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Saunders & Lumley: Ab Fab Future & New TV Roles
1 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Jennifer Saunders discussed Absolutely Fabulous' future, citing age as a factor.
- Saunders and Lumley reunite for Amandaland Christmas special after 30 years.
- Ab Fab comeback unlikely due to age, say stars; new roles await.
- Jennifer Saunders revealed her thoughts on an Absolutely Fabulous revival.
- Saunders and Lumley to appear together on screen after three decades.
Jennifer Saunders has provided an update on the potential future of the beloved British sitcom Absolutely Fabulous, hinting that age is a significant consideration for a revival. While fans frequently inquire about a return for Edina and Patsy, Saunders, aged 67, and Lumley, 79, acknowledge the considerable energy required for such a project. This news comes as the iconic duo prepares for their first on-screen reunion in thirty years.
Saunders and Lumley will star together in the Christmas special of 'Amandaland', a spin-off of 'Motherland'. Saunders will portray Felicity's sister, Joan, expressing great enthusiasm for the well-written script and character-driven humor. This collaboration follows their appearance together at a Burberry show, which evoked nostalgia for their 'Ab Fab' days, though they have not acted together on television since the show concluded.
