Alison Steadman (
Gavin & Stacey,
Life Is Sweet) has joined the cast of
Stan & Gran, represented by Banijay Kids & Family, as Grumblestunk.
“It is such an honor to be working with the very talented Alison Steadman to bring Stan & Gran to life with her unique blend of fun and energy that perfectly captures the character of Grumblestunk,” said Louise Bucknole, Senior Vice President (SVP) of kids and family for the U.K. and Ireland at Paramount. “It’s a brilliant performance that is sure to captivate our Milkshake! audience, and we simply can’t wait to share it with them!”
Stan & Gran, created by Jon Mason, is written by Howard Read (
Danger Mouse,
Horrible Histories,
Deep in the Bowl), produced by Peter Griffiths (
LEGO: Nexus Knights,
Rosie’s Rules,
The Ocean Calls) and directed by Simone Giampaolo (
Only a Child,
Bad Dinosaurs,
The Legends Family Adventure,
Obki the Eco Alien). It is co-produced by Tiger Aspect Kids & Family (part of Banijay Kids & Family), Jollywise and Xentrix Studios.
The 52×11-minute series follows the adventures of Stan Breakwater, a curious and excitable nature lover, and his fun-loving Gran as they investigate strange happenings in their fictional British coastal village of Porthole.
The show is commissioned by 5’s Milkshake! and Nick Jr. UK and is set to launch on Milkshake! on November 10 and on Nick Jr. UK & Ireland in 2026.
“I’ve had a lifelong passion for wildlife; I can spend hours watching the birds in my garden,” Steadman said. “So, when Stan & Gran came along, I just fell in love with Porthole and the funny and relatable characters—especially Grumblestunk and her somewhat nefarious ways! The show’s all about being outside and celebrating nature—what’s not to love about that!”
Mason added, “I’ve long admired Alison Steadman’s talent, from her standout role as Candice Marie in Nuts in May to iconic characters like Beverly in Abigail’s Party and Pam in Gavin & Stacey. When casting for the show, Alison was at the top of our wish list, and we were thrilled when she accepted the role of village bad girl Grumblestunk. Watching her inhabit the role with such gusto has had us in stitches during voice recordings—she delivers pure magic.”
