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7.2 / 10(18 votes)IMDbTV-14First Aired: 20022 Seasons

The Book Group

“Who ever said reading was dull?”

Series Overview

Clare, a neurotic American, moves to Glasgow and starts a book group to meet new, interesting people. But Kenny, Dirka, Rab, Fist and Janice are more interesting than she bargained for...

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedScripted
Original Network
Channel 4
Episodes & Seasons

2 Seasons • 12 Episodes

Air Date Window

2002 – 2003

Premiered: Fri, Apr 12, 2002

Created By
Annie GriffinAnnie Griffin

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Fri, Feb 28, 2003

Season 2, Episode 6: “A'Salaam Insh'Allah”

Jean has a party to celebrate her book deal. Kenny sings karaoke, Lachlan proposes to a reluctant Clare, and Janice gets very drunk and tells Rab she loves him.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

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Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Annie Griffin

Age Classification & Content Advisories

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Primary: TV-14

TV-14: Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.

International Certification Matrix

United Kingdom (BBFC)15

Suitable only for 15 years and over.

Australia (ACB)MA 15+
France (CNC)18

Interdit aux moins de 18 ans — 18+ only.

United States (MPAA)TV-14

Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.

Germany (FSK)16

FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.

Canada14+

14+ Parents Strongly Cautioned.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Book Group

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What is The Book Group about?

Clare, a neurotic American, moves to Glasgow and starts a book group to meet new, interesting people. But Kenny, Dirka, Rab, Fist and Janice are more interesting than she bargained for...

How many seasons does The Book Group have?

The Book Group comprises 2 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in The Book Group?

Key cast members in The Book Group include Anne Dudek, Michelle Gomez, Saskia Mulder, Karen Kilgariff, Rory McCann.

Who created or directed The Book Group?

The Book Group was developed and directed by Annie Griffin.