Fat Friends
“A Drama To Diet For”
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Fat Friends is an ITV drama created by Kay Mellor, broadcast from 12 October 2000 to 24 March 2005. It follows a group of overweight people, their laughter and pain and addresses the absurdities of dieting in our modern age. It examines people and how they relate to one another and use body weight as an excuse for all sorts of failings in their relationships, or not living their lives to the full. Four cast members—Ruth Jones, James Corden, Sheridan Smith, and Alison Steadman—went on to appear in Gavin & Stacey.
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Season 1
Love Me Slender
Kelly Simpson is determined to get in her two-sizes-too-small wedding dress in time for her big day. Meanwhile, at the slimming club, her mum, Betty, has won through to the regional finals of Superslimmers 2000, even though her husband isn't that happy about her losing weight.
Fat Chance
Alan Ashburn is losing weight for his 20th wedding anniversary celebrations but a romantic meal out with his wife ends in their relationship crumbling.
Fat Free
Lauren Harris has won a role in a soap she's convinced that losing five pounds would make her a better actress. However, problems arise with not only her mum, who is convinced she's anorexic, but also her boyfriend Gareth, whose nickname for her is "Pudding".
Growing Pains
Teenage Superslimmer Jamie reveals the reasons for his depressed state: his mother is battling depression and he's being bullied at school. Eventually, Jamie decides he can't cope with the pressure and contemplates suicide.
Face the Fat
Val prepares to launch her new magazine, but the quest for something trendy to wear and a call to an escort agency for a partner to attend the bash produce further revelations about the slimming world – and herself.
When the Fat Lady Sings
Kelly spends the night at the club, but the slimming pills and alcohol make her lose all inhibitions. Kevin tries to find out why he was kept in the dark about the photo session. Meanwhile, there's shocking news for Betty when she tries to collect a prescription.
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Stream Fat Friends online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A well-rated drama series originally produced in English and released in 2000, it's earned a solid 7.9/10 from 7 viewers worldwide.
About Fat Friends
“A Drama To Diet For”
Fat Friends is an ITV drama created by Kay Mellor, broadcast from 12 October 2000 to 24 March 2005. It follows a group of overweight people, their laughter and pain and addresses the absurdities of dieting in our modern age. It examines people and how they relate to one another and use body weight as an excuse for all sorts of failings in their relationships, or not living their lives to the full. Four cast members—Ruth Jones, James Corden, Sheridan Smith, and Alison Steadman—went on to appear in Gavin & Stacey. Across 4 seasons and 25 episodes, originally airing on ITV1.
Fat Friends Cast and Characters
The cast features Ruth Jones (as Kelly Chadwick), Janet Dibley (as Carol McGary), Alison Steadman (as Betty Simpson), Lisa Riley (as Rebecca Patterson), and Lynda Baron (as Norma Patterson). Their performances are a major reason Fat Friends has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch Fat Friends NowWhy People Are Watching Fat Friends
There's a reason Fat Friends keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about Fat Friends
Where can I watch Fat Friends online for free?
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How many episodes does Fat Friends have?
Fat Friends has 25 episodes across 4 seasons. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is Fat Friends good? What's the rating?
Fat Friends holds a 7.9/10 rating based on 7 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Fat Friends?
The main cast includes Ruth Jones, Janet Dibley, Alison Steadman, and Lisa Riley, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Fat Friends available in English?
Yes — Fat Friends was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Fat Friends released?
Fat Friends first aired in 2000.
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Where can I watch Fat Friends for free?
You can watch Fat Friends online for free on Bowood.TV. All 25 episodes across 4 seasons are available to stream in HD without a subscription, signup, or paywall. Just open the show page and press play.
How many seasons and episodes does Fat Friends have?
Fat Friends currently has 4 seasons and a total of 25 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.
What is Fat Friends about?
Fat Friends is an ITV drama created by Kay Mellor, broadcast from 12 October 2000 to 24 March 2005. It follows a group of overweight people, their laughter and pain and addresses the absurdities of dieting in our modern age. It examines people and how they relate to one another and use body weight as an excuse for a… It belongs to the Drama genre.
In which language is Fat Friends originally available?
Fat Friends was originally produced in English. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original English audio, which is the most authentic way to experience the dialogue, music, and performances. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was Fat Friends first released?
Fat Friends first premiered on October 12, 2000 (2000). The series has since concluded its run.
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