Series synopsis
Smoggie Queens is a British comedy television series that premiered on BBC Three on November 28, 2024. It was created by Phil Dunning. It stars Phil Dunning, Mark Benton, Alexandra Mardell and Patsy Lowe.
Dickie—along with drag queen Mam, self-styled hun Lucinda, awkward Sal, and newcomer Stewart—navigate love, life, and their pride for a town that feels neglected in its own little corner of the UK.
Premise
Dickie—along with drag queen Mam, self-styled hun Lucinda, awkward Sal, and newcomer Stewart—navigate love, life, and their pride for a town that feels neglected in its own little corner of the UK.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Phil Dunning as Dickie
- Mark Benton as Mam
- Alexandra Mardell as Lucinda
- Patsy Lowe as Sal
- Elijah Young as Stewart
- Neil Grainger as Neil
Guest cast
- Peter McPherson as Harrison
- Michael Mather as Bobby
- Lauryn Redding as Mel
- Charlotte Riley as Danni
- Alastair Chisholm as Gary
- David Kirkbride as Trev
- Brenda Bond as Nana Pat
- Izzy Sorby as Kaz
- Alasdair Beckett-King as Tour Guide
- Philip Harrison as Taxi Driver
- Amelia Cattermole as Girl
- Ashley Artus as Victor Starbright
Episodes
This series spans 2 seasons with 12 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 6 | November 28, 2024 | December 12, 2024 |
| Season 2 | 6 | May 14, 2026 | May 15, 2026 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
A Smoggie Break-Up Dickie's friends and family gather round when his boyfriend dumps him on the doorstep. Can he fight for his love and win back his man? |
November 28, 2024 |
| 2 |
A Smoggie Fairytale Sick of dating creeps, Lucinda is given the royal princess treatment courtesy of her fairy godmother. Sal auditions for a talent show, and Dickie offers sage advice in the work place. |
November 28, 2024 |
| 3 |
A Smoggie Feud All aboard the Teesside Princess for Mam's Titanic-themed drag brunch, but the event hits a proverbial iceberg when Mam is faced with an unwelcome blast from her past. |
December 5, 2024 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
A Smoggie Search Party Dickie, Mam, Lucinda and Sal throw a surprise coming-out party for Stewart at Keith’s World of Carpets, which turns into a venture in wonderland. |
May 15, 2026 |
| 2 |
A Smoggie Date Our queens get Stewart ready for his first ever date and invite themselves along as well. |
May 15, 2026 |
| 3 |
A Smoggie Social There’s no place like home when Dickie takes his work mates on a Wizard of Oz night out. |
May 15, 2026 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | BBC Three |
|---|---|
| First aired | November 28, 2024 |
| Last aired | May 15, 2026 |
| Status | continue |