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Family Fraud: Dawn French Stars in New Comedy
19 Nov
Summary
- Dawn French plays a widow who fakes her husband's death for insurance.
- The plan complicates family life when her police officer daughter-in-law investigates.
- The six-part sitcom, filmed in the West Country, premieres in early 2026.
A new six-part sitcom, "Can You Keep a Secret?", is set to debut on BBC iPlayer and BBC One in early 2026, featuring a star-studded cast including Dawn French. The comedy centers on Debbie Fendon, a determined grandmother who, along with her supposedly deceased husband William, concocts a plan to defraud an insurance company.
The elaborate scheme to secure funds for their retirement begins to unravel when their son Harry, who is dealing with his own family and a potential payout from his father's 'death', faces immense pressure. The situation becomes particularly precarious due to his wife Neha, a local police officer, who could expose the family's fraudulent activities.
Filmed and set in the picturesque West Country, the series explores the dynamics of an unconventional family navigating a criminal venture. This comedy promises to deliver relatable situations and humor as it questions whether the Fendon family can maintain their deception.
