Hey Lovelies,
With a title like Plebs, many would think that this comedy
is set to offend lots. However, over the years, the series has done the
opposite. It has brought joy and a light-hearted nature to the British comedy
scene that is still shining bright in its fifth series, out today on DVD and digitally.
Returning for another successful eight episodes, the series
kicks off and remains incredibly strong throughout. Having found his place
Jason (Jonathan Pointing), now has a solid home alongside regulars Marcus (Tom
Rosenthal) and the best of the three, Grumio (Ryan Sampson). Full of schemes,
plans and food in relation to Grumio, the show manages to pull off everything
you would expect and more in a beautiful manner.
With many a guest stars, the fifth series sees Jason coming
to terms with an unwanted admirer, whilst Marcus and Grumio battle to make
their tavern, the Crown and Toga, thrive under the pressure of the nightlife in
the Roman city. A tough job in 23BC.
Each character finally has a place within the show that
works. Whilst Rosenthal and Sampson have always been there, they still make it
feel like you are learning about their characters and fallen for them just like
the first time. Especially in the case of Sampson, who is the standout
performer throughout the show and its many series. No one compares to him and
the work he does in leading the way for the characters and Grumio is the best
of the trio in terms of giving every element of comedy.
Nothing within the script seems too much for the stars of
the show and those that guest feature. Everything you would expect and
everything you don’t is shown. From sick, spit and even worse than that, the
characters are thrown into every situation. Something that even on the fifth
series works. It brings hope and joy that sitcoms like this haven’t gone
anywhere and the creators should be proud.
Plebs has been a joy to watch for the past five series and I
hope it continues on. Nothing is too much and everything makes your heart swell
with joy watching. If you have never seen it before, but it and binge.
Christmas is a moment for joy and Plebs series five is definitely delivering it
just in time.
5 Stars
Joey X