The BBC has released the first trailer for its upcoming sitcom Ann Droid, a new six-part comedy series set to air on BBC iPlayer next month. The show focuses on an unlikely friendship between a widow and her AI robot.
Plot Overview
Ann Droid follows the life of widow Sue, played by Sue Johnston, whose son Michael (Paul Ready) decides to buy her an AI AnnDroid Z58/100 Basic Eldercare Robot called Linda, voiced by Diane Morgan, to keep her company. Despite the companion bots being designed to help monitor the elderly's health, Sue is less than impressed by her new gadget.
First Trailer Highlights
This week, the BBC released a first-look trailer showcasing what fans can expect. In one scene, as Sue takes a relaxing bubble bath, robot Linda suddenly appears, alerting her to 'danger' as a warning light appears on its stomach. Startled, Sue yells, "Linda, stop it, stop it! You're supposed to stay in Michael's room." The robot, undeterred, informs Sue that falling asleep in the bath could be 'lethal'. When Sue protests that she is naked, Linda replies, "That isn't a problem for me," before dropping a dressing gown into the bath to cover her. Attempting to lighten the mood, Linda tells a joke that falls flat, prompting Sue to order her to leave her alone.
Official Synopsis
An official synopsis reads: "But she soon works out she can use the droid to her benefit in settling scores and doing the things her son never gets round to. What develops is a buddy comedy between an older woman and her robot, who isn't quite as advanced socially as she is technically."
Fan Reactions
Fans have shared their excitement for the series on social media. One Instagram user commented: "Woooooo! When I'm telling you this series is gonna be fiyaaaaaah. If you know, you know!! Legends... All of them." Another wrote: "This is gonna be incredible." A third added: "What a laser-perfect casting! Looking forward to this!!!"
Cast and Crew Comments
Speaking about Ann Droid, Diane Morgan said: "I'm thrilled that the BBC has finally commissioned a programme about AI and how it will affect your mum."
Ann Droid will air on BBC iPlayer in July.
