A new BBC sitcom created by Diane Morgan has been praised as 'genius' by viewers, as they binge-watch all six episodes in one go and beg for second series15:55, 25 Jul 2026Updated 16:04, 25 Jul 2026Looking for your next weekend binge? A fresh BBC sitcom starring Diane Morgan might be the perfect choice. Finding new television shows can feel overwhelming due to the endless choices on streaming platforms. However, this new six-part comedy series offers an easy, straightforward viewing experience.‌Co-created and written by Diane Morgan and Sarah Kendall, the show recently debuted on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. It has already earned massive praise from viewers. In fact, fans are already demanding a second season just days after its release. The programme is titled Ann Droid, and revolves around a woman called Sue and her android helper robot, Linda.‌The sitcom is set in 2029, and tracks Sue, whose husband passed away 18 months earlier, and Linda, the second-hand Basic Eldercare Robot purchased by Sue's son, Michael, who is leaving home in an attempt to salvage his marriage.‌While the series is fundamentally a sitcom, it has earned widespread acclaim for the thoughtful manner in which it tackles difficult subjects such as grief, with some fans even revealing it assisted them in working through their own feelings.Following a clip of the programme being posted on TikTok by the official BBC account, numerous fans showered the series with praise, with many expressing their desire to see a second series at the earliest opportunity, having already devoured every available episode.Content cannot be displayed without consent‌One viewer said: "This show was great, hope there's a second series."Another chimed in: "Sue, Sue, Sue we need a season Two, Two, Two!"A third commented: "This is so much better than I expected it to be ... the rollercoaster moment had me screaming."‌Other viewers heaped praise on Diane Morgan, who portrays the android Linda in the programme, as well as co-creating and co-writing it, with many stating they'd be tuning in solely to watch her deliver her performance.One fan remarked: "It's a lovely show. Everything Diane Morgan touches turns to gold."Another enthused: "Diane Morgan, genius of comedy. Ann Droid does not disappoint."‌Viewers from across the globe, including Germany and Australia, also chipped in, pleading with the BBC to license the series in their respective countries after a short clip left them in stitches.Alongside Diane Morgan, Ann Droid also stars Sue Johnston as Sue and Paul Ready as Michael. Sarah Kendall, the other co-creator and co-writer of the series alongside Diane, plays a delivery driver named Cass.Further cast members include Leila Hoffman, Michelle Greenidge, Danny John-Jules, David Hargreaves, and Kathryn Hunter. There's even a cameo from Rylan Clark, who plays Robot Rylan.‌The series consists of six episodes, all of which are currently available to watch on BBC iPlayer. The show is also being broadcast on TV on a weekly basis, with the second episode airing on Friday (24th July). The televised run is set to conclude on 21st August. At the time of publication, it remains unclear whether the programme will be greenlit for a second series.What other TV shows is Diane Morgan known for?Diane Morgan is most famous for her critically acclaimed portrayal of Philomena Cunk, an aggressively ill-informed mockumentary presenter in satirical review show Weekly Wipe.She also has starring roles in hit British sitcoms like Motherland, After Life, and Mandy.Article continues belowAnn Droid is available to watch on BBC One and BBC iPlayer now.