He continued: “There were some kids who came to set and I went over to speak to them in character and I was able to know exactly what Worzel would say to them.”, READ MORE: The Office's Ricky Gervais unrecognisable in 'pop star' photographs. Cult classic: Mackenzie’s show takes inspiration from the original, which became a cult classic after its launch in 1979, with 31 episodes spread across a two year run, Worzel Gummidge's Christmas special leaves viewers in floods of tears. The show, starring Jon Pertwee as Gummidge and Una Stubbs as Aunt Sally, enjoyed a brief revival in 1987 for the New Zealand based Worzel Gummidge Down Under. https://www.thedigitalfix.com/.../worzel-gummidge-christmas-special-2020-saucy-nancy The show then returned with a new cast for Mackenzie's Christmas specials in 2019, with viewers finding his Worzel much scarier than the late Jon Pertwee's edition. Worzel Gummidge is back on BBC One for Christmas 2020 with a new special - here's when it's on TV and who's on the cast. The hit BBC show came to an end in 2003 and Gervais has regularly stated that he has no plans to bring the TV show back. Despite this, he hinted that he may revive his character David Brent next year to celebrate 20-years-on from when The Office first aired. Our Privacy Notice explains more about how we use your data, and your rights. Mackenzie made a name for himself as Gareth Keenan in Ricky Gervais’ sitcom The Office before making the transition to film and a recurring role in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise. See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. It introduces loads of new characters, lots of great journeys, and lots of fun. And a third gushed: ‘I’ve just cried at #WorzelGummidge – I can’t really explain why but its just the loveliest, most gentle programme.’, A fourth said: ‘Didn’t think Worzel Gummidge would make me cry on Christmas Eve but here we are. Worzel and the kids promise to get her there, but will her ship be waiting? much scarier than the late Jon Pertwee’s edition. WORZEL GUMMIDGE star Mackenzie Crook was surprised Ricky Gervais didn't reach out to offer him a part in a follow-up film to The Office. Worzel helps Saucy Nancy, an old friend, to get back to the seaside and we all go with him for an adventure. Crook told Express.co.uk that he had grown “really fond of Worzel in a strange disconnected way” and for the “first time” felt able to “improvise as him in character”. 2020-12-24. “It’s so sad that she died just weeks before our new one went out.”. Worzel and Saucy Nancy, of course, can’t be seen by other humans so it’s about the mischief and adventures that befall them as they try to make the journey. Mackenzie Crook stars in Worzel Gummidge: Saucy Nancy, which airs at 5.55pm today on BBC One. The hour-long episode saw Worzel and his pals – Susan, played by India Brown, and John, played by Thierry Wickens – make a rare trip out of Scatterbrook. This year, he hosted the Golden Globes after his success with other shows including After Life, Derek, Idiot Abroad, Life’s Too Short and more. Lady Gaga's Dressing Room Demand Includes a Mannequin With 'Fluffy Pink Pubic Hair', Idris Elba says world should quarantine for a WEEK each year, Mrs Hinch reveals she and beau Jamie argue ‘at least twice a day’ over his annoying habit. She likes to speak her mind, she’s very cheeky – that’s one way to describe her! He said: “That’s going to be about the life of David Brent post-The Office. Despite the lack of interest from The Office, Crook is due to appear in Worzel Gummidge, which also stars Michael Palin, Brian Blessed and Zoë Wanamaker. Crook admitted that he was “fascinated to see” the former Wernham-Hogg Paper salesman’s attempts to make it as a rockstar but was surprised not to be involved. Mackenzie, 49, was quick to agree that his show was a fitting tribute to her when asked by The Sun, saying before the show aired: ‘Absolutely, yes. The festive remake saw Mackenzie Crook starring as Worzel and Shirley Henderson taking on the role of Saucy Nancy, played by the late Barbara Windsor in the 1980s original. Worzel Gummidge: Saucy Nancy 5.55pm, BBC One. But it was the ending that left fans feeling overwhelmed, as the tale of friendship and belonging tied together with Worzel helping Nancy to make a home at the seaside. He said: “Nobody’s been in touch and I really don’t think they will.”. When Worzel Gummidge, Susan and John … But in a candid confession, the star admitted he felt left behind after the success of The Office. Fans were quick to praise the Christmas remake as the ‘perfect end to the rollercoaster of 2020’ while others said the episode of ‘lovely, sweet and funny’. With India Brown, Rosie Cavaliero, Mackenzie Crook, Francesca Mills. Crook told the Daily Record that he hoped the show would bring joy to children, who had struggled due to restrictions that were put in place to prevent the spread of coronavirus. We and our partners use cookies on this site to improve our service, perform analytics, personalize advertising, measure advertising performance, and remember website preferences. Crook played Gareth, an irritating coworker who often found himself the butt of jokes and pranks carried out by Tim Canterbury, who was played by Martin Freeman. Directed by Mackenzie Crook. He said: “I didn't used to watch Jon Pertwee's version when I was a kid, it wasn't on my radar. Later, Crook doubted his chances of making a return as Gareth because he felt the show and Gervais had moved on. 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He explained how he wrote during the first lockdown and had to be in a bubble with two prosthetics makeup artists, who wore full PPE, when filming. ‘She played the original version and a lot of people will remember that fondly. He said: “Absolutely, yes. Crook, 49, is most famed for his role in The Office, where he played Gareth Keenan, as well as the Pirates of the Caribbean films. What a beautiful thing to have given people on Christmas Eve 2020. It’s a year that we will never forget.”. With Brian Blessed, India Brown, Rosie Cavaliero, Daniel Copeland. Saucy Nancy is so funny. And viewers were left in floods of tears after the classic characters returned for another heart-warming adventure just in time for Christmas. Express. One scene that had fans feeling particularly overcome with emotion was when Saucy Nancy and Peg, played by Vanessa Redgrave, sing together. This week, Crook told The Sun that their remake was a fitting tribute to the nationally-beloved star this week. In the original TV series, the role was portrayed by the late Barbara Windsor, who died on December 10 after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer’s Disease. In this episode, Worzel will come across Saucy Nancy, the figurehead of a ruined ship. The show, starring Jon Pertwee as Gummidge and Una Stubbs as Aunt Sally, enjoyed a brief revival in 1987 for the New Zealand based Worzel Gummidge Down Under. It’s so sad that she died just weeks before our new one went out.’. However, the Kent-born actor is due to return to TV screens as Worzel Gummidge in a new BBC adaptation of the show that airs today. Festive special: The BBC remake saw Mackenzie Crook starring as scarecrow Worzel Gummidge and Shirley Henderson taking on the role of Saucy Nancy, Teary-eyed: After watching the BBC special, viewers quickly took to Twitter to admit they were left feeling extremely emotional after some ‘beautiful’ and tear-jerking scenes. And another endearing moment sees the ‘humble’ scarecrow tell the two children that he wants to spend a £20 note on ‘a door’ as there is nothing else he needs. The beloved TV star tragically died aged 83 earlier this month, following a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. They decide to buy her and return her to the seaside. ADORABLE scarecrow Worzel Gummidge was a Christmas telly highlight last year. Gervais even went on to create the film Life on the Road, which continued his character Brent’s journey in 2016 – but his former castmates didn’t make an appearance. In a Twitter Q&A session, he said: “I’m toying with doing a gig like a special gig but I don’t know… never say never!”. The new one-hour film, Saucy Nancy, follows the much loved and critically acclaimed 2019 adaptation of Worzel Gummidge by Mackenzie Crook. #WorzelGummidge’, ‘My sofa is a sea of tears’: Fans were quick to praise the Christmas remake as the ‘perfect end to the rollercoaster of 2020’ while others said the episode of ‘lovely, sweet and funny’. DON'T MISSRicky Gervais felt 'guilty and ashamed' after first TV pay cheque [INTERVIEW]Ricky Gervais' blunt take on 'high horse' Tom Hanks' fury over TV snub [INSIGHT]Ricky Gervais 'cut-up curtains to make suit' before The Office success [AUDIO], “I really don’t think he’s going to go back and visit Tim and Dawn and Gareth and see what they are up to because they won’t be interested in that.”. Crook will likely attract more fans after his second performance as the beloved walking and talking scarecrow. When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Journey to the sea: The hour-long episode saw Worzel and his pals – Susan, played by India Brown, and John, played by Thierry Wickens – make a rare trip out of Scatterbrook, Friendship: Worzel is reunited with his foul-mouthed old friend – the carved ship’s figurehead – Saucy Nancy at a scrapyard, who longs to return to the seaside. The show then returned with a new cast for Mackenzie’s Christmas specials in 2019, with viewers finding his Worzel much scarier than the late Jon Pertwee’s edition. And this year he's back for Christmas. One viewer penned: ‘#WorzelGummidge seems to have unlocked all the strong emotions I thought I’d successfully repressed this year. From Scatterbrook Farm to Ten Acre Field, Earthy's Allotment to Bloomsbury Barton Manor, we visit all the locations from the BBC Worzel Mackenzie also discussed how he had intended for there to be two Christmas specials but because of the coronavirus pandemic only one got made. She played the original version and a lot of people will remember that fondly. The show, starring Jon Pertwee as Gummidge and Una Stubbs as Aunt Sally, enjoyed a brief revival in 1987 for the New Zealand based Worzel Gummidge Down Under. “I couldn't have been happier with the response when it was broadcast [last Christmas].". It follows a two-part adaption which aired on the channel in 2019. JUST IN: The Office: Ricky Gervais 'toying with bringing David Brent back'. She longs to return to the sea but isn’t convinced the ship will be waiting for her – but Worzel and the children promise to get her there and the unlikely foursome head to the coast by foot, wheelbarrow, motorbike and sidecar. Wow’. https://www.devonlive.com/news/history/memories-worzel-gummidge-being-filmed-4314500 Mackenzie Crook has written another beautifully crafted and magical episode, inspired by the classic books by Barbara Euphan Todd, which he will direct and star in, bringing a world of adventure to all the family. The show then returned with a new cast for Mackenzie’s Christmas specials in 2019, with viewers finding his Worzel much scarier than the late Jon Pertwee’s edition. Mackenzie’s show takes inspiration from the original, which became a cult classic after its launch in 1979, with 31 episodes spread across a two year run before it went off air in December 1981. "But when I came to realise just how fond other people were of that version I did feel quite a weight of responsibility. Worzel is reunited with his foul-mouthed old friend – the carved ship’s figurehead – Saucy Nancy at a scrapyard, where she has been languishing unsold for years. 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Since then, Gervais has gone on to earn international fame and made millions after The Office was adapted for the US. Big Time Rush Celebrate The Series Coming To Netflix With Cute Video! Worzel gets to see a wild moorland and the spectacular white cliffs of Seashell that provide the backdrop to this story of friendship and belonging. https://www.hitc.com/en-gb/2020/12/24/where-was-worzel-gummidge-filmed When Worzel Gummidge, Susan and John visit a scrapyard, Worzel overhears the grumbling of a foul-mouthed old friend, the carved ship’s figurehead, Saucy Nancy. Worzel Gummidge set to return to BBC One with new one-hour film. Worzel was not the only one to wipe tears away from his eyes while the pair belted out a melodic tune, as viewers were left teary-eyed at the sweet moment. Speaking ahead of the show’s release on Christmas Eve, Mackenzie said: ‘I’m excited and grateful to be making a new episode of Worzel Gummidge after a difficult year for everyone.’, Tragic: The special comes after EastEnders’ Dame Barbara Windsor, who played Saucy Nancy, died (pictured L-R: Una Stubbs, Jon Pertwee and Barbara Windsor), Tribute: For Mackenzie’s remake, Shirley Henderson took on the role of Saucy Nancy, played by the late Barbara Windsor in the 1980s original. Adventure unfurls in a rare trip out of Scatterbrook. Following the much loved and critically acclaimed 2019 adaptation of Worzel Gummidge, a third new one-hour film will be screened on BBC One this Christmas - Worzel Gummidge: Saucy Nancy. It will be a strange cap at the end of a difficult year. Mackenzie Crook’s BBC Christmas special comes after EastEnders’ Dame Barbara Windsor, who played Saucy Nancy in the 1980s original, died. Sometimes they'll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. Following the much loved and critically acclaimed 2019 adaptation of Worzel Gummidge, a third new one-hour film will be screened on BBC One later this year, titled Saucy Nancy. — Mr Worzel Gummidge (@WHGummidge) December 23, 2020 The Radio Times has highlighted a range of filming locations… Scenes on Scatterbrook Farm were filmed at Valence End Farm, which is situated next to Whipsnade Zoo just outside of Dunstable in Bedfordshire. Worzel Gummidge: Saucy Nancy (2020) directed by Mackenzie Crook • Reviews, film + cast • Letterboxd While another tweeted: ‘I watched Worzel Gummidge and now my sofa is a sea of tears’. Worzel, Susan and John come across Worzel's old friend, Saucy Nancy, a ship's figurehead, in a scrapyard.So Worzel and kids promise to sate her yearnings for the sea. But Crook, who wrote, directed and starred in the new show, admitted he had never watched the early TV programme, which aired for two years until 1981. Worzel Gummidge returned to screens with a bang on Christmas Eve and did not fail to impress fans with its well-recognised mix of both joyous and endearing scenes. You can unsubscribe at any time. And after watching the BBC special, viewers quickly took to Twitter to admit they were left feeling extremely emotional after some ‘beautiful’ and tear-jerking scenes. By Josh Saunders PUBLISHED: 16:33, Thu, Dec 24, 2020 She has been languishing, unsold in the yard for years and longs to return to the sea. Thu 24 Dec 2020 01.20 EST. It’s back: Worzel Gummidge returned to screens with a bang on Christmas Eve and did not fail to impress fans with its well-recognised joyous and endearing scenes. Told the Sun that their remake was a Christmas telly highlight last year her there, but her. 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