The Gavin And Stacey finale received mixed reviews from critics and fans alike, sparking discussions about its emotional impact and nostalgic elements
London: The Gavin And Stacey finale has stirred up quite the buzz. Fans and critics are raving about it, calling it a “comedy masterpiece” and a nostalgic treat.
This special aired on Christmas Day and took viewers on a wild ride filled with weddings and beloved characters zooming around in a coach.
Critics loved how Neil “Smithy” Smith and Vanessa “Nessa” Jenkins finally got their happy ending after that cliffhanger from the 2019 special.
The Guardian gave it five stars, describing it as a beautiful mix of nostalgia and love. They really hit the nail on the head with that one.
Rachel Aroesti from The Guardian said if you’re already a fan, this emotional goodbye will definitely tug at your heartstrings.
The Telegraph also awarded it five stars, calling it the best comedy of the year. They praised Alison Steadman’s role as Pam, Gavin’s quirky mom, and Ruth Jones as Nessa.
Singh, the arts editor, mentioned how Nessa was about to leave on a cargo ship when Smithy proposed. What a perfect ending!
Emily Baker from the i newspaper went all out, saying, “Cancel everything, this is the best TV ever!” She highlighted the love letter vibe of the show.
There were plenty of callbacks to old jokes and surprises that even die-hard fans didn’t see coming.
Radio Times gave it four stars, calling it a fitting end to a beloved series. But they did mention it felt a bit predictable.
After five long years, fans finally found out how Smithy responded to Nessa’s love confession. Spoiler alert: it didn’t start off great for them.
They were interrupted before he could answer, and he ended up proposing to his girlfriend Sonia instead. Talk about a twist!
Fans were eager to watch it together, celebrating the show’s themes of friendship and family. Corden and Jones expressed their gratitude for the journey.
Jason Donovan and other celebs praised the finale, with Gabby Logan feeling both sad and grateful for the show’s legacy.
Rob Brydon, who played Uncle Bryn, thanked the creators for the experience, and Larry Lamb echoed that sentiment, feeling proud to be part of it.
Mathew Horne shared a heartfelt message, thanking fans for their support. It’s clear this show has left a lasting impact on everyone involved.