description Getting On (UK) Overview
Getting On is a British black comedy television series exploring life within a chronically under-resourced NHS geriatric ward. The show’s notable realism and sharp wit stem from its writing and performances by Jo Brand, Joanna Scanlan, and Vicki Pepperdine. It offers an insightful look at the challenges faced by elderly patients, exhausted staff, and the complexities of care in a demanding environment. Primarily for viewers interested in observational comedy and social commentary concerning healthcare and aging populations.
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Where is Getting On set?
The UK series is set mainly in Ward B4, a geriatric ward in an NHS hospital. Its comedy comes from staff dealing with aging, death, paperwork, and limited resources.
Who created and stars in Getting On?
Jo Brand, Joanna Scanlan, and Vicki Pepperdine created and wrote the series, and all three play members of the ward staff. Brand is Nurse Kim Wilde, Scanlan is Sister Den Flixter, and Pepperdine is Dr Pippa Moore.
How many series of the British Getting On were made?
BBC Four broadcast three series between 2009 and 2012. The original run contains 15 episodes in total.
Is the HBO series Getting On a remake of the British show?
Yes. HBO adapted the British format into an American series starring Laurie Metcalf, Alex Borstein, Niecy Nash, and Mel Rodriguez.
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