Key Highlights
- Daddy Issues returns for a second series with Aimee Lou Wood and David Morrissey reprising their roles.
- The new episodes will be available from Friday 21 November on BBC One, BBC Three, and BBC iPlayer.
- Gemma (Aimee Lou Wood) is navigating motherhood while Malcolm (David Morrissey) adjusts to his role as a grandad.
- Generational themes are explored through the characters’ relationships with their parents and pasts.
New Season of Daddy Issues: A Return to Stockport
The popular BBC comedy series Daddy Issues is back for a second run, bringing its heartwarming yet humorous look at family life and parenthood. The show returns on Friday 21 November, making it available across multiple platforms including BBC One, BBC Three, and the iPlayer.
Aimee Lou Wood, who portrays Gemma, shared her excitement about returning to her hometown for the new episodes: “It’s so nice being back with this cast; it’s my favourite job in the world.”
Generational Dynamics and Generational Curses
The second series delves deeper into the generational themes that have become a hallmark of Daddy Issues. Aimee Lou Wood described how the show explores inherited patterns: “We get to know Gemma’s mum Davina, adding a new layer of understanding why Gemma is the way she is and why her sister Catherine is the way she is. We also meet Gemma’s granddad and Malcolm’s dad, which adds another layer.” David Morrissey, who plays Malcolm, added: “The biggest challenge I find on Daddy Issues consistently is just not laughing when these people, who I think are the funniest people in the world, are doing something ridiculous.”
Behind-the-Scenes and Character Development
The cast’s bond has only grown stronger since the first series. David Fynn, who plays Derek, highlighted the spirit of camaraderie on set: “It does feel like a real family spirit. And every day coming to work is a joy.” Sarah Hadland, portraying Rita, echoed these sentiments: “Everyone is so silly and fun!
We feel safe to be our crazy selves and you are guaranteed to spend the day in absolute stitches laughing.”
The new season promises more laughs and heartwarming moments. Taj Atwal’s character Cherry is set for a nuanced development as Gemma navigates single motherhood: “We see a more nuanced side of Cherry this series as Gemma and her navigate fall outs, single motherhood and the loneliness & isolation that comes with it.”
Logistical Challenges and Humorous Moments
The logistical challenges of filming with babies on set have been a highlight for the cast. Aimee Lou Wood shared: “Filming with a baby has been the best thing. It’s made me broody.
And I don’t like it when the babies go away.” The cast also enjoyed some offbeat adventures, such as David Fynn and David Morrissey’s kayaking trip in the Peak District, which David Morrissey described as “quite interesting.”
The new series will take Gemma on a wild ride filled with heartwarming moments and comedic misadventures. As Aimee Lou Wood put it, “The comedy is still there, but the heart is all still there, and the characters are bound together because they all love each other really.”
With its blend of humor and heartfelt storytelling, Daddy Issues continues to resonate with audiences. As the show explores both the challenges and joys of parenthood, it provides a relatable and entertaining glimpse into modern family life.
