Series synopsis
Hebburn is a British drama comedy television series that premiered on BBC Two on October 18, 2012. It ended on December 25, 2013. It was created by Graham Duff, Jason Cook. It stars Gina McKee, Vic Reeves, Chris Ramsey and Kimberley Nixon.
Hebburn is a warm and affectionate tale of north east family life. It tells the tale of the Pearson family and their impetuous and ambitious son, Jack, who has left Tyneside for the bright lights and glamour of Manchester. He has secretly married a middle class Jewish girl, Sarah, and realises that it is about time he introduced her to his family.
Premise
Hebburn is a warm and affectionate tale of north east family life. It tells the tale of the Pearson family and their impetuous and ambitious son, Jack, who has left Tyneside for the bright lights and glamour of Manchester. He has secretly married a middle class Jewish girl, Sarah, and realises that it is about time he introduced her to his family.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Gina McKee as Pauline Pearson
- Vic Reeves as Joe Pearson
- Chris Ramsey as Jack Pearson
- Kimberley Nixon as Sarah
- Lisa McGrillis as Vicki
- Neil Grainger as Gervaise
- Pat Dunn as Dot
- Curtis Appleby as Hutchy
Supporting cast
- Jason Cook as Ramsey
- Kathryn Hunt as Siobhan
- Victoria Elliott as Denise
- Jan Ravens as Susan
- Verity Henry as Marial
- Steffen Peddie as Big Keith
- John Woodvine as Arthur
- Graham Duff as David
Guest cast
- Alfie Joey as Doctor
- Steven Hillman as Doorman
- Phil Nice as Ben
- Flo Wilson as Doctor Abineri
- Heather Dutton as Ante-natal Instructor
Episodes
This series spans 2 seasons with 13 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 6 | October 18, 2012 | November 22, 2012 |
| Season 2 | 7 | November 12, 2013 | December 25, 2013 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Welcome to Hebburn, Pet Jack Pearson is taking Sarah home to meet the family in Hebburn, but they think she is his new girlfriend, not his new wife that he just married in Vegas. A great big Hebburn welcome awaits. |
October 18, 2012 |
| 2 |
Ghost Town Jack and Sarah are back in Hebburn to help Dot move out of her retirement village. Jack also has big news about a book deal and a big publishing advance. Ramsey attempts to woo Denise with the power of booze. |
October 25, 2012 |
| 3 |
Dressing Up Fancy The red carpet is layed out for the visit of Sarah's parents, Ben and Susan from York. Pauline is immersing herself in Jewish cultureusing google to make sure everything is perfect. Ben and Susan are immersed in Geordie culture with Ramsey's help as well as with Vicky and Denise's choice of outfits for the fancy dress competition at Swayze's. |
November 1, 2012 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Welcome Home The Pearson family attempt to deal with the aftermath of dad Joe’s stroke. Pauline has got a job to support the family whilst Jack and Sarah have a baby on the way and need to find a place to live. Denise, Jack's ex-girlfriend, is also pregnant. Vicky wants to improve her life but her boyfriend Gervaise could stand in her way. |
November 12, 2013 |
| 2 |
Easy Tiger Sarah and Jack might have moved out, but Dot’s now moving in and soon attracts the attention of a man called Arthur. Pauline’s being bullied at work. Sarah wants Jack to sort their new home out, so he turns to Big Keith for help. Jack finally manages to get a proper book deal, but it’s for something he never intended to have published. |
November 19, 2013 |
| 3 |
Knocking About Pauline is away on a training day and Joe and Dot play, in the good room, breaking all the rules. Arthur tells Joe about his intentions towards his mother, but Joe wishes he hadn't told him. Vicky attempts to help Gervaise with the photoshoot for his album. |
November 26, 2013 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | BBC Two |
|---|---|
| First aired | October 18, 2012 |
| Last aired | December 25, 2013 |
| Runtime | 30 minutes |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Tuesday at 21:00:00 |