Drama fans are being urged to watch an 'addictive' series that stars icons from Happy Valley and Unforgotten. Originally airing its first season on BBC One in 2012, the series follows widowed pensioners Alan (played by Derek Jacobi) and Celia (Anne Reid) who reconnect on Facebook after almost 60 years apart. As the former childhood sweethearts are reunited, their marriage brings their drastically different families together.
While Alan's daughter Gillian (played by Nicola Walker) runs a farm and deals with grief and financial stress, Celia's daughter Caroline (Sally Lancashire) is a high-strung teacher managing her own complex personal life. Following its initial release, there have been five seasons in total, with the romantic comedy-drama winning numerous BAFTAs for Best Drama, Best Writer, and Best Supporting Actresses.
Where to Watch Last Tango in Halifax
The show in question is Last Tango in Halifax, and it is available to stream for free on BBC iPlayer now. The series is written by none other than Sally Wainwright, who also created BBC's iconic drama Happy Valley.
Fan Reactions
Fans have taken to IMDb to share their thoughts, with many calling it the 'best drama I've ever seen.' One user said: 'This is one of my favorite TV shows. Period. Jacobi and Reid are just phenomenal.' Another described it as 'real and addictive,' while someone else called it 'excellent, clever and cute.'
'Sally Wainwright does it again!' a viewer exclaimed. 'What a brilliant writer she is. Just look at the stuff she has written... all of it is so clever, so entertaining, so observant.'
On Facebook, a fan asked which Sally Wainwright series they thought was best, with a user writing: 'Last Tango in Halifax without a doubt.' A viewer agreed: 'Last Tango in Halifax, but Happy Valley is a close one for second,' while a third added: 'I think Last Tango in Halifax comes out on top for me.'
Star-Studded Cast
Not only was the award-winning drama made by Happy Valley creator Sally Wainwright, it also stars the hit series' leading lady Sally Lancashire as Caroline. She is joined by a number of other memorable stars, including Unforgotten legend Nicola Walker, Dinnerladies' Anne Reid, and Gladiator actor Derek Jacobi.
Last Tango in Halifax is available to stream on BBC iPlayer.
