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Despite that incredible success in Britain,Gavin & Staceyhas never found a strong American audience.
But that cultural gap in the series success isnt for lack of trying.
But that simplicity may actually be why its proved impossible to remake.
Because the show doesnt employ complex plots, it gives the characters and their cultural quirks center stage.
And these characters, who are the beating heart of the show, would simply be impossible to duplicate.
In true rom-com form, they thus offer some of the shows best comic relief.
Their journey acts as a pillar throughout the series, around which the other characters mayhem erupts.
One episode essentially entirely revolves around the characters ordering a curry for takeaway, for example.
The show is also ripe with running bits and catchphrases that feel like inside jokes with the viewer.
Instead, the love at the center ofGavin & Staceyencompasses every member of these two families that become one.
The good news is we can now play catch-up on what weve missed.
Gavin & Staceyis available onHBO Max.
