Lucy Punch Shines in Hilarious Motherland Spin-Off,Amandaland
Have you heard the buzz? Amandaland is here, and critics are calling it the "mother of all comedies!" This highly anticipated BBC spin-off from Motherland sees Lucy Punch reprising her role as Amanda, the over-the-top, hyper-competitive mom we all loved (and maybe slightly feared) in the original series. And guess what? She’s better than ever!
The show kicks off with Amanda navigating a new chapter in her life—recently divorced, downsizing from her posh Chiswick lifestyle, and trying to survive parenting teenagers in South Harlesden. Think less Waitrose, more Tesco Metro. The shift in setting adds a fresh dynamic, and Lucy Punch absolutely thrives in it. Critics are raving about her performance, with The Independent declaring that she has "never been better."
But it’s not just Punch who steals the show. The legendary Dame Joanna Lumley plays Amanda’s mother, Felicity, in what’s being described as an Absolutely Fabulous -level comedic pairing. Their on-screen relationship is pure gold—full of biting one-liners, passive-aggressive barbs, and just the right amount of heart. The Daily Mail hilariously described Lumley as "gathering up laughs and sweeping them into her handbag like an aristocratic shoplifter on a spree." I mean, does it get any better than that?
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If you’re wondering whether this spin-off lives up to Motherland , critics say absolutely! The Guardian praises its "hysterical energy," calling it a rare comedy that will have you laughing so hard you might "wee yourself." The Times even dubs Amanda a "modern-day Hyacinth Bucket," likening her to the iconic Keeping Up Appearances character but with a 2025 twist (imagine if Hyacinth had social media—terrifying, right?).
The writing is razor-sharp, tackling everything from gentrification to middle-class hypocrisy with biting wit. Amanda’s attempts to blend into her new neighborhood are both cringeworthy and hilarious, like when she declares, “I’m actually glad I took the kids out of private school. They’ve got way more chance of getting into Oxbridge from a bog-standard state.” Classic Amanda.
The supporting cast is just as strong, with returning fan-favorite Anne (Philippa Dunne) and new faces like Amanda’s neighbor Mal (Samuel Anderson) and celebrity chef Della (Siobhán McSweeney from Derry Girls ). Their interactions with Amanda add even more layers to the comedy, making every scene feel packed with comedic gold.
With five-star reviews rolling in from The Telegraph and The Daily Mail , Amandaland is shaping up to be a must-watch. Whether you loved Motherland or are just looking for a comedy that delivers nonstop laughs, this show is for you. So grab a glass of wine (or maybe something stronger), settle in, and prepare to be thoroughly entertained. Amanda is back—and she’s more gloriously ridiculous than ever!
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