Benidorm star teases 'laugh out loud' new series after comeback talks confirmed
A much-loved Benidorm star has given fans a glimmer of hope about the return of the cult ITV comedy series.
Launching in 2007, the show captivated audiences as it charted the hilarious escapades of Brits basking in the sunshine at the Solana Resort. Over its glittering run, Benidorm scooped up numerous accolades including BAFTAs and NTAs, securing its status as a viewer's delight.
Despite an all-star cast featuring Sheridan Smith, Siobhan Finneran, and Johnny Vegas, the show came to an untimely end after 11 years in 2018, much to devotees' dismay.
Whispers of a revival have been circulating, spurred on by hints from the cast and even creator Derren Litten himself, reports OK!.
Sherrie Hewson, renowned for her portrayal of Joyce Temple-Savage, dropped a bombshell during her 'An Evening With Sherrie Hewson' on Sunday (July 6) in Barnsley. She revealed: "I do know ITV have got new scripts and they love them and think they are wonderful."
Yet, she tempered expectations by stating: "The problem with Benidorm is that it's probably one of the most expensive shows ever because it's in Spain, we have a Spanish crew, we have a British crew, so it costs a fortune to make."
Still, she remains optimistic, adding: "But it's on twice a day every day and those ratings are still as high as they ever were, so I think it will [return]."
Fans loyal to Benidorm may just see their beloved characters gracing the screens once again thanks to ITV's apparent adoration for the new material presented to them.
Sherrie hinted at good news: "And I think they [ITV bosses] love the scripts anyway and Derren said he laughed out loud when he wrote them so I don't think there's any question, it's just when."
In other news, Benidorm creator Derren Litten had fans buzzing in April when he announced that he is in negotiations with ITV about a potential revival of the fan-favourite show.
During a Facebook Live session reported by The Sun, Derren divulged some tantalising details: "Have I been talking to ITV in the last few months? Yes I have."
He continued, giving fans a glimmer of hope: "Have ITV commissioned a special or a series at the moment? No. Might they in the next few weeks [or] couple of months? Yeah they might. They might."
Derren concluded, aiming to uplift fans with anticipation: "So I hope that gives you [the fans] some hope, and I hope that gives you some idea of where we are," indicating that the beloved sitcom may soon return to the small screen.
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