Absolutely Fabulous to return to screens with Joanna Lumley and Jennifer Saunders reuniting for one-off documentary
IT’S been more than 30 years since Absolutely Fabulous first hit screens on the BBC.
But now, Jennifer Saunders and Joanna Lumley are getting the cast back together for a deep-dive into the much-loved comedy series in a new documentary.
The duo, who are the creators and stars of the series, will be joined by fellow cast members Julia Sawalha and Jane Horrocks for the special look-back.
Absolutely Fabulous: Inside Out takes viewers on a trip down memory lane, looking into the behind-the-scenes secrets of how the show was made.
The hosts will meet with costume designers and famous fans while sharing unheard anecdotes, behind-the-scenes secrets and personal reflections.
Jennifer and Joanna will also have a look at the original scripts, and never-before-seen footage, as well as their first ever episode.
And it will pay tribute to the late star June Whitfield, who played Jennifer’s on-screen mother.
For Jennifer and Joanna, it’s a welcome reminder of the success of the show.
Jennifer said: “I loved making Ab Fab, but I can’t remember a great deal, so much of this retrospective is a revelation to me.”
Joanna added: “It was a fabulous wander down memory lane by actresses who only have the faintest grip on reality.
“Really thrilling, and I hope vastly entertaining.
“I loved every second.”
Show commissioner Kirsty Hanson celebrated: “Absolutely Fabulous captured the imagination of a whole generation of viewers and helped break the mould for female-led comedy TV forever.
“Fans of the show are in for a real treat with Jennifer, Joanna, Julia, and Jane reuniting for what promises to be the comedy event of the year.”
The feature-length show will air on UKTV channel Gold later this year.