James Corden , who co‑created the beloved sitcom *Gavin & Stacey* with Ruth Jones in 2007, has singled out the series’ second episode as a personal low point.. He described the half‑hour in which Gavin proposes to Stacey as “very,very, very bad,” saying he felt forced into a corner by the storyline. The comment comes as Corden and Jones re‑team on a new series for AppleTV+, reportedly under a multimillion‑pound agreement.

Why the second episode’s engagement plot irked James Corden

In the episode that aired early in the series, Gavin and Stacey’s whirlwind romance culminates in an on‑screen engagement, a moment Corden now calls “awful.” He told reporters the pressure to wrap the narrative around a sudden proposal made the half‑hour feel contrived, leaving him dissatisfied with the creative choice .

AppleTV+ signs Corden‑Jones duo for mulltimillion‑pound series

According to the report,the pair have secured a new deal with AppleTV+ that is described as “multimillion‑pound,” signaling a major next step for the creators after the original show’s success.. The streaming platform’s investment suggests confdience in their comedic chemistry and the potential for fresh content beyond the *Gavin & Stacey* universe.

2024 Christmas special gave fans a happy ending

The original series concluded with a Christmas Day 2024 special where Nessa and Smithy finally confess their love and marry, a finale praised by fans and critics alike. This celebratory closure contrasts sharply with Corden’s criticism of the earlier engagement episode, highlighting how the show’s tone evolved over time.

Ruth Jones addresses celebrity‑reality rumours

Ruth Jones recently appeared on *The Jonathan Ross Show* to deny speculation about joining *Celebrity Traitors* or *Strictly Come Dancing*, focusing instead on her upcoming projects with Corden.. Her comments underscore a shift from reality‑TV gossip to concentrating on the new AppleTV+ venture.

Who remains silent on the ‘awful’ episode?

The source does not include reactions from other cast members or writers about Corden’s assessment, leaving it unclear whether the criticism is shared within the *Gavin & Stacey* team. As the new series development proceeds, any further commentary from co‑stars could shape public perception of the creators’ past work.