The Book Group
“Who ever said reading was dull?”
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Clare, a neurotic American, moves to Glasgow and starts a book group to meet new, interesting people. But Kenny, Dirka, Rab, Fist and Janice are more interesting than she bargained for...
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Seasons
Series 1
First series of the dark comedy about a dysfunctional book group in Glasgow. A lonely Clare has just moved to Scotland and is extremely keen to meet some new, interesting people. Naturally, she decides to start a book group...
Series 2
The Glasgow book group is back. As the group struggle to get through Don Quixote, Clare is facing a formidable windmill of her own in the guise of older sister, Jean, who wants to move to Glasgow from Cincinnati.
Episodes
Series 1
On the Road
Clare's book group starts to assemble. She meets Kenny, a handsome guy in a wheelchair who wants to be a writer; Janice, the frustrated wife of a Scottish footballer; and eccentric student Barney, to whom Clare is strangely attracted...
The Alchemist
Kenny has an admirer at the leisure centre where he works, but does she know he's in a wheelchair? Meanwhile, Fist decides to follow some advice from this week's book - and leave her husband...
Magical Realism
Kenny is writing a book in which a beautiful woman who looks a lot like Fist shares a cabin in the hills with him. Clare is also writing a book, in which a handsome professor who looks a lot like Barney falls in love with his student, a lovely American woman not unlike Clare.
Bedtime Stories
Clare discovers Barney's on drugs, and decides it's her mission in life to save him. Meanwhile, Janice sleeps with the famous thriller writer, Martin Logan, and can't wait to go to confession to tell her priest, a big fan of the author.
Dark Alley
Janice hosts the book group as they discuss the book written by the author she is having an affair with. But the group can't seem to focus on their subject.
A Little More Living
Barney has died of an overdose. His brother Lachlan arrives to tell Clare - and there is an instant spark between them. Meanwhile, Kenny's literary fantasies intrigue Fist and Dirka - but can he deliver in the flesh?
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Stream The Book Group online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A well-rated drama and comedy series originally produced in English and released in 2002, it's earned a solid 7.2/10 from 17 viewers worldwide.
About The Book Group
“Who ever said reading was dull?”
Clare, a neurotic American, moves to Glasgow and starts a book group to meet new, interesting people. But Kenny, Dirka, Rab, Fist and Janice are more interesting than she bargained for... Across 2 seasons and 12 episodes, originally airing on Channel 4.
The Book Group Cast and Characters
The cast features Anne Dudek (as Clare Pettengill), Michelle Gomez (as Janice McCann), Saskia Mulder (as Fist de Grooke), Karen Kilgariff (as Jean Pettengill), and Rory McCann (as Kenny McLeod). Their performances are a major reason The Book Group has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch The Book Group NowWhy People Are Watching The Book Group
The Book Group flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts and sharp comedic timing that lands consistently. 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 The Book Group
Where can I watch The Book Group online for free?
You can watch The Book Group online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How many episodes does The Book Group have?
The Book Group has 12 episodes across 2 seasons. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is The Book Group good? What's the rating?
The Book Group holds a 7.2/10 rating based on 17 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of The Book Group?
The main cast includes Anne Dudek, Michelle Gomez, Saskia Mulder, and Karen Kilgariff, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is The Book Group available in English?
Yes — The Book Group was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was The Book Group released?
The Book Group first aired in 2002.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Book Group for free?
You can watch The Book Group online for free on Bowood.TV. All 12 episodes across 2 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 The Book Group have?
The Book Group currently has 2 seasons and a total of 12 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 The Book Group about?
Clare, a neurotic American, moves to Glasgow and starts a book group to meet new, interesting people. But Kenny, Dirka, Rab, Fist and Janice are more interesting than she bargained for... It belongs to the Drama, Comedy genres.
In which language is The Book Group originally available?
The Book Group 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 The Book Group first released?
The Book Group first premiered on April 12, 2002 (2002). The series has since concluded its run.
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