

1998–2012 · BBC One · Ended
On the surface, The Royle Family appeared to be humdrum and low on incident - but such ordinary appearances belie the fact that it was a groundbreaking work of exceptional comedy invention.
This series has ended.
Last aired
S03 Special · Barbara's Old Ring
2012-12-25
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Baby
2000-10-16 · 30 min
Babysitting
2000-10-23 · 30 min
Decorating
2000-10-30 · 30 min
Funeral
2000-11-06 · 30 min
London
2000-11-13 · 30 min
Christening
2000-11-27 · 30 min
The Royle Family at Christmas
2000-12-25 · 30 min
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