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Series · 1997 – 2004 · Comedy

Stella Street

★7.0 1997 – 2004 4 Seasons TV-MA

Stella Street is a British television comedy programme, originally screened in four series on BBC Two between 1997 and 2001. It takes the form of a mockumentary filmed on a camcorder, based on the fantastical premise that a group of British and American celebrities who have all decided to move into Stella Street in Surbiton. The show was conceived and written by John Sessions, Phil Cornwell and Peter Richardson. The main characters are played by Sessions, Cornwell and Ronni Ancona. The characters themselves are impressions of famous celebrities such as Marlon Brando, Michael Caine, Jack Nicholson and, idiosyncratically, UK football pundit Jimmy Hill.

Seasons & episodes

4 seasons · 39 episodes

Who's Jimmy Hill?

Episode 01

Who's Jimmy Hill?

Dec 22, 1997 · 10 min

We are introduced to most of the characters (Dirk, David, Jimmy, Mick, Keith, Joe, Jack) by Michael Caine, who is buying a birthday present for Mrs Huggett.

Bongo In the Congo

Episode 02

Bongo In the Congo

Dec 23, 1997 · 10 min

Michael has a script he's interested in (Bongo in the Congo), that he feels will be just right for Joe Pesci. However, after a less than enthusiastic response, he takes it to Al Pacino. Dean also makes his first appearance.

Spring Clean

Episode 03

Spring Clean

Dec 26, 1997 · 10 min

Mick finds God and decides to dedicate his life to the Lord's work. Meanwhile, Joe finds out that his mum and stepfather are coming. He asks Roger Moore for advice on how to redecorate his house.

Mick Finds God

Episode 04

Mick Finds God

Dec 28, 1997 · 10 min

Mick annoys the residents by preaching in the streets. Len's first appearance comes in this episode. Dirk Bogarde tips the police off about Jimmy Hill's supposed drug hoard.

Mrs Pesci's Arrival

Episode 05

Mrs Pesci's Arrival

Dec 29, 1997 · 10 min

The continually pissed John Hurt arrives in Stella Street. Whilst Michael is out of town, Joe saves time and bother changing his house by pretending Michael's house is his own for his mother and stepfather's arrival. However, Michael's trip is cancelled and he returns early.

The Zulu Party

Episode 06

The Zulu Party

Dec 29, 1997 · 10 min

To celebrate the 33rd anniversary of Zulu, Michael has a fancy dress party at his house. Rows erupt over a game of Monopoly, Mick and Keith DJ at the party and inadvertantly cause Mrs Hugett to pass out. As the ambulance arrives, arguments rage over which poor sod should give her mouth-to-mouth.

Recuperation

Episode 07

Recuperation

Dec 30, 1997 · 10 min

The street rallys round to help whilst Mrs Hugett recuperates from a bout of alcoholic poisoning. However, Dirk is convinced Len the Gardener is trying to murder him.

The Stalker

Episode 08

The Stalker

Dec 31, 1997 · 10 min

As Dirk's paranoia grows over Len's attempts to kill him, he seeks solace in Jack's house, but finds it seriously lacking. Meanwhile, Jimmy finds himself in huge amounts of debt to Mick and keith as his drink problem grows.

Joe's Labotomy

Episode 09

Joe's Labotomy

Jan 1, 1998 · 10 min

Following Joe's breakdown at the close of the previous episode, he returns to Stella Street after having had a labotomy. He is a changed character much to the shock of the residents. As Christmas gets closer, residents leave for warmer climates. Mrs Hugett tries to con Jack out of money before he leaves - and succeeds.

Xmas On Stella Street

Episode 10

Xmas On Stella Street

Jan 2, 1998 · 10 min

Christmas is a depressing time for the more lonely members of Stella Street. Roger and David Bowie find company with each other whilst Jimmy finds himself spending quality time with the still passive Joe. As Mrs Hugett leaves for a holiday, John Hurt collapses in the street and inadvertantly causes Joe to revert to horrific form.

About the series

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Audience score
★ 7.0 /10

based on 6 votes

Synopsis

Stella Street is a British television comedy programme, originally screened in four series on BBC Two between 1997 and 2001. It takes the form of a mockumentary filmed on a camcorder, based on the fantastical premise that a group of British and American celebrities who have all decided to move into Stella Street in Surbiton. The show was conceived and written by John Sessions, Phil Cornwell and Peter Richardson. The main characters are played by Sessions, Cornwell and Ronni Ancona. The characters themselves are impressions of famous celebrities such as Marlon Brando, Michael Caine, Jack Nicholson and, idiosyncratically, UK football pundit Jimmy Hill.

Comedy

Cast

3 principal cast

John Sessions

John Sessions

Phil Cornwell

Phil Cornwell

Ronni Ancona

Ronni Ancona

Where to watch Stella Street

Stella Street is available to stream on Flicksy via 6 verified sources, aggregated from publicly available embed providers. The comedy has 4 seasons and 39 total episodes, rated 7.0/10 by 6 viewers.

Frequently asked

How many seasons does Stella Street have?

Stella Street has 4 seasons with 39 episodes in total.

Is Stella Street still on the air?

Stella Street has ended and is no longer in production.

What network airs Stella Street?

Stella Street airs on BBC Two.

When did Stella Street first air?

Stella Street first aired on December 22, 1997.

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