Smoggie Queens
British Television Series
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Smoggie Queens is a British television sitcom created by Phil Dunning set in Middlesbrough focusing on the chosen family and lives of a group of LGBTQ friends. It premiered at Middlesbrough Town Hall and was first broadcast on BBC Three on 28 November 2024 and BBC iPlayer.[1][2] Smoggie in the title is a demonym for people from Middlesbrough.[3]
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| Genre | Sitcom |
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| Directed by | Andrew Chaplin |
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| Country of origin | United Kingdom |
| Original language | English |
| No. of series | 1 |
| No. of episodes | 6 |
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| Producer | Chris Jones |
| Running time | 28-29 mins |
| Production company | Hat Trick Productions |
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| Release | 28 November 2024 - present |
There are a number of cameos including Michelle Visage and Steph McGovern.[4] The series is produced by Hat Trick Productions, and has funding support by North East Screen Industries Partnership delivered by North East Screen. The worldwide distribution is by Hat Trick International.[4]
On 24 March 2025, the BBC announced that Smoggie Queens has been recommissioned for a second series.[5]
Cast and characters
- Phil Dunning as Dickie
- Mark Benton as Mam
- Alexandra Mardell as Lucinda
- Elijah Young as Stewart
- Patsy Lowe as Sal
- Neil Grainger as Neil
- Charlotte Riley as Danni
- Peter McPherson as Harrison
- Michael Mather as Bobby
- Ashley Artus as Victor Starbright
- Lauryn Redding as Mel
Episodes
Series 1 (2024)
| No. | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original release date |
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| 1 | "A Smoggie Break-Up [8]" | Tom Kingsley | Phil Dunning | 28 November 2024 |
| 2 | "A Smoggie Fairy Tale" | Andrew Chaplin | Phil Dunning | 28 November 2024 |
| 3 | "A Smoggie Fairy Tale" | Andrew Chaplin | Phil Dunning | 28 November 2024 |
| 3 | "A Smoggie Feud" | Andrew Chaplin | Phil Dunning | 28 November 2024 |
| 4 | "A Smoggie Murder" | Andrew Chaplin | Phil Dunning | 28 November 2024 |
| 5 | "A Smoggie Birthday" | Andrew Chaplin | Phil Dunning | 28 November 2024 |
| 6 | "A Smoggie Pride" | Andrew Chaplin | Phil Dunning | 28 November 2024 |
Series 2
Reviews
Rachel Aroesti of The Guardian gave the series as 3 out of 5 stars "This series about a tight-knit queer community joyfully celebrates British camp culture – from deadpan humour to loving Lorraine Kelly. What a shame it’s not more funny."[1]
Yvonne Wancke of North East Bylines said "I watched BBC's Smoggie Queens over the Christmas break and what a delight! It's funny, charming, delightful, and moving – all at once. The writing is awesome and the cast are truly splendid. A must watch in my opinion."[citation needed]
Nick Levine of The i Paper gave 4 out of 5 stars "Smoggie Queens is a reminder that queer people form chosen families all over the country, not just in big cities like London and Manchester that are traditionally seen as more accepting. It might be packed with daft laughs, but it's also thoroughly comforting – no mean feat for a show that drops the word “gooch” in its opening scene."[9]
Awards
| Year | Award | Category | Nominee | Result | Citation |
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| 2025 | Royal Television Society RTS North East and the Border Awards | Comedy Award | Smoggie Queens | Won | [10] |
| 2025 | Royal Television Society RTS North East and the Border Awards | Best Newcomer | Phil Dunning | Won | [10] |
| 2025 | Comedy.co.uk Awards | Best New Sitcom | Smoggie Queens | Result pending | [11] |