Funny Woman

Set in the swinging sixties, comedy-drama Funny Woman follows the ambitions of one Barbara Parker – a former Blackpool beauty queen with her sights set on breaking into the London comedy scene.

Based on the Nick Hornby novel ‘Funny Girl’, this Sky series stars Gemma Arterton as a formidable female battling to find her comedic voice in an industry exclusively dominated by men.


Director Oliver Parker
Cast Gemma Arterton, Rupert Everett, Tom Bateman, David Threlfall, Rosie Cavaliero
Production Company Sky TV
Year 2023
Filming location(s) London, North West

TV Extras in London & The North West!

Uni-versal Extra provided casting support for the Sky TV series Funny Woman in London, Blackpool and Manchester!

When watching Funny Woman, keep your eyes peeled for…

Passers-by, Party People, Intellectuals, Film Crew, Cleaning Ladies, a Stand-In for leading lady – Gemma Arterton – and more!

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