Lee Mack’s hit sitcom, Not Going Out, will be returning for a new series in 2025, according to the BBC. The show, which first premiered in 2006, is currently the second-longest running UK sitcom on air. Lee Mack, who also hosts The 1% Club, expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to continue the show, stating that being a part of a genre he grew up watching is a dream come true. The 2023 Christmas special marked the show’s 100th episode, solidifying its place among the elite group of sitcom centenarians.
Not Going Out features Lee Mack as a fictionalized version of himself, with Sally Bretton playing the character of Lucy. Over the years, the show has boasted an impressive cast, including Hugh Dennis, Abigail Cruttenden, Bobby Ball, Megan Dodds, Miranda Hart, Deborah Grant, Tim Vine, Geoffrey Whitehead, Timothy West, and Katy Wix. Jon Petrie, Director of Comedy at the BBC, praised the show’s consistent success and popularity, while Jon Thoday, Executive Producer at Avalon, expressed delight in working with Lee Mack and the talented team behind the show.
Despite the show’s hiatus in 2024, fans can still catch Lee Mack on Would I Lie To You?, another popular comedy show. Not Going Out, along with Ghosts, ranked among the top two most watched comedies on iPlayer over the past year, with the festive special garnering an average of 4.6 million viewers. Lee Mack confirmed the absence of episodes in 2024, suggesting that the decision was made beyond his control.
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THE 1% CLUB’S THIRD SERIES COMES TO AN END THIS WEEKEND
The popular TV show, The 1% Club, will be airing its final episode this weekend, leaving fans eagerly anticipating what’s to come. Lee, 55, who is a well-known face on the show, has recently shared some exciting news about his future projects. In an interview with The Sun, he revealed that there will be more of The 1% Club and Would I Lie to You? However, he also mentioned that he will not be returning to Not Going Out, a show he has been a part of for many years.
But don’t worry, there’s still hope for Not Going Out fans. Lee hinted that a comeback might be on the cards in early 2025. “We’re talking about it now. I’d love to do more, I love doing it, it’s great fun, I love the cast but it’s not always my decision, these things,” he explained.
Fans of The 1% Club can breathe a sigh of relief, as the show’s bosses have confirmed that there will be more episodes to look forward to next year. So, mark your calendars and get ready for another exciting season of The 1% Club.
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