Moone Boy
- TV sitcom
- Sky One
- 2012 - 2015
- 20 episodes (3 series)
Semi-autobiographical sitcom written by Chris O'Dowd about a boy growing up in Ireland accompanied by his imaginary friend. Stars David Rawle, Chris O'Dowd, Ian O'Reilly, Deirdre O'Kane, Peter McDonald and more.
Streaming rank this week: 5,692
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Preview: Moone Boy, Sky 1
You would have to have a heart made of concrete not to smile at Moone Boy.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 17th February 2014Radio Times review
One of the hinterland hits of 2012, this delectably crackers rites-of-passage sitcom set in 1989 Ireland darted about like a toddler on sweets. Contemporary hits, cartoons and cutaways are all employed to unique effect.
As series two opens, 12-year-old Martin (fantastic find David Rawle) is still talking to his grown-up imaginary friend (co-writer Chris O'Dowd). That may sound weird but not only is it an endearing conceit; it's also very funny.
Now it's summer 1990, the Moones plan to go on holiday - just as the Republic of Ireland begin their group games at the World Cup finals. Cue some sweet trope-trampling as Dad Liam tries to stir couch-potato wife Debra into action.
The holiday-mobile is soon on its way, with Martin's oddball pal Padraic and Fidelma's boyfriend Dessie along for the ride, although Trisha is plunged into mourning over the Talking Heads splitting up. Can a family activity cheer her up?
Moone Boy simply has to be seen by more people. It's a beaming-ear-to-ear delight. Where else would Johnny Vegas dress as Doc Brown from Back to the Future Part II? Well, I'll tell you. Nowhere.
Mark Braxton, Radio Times, 17th February 2014Moone Boy, series 2, episode 1 review
The return of Moone Boy for a second series on Sky1 last night came with only one bum note - why the wait?
Benji Wilson, The Telegraph, 17th February 2014Moone Boy, Sky One - TV review
Moone Boy is enlivened with the main character's animated doodles. "You know what me and the Irish team have in common?" said Martin to Sean. "We're both amazing at drawing!" That's the kind of schoolboy gag that only an imaginary friend should find amusing, but, somehow, Moone Boy has enough charm to make it hilarious.
The Independent, 17th February 2014Chris O'Dowd: From Bridesmaids to Broadway
With a new series of his sitcom Moone Boy starting Monday night, a rom-com in cinemas and a stint on the New York stage with James Franco coming up, Chris O'Dowd is in demand on both sides of the Atlantic.
Jay Richardson, The Independent, 16th February 2014It's all so charming that even the Americans found themselves throwing prestigious TV trophies at it, and we reckon it's the perfect way to put a smile back on your face after trudging home through the wind and rain.
Daniel Sperling, Digital Spy, 16th February 2014Moone Boy preview
Whilst Chris O'Dowd may be the big star, David Rawle steals most scenes with his wit and charm.
Elliot Gonzalez, I Talk Telly, 15th February 2014Moone Boy to be published in book format
Chris O'Dowd's hit Sky1 sitcom Moone Boy is to become a series of books for children, as a publishing house has acquired the rights for a significant sum.
British Comedy Guide, 10th December 2013Moone Boy wins International Emmy
Sky1 sitcom Moone Boy, co-written by and starring Chris O'Dowd, has picked up the prestigious International Emmy for Comedy award.
British Comedy Guide, 26th November 2013Moone Boy: a sitcom to charm your socks off
Funny, happy and nostalgic but never cloying, we celebrate the imminent return of Moone Boy to Sky One for a second series ...
Louisa Mellor, Den Of Geek, 22nd August 2013