Eagle-eyed Viewer Spot the Kitchen Set from Mr Bates' in Alan Carr's Sitcom
A keen-eyed fan of the hit ITV drama, Mr Bates vs the Post Office, has uncovered a surprising blunder. Taking to social media, the viewer pointed out that the kitchen set used for lead character Mr Bates was also featured in another recent ITV show. Screenshots were shared to prove the point, leaving fans in hysterics.
Real Life Drama Becomes Ratings Sensation
Mr Bates vs the Post Office has quickly become a ratings success for ITV1. In fact, it debuted on New Year's Day as the most watched programme across all channels. With a staggering 3.9 million viewers, it even beat BBC1 rival The Tourist, which scored 2.2 million viewers in comparison. Additionally, the drama has been streamed over a million times on ITVX in its first day alone.
A Set 'Recycling' Surprise
Despite the show's success, one observant viewer couldn't help but notice a familiar sight. The viewer recognized Mr Bates' kitchen set as the same one used in Alan Carr's sitcom, Changing Ends. Taking to social media, they shared their discovery and even posted screenshots showcasing the identical sets. However, this revelation didn't deter them from enjoying both shows, as they commented that they were "both great."
The Real Life Nightmare of the Post Office Scandal
Mr Bates vs the Post Office delves into the real life nightmare that unfolded when numerous subpostmasters were wrongly accused of theft, false accounting, and fraud by the Post Office. In reality, it was the failing computer system that caused accounting discrepancies. The consequences were severe, with many subpostmasters being jailed, experiencing mental anguish, and tragically, even leading to suicide. The drama follows the story of former subpostmaster Alan Bates, who rallied the victims together to fight for justice.
Viewer Reactions: Frustration and Heartbreak
Last night's episode of Mr Bates vs the Post Office left many viewers feeling frustrated and upset as they watched the injustice unfold. Taking to social media, one person expressed, "It is so awful," while another shared, "I felt so many painful emotions just watching the programme, it's hard to even begin to imagine the suffering the victims endured." The portrayal of the Post Office scandal left some viewers feeling sick to their stomachs.
The cast of Mr Bates vs the Post Office includes Toby Jones in the role of Alan Bates, alongside Monica Dolan, Julie Hesmondhalgh, and Katherine Kelly.
