Chickens

Chickens (2011-2013)

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It's 1914, the Great War rages, millions of men have shipped off to join the fight, yet in the sleepy English village of Rittle-on-Sea, three young chaps, Cecil (Bird), George (Thomas), and Bert (Sweet), have stayed behind. Cecil would love to have earned his battle stripes and has all the makings of a brave soldier, but isn't physically fit to fight on account of his flat feet. Pacifist teacher George, on the other hand, has no intention of being a part of the conflict because he fundamentally disagrees with it, and Bert, well, he hasn't got a clue what's going on, an outstanding liar and unscrupulous cad who should be in the army and has no legitimate reason not to be. Lumping the boys together and labelling them cowards, the ladies of Rittle-on-Sea are none-too-pleased about their decision to stick around, including Cecil's sister Agnes (Emerald Fennell, Any Human Heart), and Winky (Sarah Daykin, Dead Boss), George's increasingly embarrassed fiance.

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Scheduleevery Thursday at 20:30 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E06Episode 6sept. 26, 2013
S01E05Episode 5sept. 19, 2013
S01E04Episode 4sept. 12, 2013
S01E03Episode 3sept. 5, 2013
S01E02Episode 2août 29, 2013
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Chickens premiere?

Chickens first premiered on 2 September 2011.

Who created Chickens?

Chickens was created by Simon Bird, Jonny Sweet, and Joe Thomas.

Who were the main cast members of Chickens?

The main cast members of Chickens were Simon Bird, Joe Thomas, and Jonny Sweet.

What was Chickens about?

The show Chickens revolved around the lives of three young men who did not join the army.

Where was Chickens set?

Chickens was set in rural England during World War I.

What inspired the creators of Chickens to make the show?

The creators of Chickens were inspired by the concept of what it would be like to not go to war, as opposed to the common story of soldiers at war.

What's the meaning of the title 'Chickens'?

The title 'Chickens' is a reference to the derogatory term used for those who did not sign up for the war.

Was Chickens a comedy or a drama?

Chickens was a comedy.

Did Chickens receive any awards or nominations?

Yes, Chickens received a nomination for the Best New Comedy Programme at the 2012 British Comedy Awards.

How many episodes were there in the first season of Chickens?

The first season of Chickens comprised six episodes.

What was the critical reception of Chickens?

Critical reception of Chickens was mixed, with some reviewers praising the show's humor and others citing historical accuracy issues.

Was Chickens cancelled or did it end on its own terms?

Chickens ended on its own terms after one season.

Did Simon Bird, Joe Thomas, and Jonny Sweet work together previously on any project?

Yes, the three creators of Chickens previously worked together on the series 'The Inbetweeners'.

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