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BBC Orders More Ann Droid After Huge Hit
27 Aug
Summary
- Ann Droid, a comedy series about self-help robots, has been renewed for season two.
- The show's debut attracted 7.6 million viewers, making it a significant success.
- The series stars Diane Morgan and Sue Johnston as key characters.
The BBC has greenlit a second season for the hit comedy series Ann Droid. The show, created by and starring Diane Morgan, focuses on the comedic situations arising from self-help robots assisting with independent living. Its initial broadcast garnered 7.6 million viewers, establishing it as a major success for the BBC within its first year.
The series features Sue Johnston as Sue, a character who receives a second-hand droid to aid her independence. The renewal comes after overwhelmingly positive audience and public response, as confirmed by cast members Sue Johnston and Diane Morgan. They expressed their excitement and gratitude for the show's reception.
Executive producer Shane Allen highlighted the audience's affection for Ann Droid, praising the lead actresses and the creative team. The production is a collaboration between Boffola Pictures and Witchcraft Industries for BBC iPlayer and BBC One. Global sales will be managed by BBC Studios, which holds a minority investment in Boffola Pictures.
