Changing Ends: Alan Carr’s 80s coming-of-age comedy returns for a third series

Changing Ends: Alan Carr’s 80s Coming-of-Age Comedy Returns for a Third Series

Alan Carr’s semi-autobiographical sitcom Changing Ends returns later this month on ITVX, ITV1, and STV, offering a nostalgic, witty, and heartfelt look at adolescence in Northampton during the late 1980s.

Series Achievements

Since its debut, the BAFTA-nominated show has amassed over 14 million streams on ITVX and won an RTS Award this year. Its bittersweet portrayal of 80s awkwardness and emotional growth has resonated widely with audiences.

Plot Overview of Series Three

Set in the summer of 1989, the story follows young Alan, played by Oliver Savell, now a teenager facing the challenges of adolescence, including turbulent emotions and a budding crush on Jake.

Alan’s father, Graham (Shaun Dooley), manages Northampton Town football club and struggles as the Cobblers slip to Division Three.
The storyline intertwines Alan’s personal experiences with the football team’s ups and downs, delivering a balanced mix of humor and heart.

Character Experiences

Alan grapples with typical teenage issues such as sleepovers, swimming lessons, and awkward social outings, all while deciding whether to keep his feelings hidden or express them openly.

“Carr’s trademark humour and affection gently balance the struggles—one on the pitch, one of the heart.”

Summary: Alan Carr’s Changing Ends continues to capture the trials of growing up in the 80s, blending humor, nostalgia, and emotional depth in its acclaimed third series.

ATV Today - — 2025-11-04