.

S2E3 - The Day Simon Attempted to Express Actual Feelings Just Like a Person 2012-05-03

Having landed a role in The Tempest, Simon is focusing on trying to cry. Meanwhile, Grandma is having trouble coming to terms with the death of her husband and Tanya has arranged a thrilling surprise for her own birthday. Also, unbeknownst to the family, Clive wakes up in Grandmas loft due to issues with alcohol.

S2E4 - The Day Simon Was Really Determined to Heal his Grandma's Pain 2012-05-10

Simons rehearsals for The Tempest have been going well. There seems to be chemistry between him and the talented actor/director Ben Theodore, and theres even talk of a possible date tonight. The rift between Liz and Tanya threatens to deepen as Clive arrives with some rather upsetting news. Meanwhile, Simon has also arranged for his Grandma to see a therapist due to her unresolved grief and ensuing kleptomania

S2E5 - The Day Simon Found Himself Back on the Path to Fulfilment and Joy 2012-05-17

Tanya is thrilled when Simon finally makes his big TV comeback, albeit a short interview to promote his play. Simon is starting to feel validated as an artist - however, a tiny off-the-cuff comment he made about an opera singers tumour has been picked up by a popular newspaper, who really dont like that sort of thing.

S2E6 - The Day Simon and His Family Opened the Door to Acceptance 2012-05-24

Its Tanya and Clives wedding day again, but Simon has other concerns as he is given a lesson in tough love. His play is also in jeopardy since director Ben Theodore has suddenly dropped out. Meanwhile Barry has gone missing, Adam finds new love, and all of Simons problems could be resolved as Ben arrives with wonderful news.