Gavin & Stacey Finale Becomes Most-Watched Christmas Day TV Since 2008

The beloved BBC comedy drew 12.3 million viewers, surpassing the King’s Speech and Wallace & Gromit to dominate holiday ratings.

The Gavin & Stacey finale attracted 12.3 million viewers, marking the highest Christmas Day TV ratings since 2008.
It outperformed the King’s Christmas speech, which drew 5 million viewers, and the new Wallace & Gromit film, which garnered 9.4 million.
The 90-minute special concluded the series, which originally aired from 2007 to 2010, and followed up on the 2019 Christmas special.
Fans and critics praised the episode for its humor, emotional depth, and satisfying resolution, with many calling it a perfect farewell.
BBC executives highlighted the finale as a rare communal TV event, showcasing the enduring appeal of scheduled programming in the streaming era.