The Scottish sitcom is currently airing its seventh series with Doon Mackichan making her Two Doors Down return as Cathy arrives back in Latimer Crescent.
You can watch Two Doors Down for FREE in the UK on the BBC iPlayer streaming service. But don't worry if you're on holiday while it's on — because you can watch Two Doors Down on BBC iPlayer from anywhere with a VPN.
UK: BBC One, Fridays at 9:30pm GMT and iPlayer (free with license fee)
Having debuted with a Hogmanay special ten years ago, The BBC sitcom shows no signs of slowing down. Set in Latimer Crescent, a fictional middle-class Glasgow suburb, Two Doors Down follows the long suffering Eric (Alex Norton, Good Omens) and Beth (Arrabella Weir, The Fast Show), a couple just trying to live a quiet life of domestic happiness, and the various neighbours that insert themselves in to their lives.
The cast of eccentric residents includes Colin (Jonathan Watson, Upstart Crow) and his (now-ex) wife Cathy (Doon Mackichan, Smack the Pony); Christine (Elanine C. Smith, Rab C. Nesbitt) and her daughter Sophie (Sharon Roonye, My Mad Fat Diary) and Eric and Beth’s son Ian (Jamie Quinn, Bluestone 42) and his partner Gordon (Kieran Hodgson, See How They Run).
The show is written by Simon Carlyle (Changing Ends) and Gregor Sharp (Not Going Out), however, in August of this year it was announced that Carlyle had sadly passed away and, understandably, there’s no word yet on what this means for the programme’s future.
But, for now there are seven series and various specials to enjoy, so if you fancy a trip to Latimer Crescent, read on for how to watch Two Doors Down from anywhere in the world. We've got all the information you'll need below.
How to watch Two Doors Down in the UK
Can I watch Two Doors Down in the US?
Two Doors Down is currently unavailable in the US and there's no news of a release date any time soon. British license fee payers travelling to the States can use a VPN to catch the latest episode from abroad, just as you would at home.
How to watch Two Doors Down from anywhere with a VPN
You can watch Two Doors Down on iPlayer by using a VPN – no matter where you are in the world!
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Two Doors Down series 7 air dates
Two Doors Down series 7 episode guide
All episodes of Two Doors Down are available to watch on BBC iPlayer right now. But if you prefer to watch weekly, here's the release schedule:
- Episode 1: "Cathy's Come Home" - Friday, November 24
- Episode 2: "Cathy Loves Michelle" - Friday, December 1
- Episode 3: "Ian's Ex" - Friday, December 8
- Episode 4: "Carvery" - Friday, December 15
- Episode 5: "Takeaway" - Friday, December 22
- Episode 6: TBC - TBC
- Christmas Special: TBC - TBC
What you need to know about Two Doors Down
Two Doors Down series 7 trailer
What is the Two Doors Down release date?
Two Doors Down season 7 premiered on November 24, 2023. New episode air on Fridays at 9:30pm GMT. There's a Christmas special on the way but there's no word yet on exactly when it will air – expect an announcement of the BBC's festive schedule very soon.
If you want to catch up on the story so far, all episodes, including the current series, are on BBC iPlayer and this year's Christmas special will be added as it airs.
Who is in the cast of Two Doors Down?
- Arabella Weir as Beth
- Alex Norton as Eric
- Elaine C. Smith as Christine
- Jonathan Watson as Colin
- Doon Mackichan as Cathy
- Jamie Quinn as Ian
- Kieran Hodgson as Gordon
- Joy McAvoy as Michelle
- Graeme Stevely as Alan
- Sharon Rooney as Sophie
- Harki Bhambra as Jaz
- Siobhan Redmond as Anne-Marie
What is Two Doors Down about?
Set in the fictional Glasgow suburb of Latimer Crescent, the BBC sitcom is created by Simon Carlyle and Gregor Sharp.
The BBC synopsis reads: "Latimer Crescent is home to Beth and Eric (Arabella Weir and Alex Norton) to Christine (Elaine C Smith) and to Colin (Jonathan Watson) and the show revolves around them and the various friends and neighbours who find reasons to intrude into their home."
Two Doors Down series 7 full episode Guide
Episode 1 – watch now on BBC iPlayer
Over at Colin's house, the neighbours are gathered for a surprise birthday party for Anne Marie. But when the doorbell goes, it's Colin who gets the big surprise.
Episode 2 – watch now on BBC iPlayer
A new bathroom is a big commitment, and Christine can’t decide, driving Beth and Eric demented. Meanwhile, Cathy and Michelle bond over a boozy lunch, but will this new friendship last?
Episode 3 - watch now on BBC iPlayer
Ian's school friend Darren turns up out the blue sparking many memories - and when the neighbours probe into their past relationship, Gordon finds himself in a spiral of paranoia.
Episode 4 – watch now on BBC iPlayer
It's Father's Day at the carvery for Ian, Gordon, their parents and Christine, who wangled an invitation. As she grumps about the beef, Gordon grapples with family revelations.
Episode 5 – watch now on BBC iPlayer
It's payday, so Michelle invites the neighbours round for a Chinese takeaway. As they wait for their food to arrive, Eric shares his love of Billy Connolly.
Episode 6 – watch now on BBC iPlayer
Alan and Michelle are bleary-eyed off a delayed flight from Las Vegas. They’ve got big news to share with the neighbours, but their exciting announcement gets quickly out of hand.
