The BBC created two series based around the daily lives of employees in a Manchester factory’s canteen. Victoria Wood, who wrote and stars in the show, gathered together a strong group of character actors to play a varied collection of people, allowing for many silly situations throughout the sixteen episodes. The staff all report to "Tony" (Andrew Dunn), who is battling cancer and has a bit of an infatuation with su…

The program proved popular in England, and for good reason, though I’m not sure if it gained much traction in America. It's a mild-mannered series centering on a team of colleagues who seem to actually enjoy each other's company as they navigate minor issues and offer observations about everyday existence. I recognize four performers from *Coronation Street*, which I used to appreciate until its shift toward exces…