Outnumbered Christmas Special 2024
- Dec 26, 2024, UK
British sitcom Outnumbered first aired in August 2007 and spanned five seasons before a 2016 Christmas special.
The show enjoyed critical acclaim during its run, with many critics praising its semi-improvisational script and accurate portrayal of family life.
As it has been eight years since viewers last saw the Brockman family on their TV screens, many fans cannot wait to watch the 2024 Outnumbered Christmas Special.
There is no doubt their Christmas will be as chaotic as ever, even though the kids are all grown up.
If you are eager to see what the characters have been up to since the last festive edition, you’ll be happy to know you don’t have long to wait.
Here is everything you need to know about the Outnumbered Christmas Special 2024, including its date, time, channel, plot, and cast.
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When and Where Can I Watch Outnumbered Christmas Special 2024?
Tune in to see what the Brockman family is up to by watching the Outnumbered Christmas Special at 9.40 pm on BBC One on December 26, 2024.
If you miss the show on Boxing Day, you can watch it on BBC iPlayer.
What’s the Plot?
Claire and Pete Brockman will welcome their children Jake, Ben, and Karen to enjoy Christmas in their new home.
However, as the kids are older, they will each have their own challenges that could impact the festivities.
Jake is struggling to balance working from home while raising an active three-year-old, and Karen is experiencing personal and professional frustrations. Also, Ben is planning a big adventure that is worrying his parents.
Also, no episode of Outnumbered would be complete without Jane, the unwelcome friend, popping in to see the family.
Who Will Appear in the 2024 Festive Special?
You will be delighted to know the main cast will return for the Outnumbered Christmas Special 2024.
Claire Skinner (Bridget Jones’s Diary) will return as Sue Brockman, a hardworking mother, and Hugh Dennis (The Couple Next Door) will step back into the role of her hopeless yet witty husband, Pete.
The kids might have grown up, but they are more than happy to return to the show. Tyger Drew-Honey (Cuckoo) will reprise his role as Jack, the oldest son and most sensible member of the family.
Also, Daniel Roche (Dani’s House) is ready to cause a few headaches as eccentric Ben, and Ramona Marquez (The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel) is back as Karen, the chatty yet bright youngest child.
Hattie Morahan (Fool Me Once) is expected to return as Jane, the Brockman’s neighbor who is likely to outstay her welcome this Christmas.
Kerena Jagpal (3 Body Problem) will play Rani, who is seemingly Jake’s girlfriend, thanks to the BBC promo images.
Aurora Skarli is Zara, comedian Mark Silcox (Big Boys) is the Delivery Man, and Adam Morris (Genie in the House) pops up as Howard, Pete and Sue’s new neighbor.
How Many People Watched Outnumbered?
During the show’s peak in series three, approximately 6 million people tuned in to watch Outnumbered. Also, 6.87 million people watched the 2016 Outnumbered Christmas Special.
However, it will have some tough competition to beat in the Christmas rating wars, as Gavin & Stacey: The Finale, The King’s Speech, and the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas Special could come out on top.
Can I Watch an Official Trailer?
Yes. You can watch the official trailer for the Outnumbered Christmas Special 2024 on BBC iPlayer.
