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BBC: Gavin and Stacey, Wallace and Gromit pass 20m views

January 23, 2025

By Nik Roseveare

The latest Barb viewing data shows that Gavin and Stacey: The Finale (which aired on BBC1 on Christmas Day) is at 20.9 million viewers after 28 days, whilst Wallace and Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl (which also premiered on BBC1 on December 25th) has reached 21.6 million views after seeing a huge uplift with audiences, particularly children, as they discovered the animated special on iPlayer and across the BBC’s channels.

The record-breaking numbers make them the UK’s biggest scripted and animation shows since modern records began in 2002.

Charlotte Moore, BBC’s Chief Content Officer, commented: “These figures exceed all expectations, to reach over 20 million is an astonishing milestone in 2025. These two quintessentially British shows couldn’t be more different but what unites them is their undeniable quality and the fact they are best in class. I am in awe of the creative genius that is Aardman, Nick Park, Merlin Crossingham, Ruth Jones and James Corden and I’m very proud of the long standing relationship we have with them. It’s been a privilege to support their exceptional creative talents over decades.”

Nick Park and Merlin Crossingham of Aardman said: “Well butter me crumpets, Gromit! We are so truly honoured and utterly gobsmacked by these fantastic viewing figures. That our clay heroes mean so much to audiences here on the BBC is the best thrill of all.”

Ruth Jones and James Corden, Gavin and Stacey stars and creators, said: “What a testament to the BBC to have achieved such impressive viewing figures on Christmas Day. We are so proud to have been a part of it.”

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