Benidorm stars appear to 'confirm' brand new series of hit show
The show ended in 2018
Believe it or not, it was way back in 2018 when the final episode of ITV sitcom Benidorm ended after 10 incredible series, and since then fans have been calling out for the show's revival.
Well, it looks like there could be some good news for fans, as creator Derren Little has appeared to confirm there could be another series in the works!
In recent days, Derren held a Benidorm convention for fans where he was joined by original cast members from the Garvey family, made up of actors Steve Pemberton, Siobhan Finneran, Oliver Stokes and Sheila Reid.
The stars, who played iconic characters such as Mick and Janice Garvey, and Madge on the sitcom, revisited some of the show's best moments with a live audience, but the main talking point from the night was when Steve said to Siobham: "Now that we've sold that b****y hotel in Las Vegas, could this be our new big adventure?"
Creator Derren then asked: "Have you just announced season 11 of Benidorm? Who on earth would watch it?"
He then added: "Ladies and gentlemen, in the words of Madge Garvey in series seven episode two, 'Never say never. Never say never.'
"I'd like to thank this amazing cast that started out as employees, went on to be friends and now they're my family."
After seeing the video which was uploaded to TikTok, fans were quick to comment with their excitement.
One wrote: 'I’m crying literally crying', with another adding: 'They better bring it back now after the tears I just had'. A third then wrote: 'Omg screaming!! I watch Benidorm on repeat all the time 😅 know all the words'. (sic)
Although the cast and creator have dropped major hints that more series could be on the way, ITV are yet to confirm anything.
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Creator Derren Little confirmed the sad news that Benidorm was ending after 11 years back in 2018, writing on Twitter at the time: 'Crazy to think Wednesday will be the last episode of Benidorm! I created the series over 11 years ago, wrote it, guest starred in it and ended up directing it. It's difficult to think what else there is to do! Thank you for watching! #MuchasGracias 🌴'. sic
Derren then set up a stage show called Benidorm Live, which went on to span for 250 shows, and there was also talk of a potential Benidorm Movie, but sadly nothing was created.
So, it looks like it may be in the early stages, but the evidence is looking good for a potential 11th series of Benidorm.
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