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Such Brave Girls

Such Brave Girls is a British television sitcom created by Kat Sadler for BBC Three.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Such Brave Girls is a British television sitcom created by Kat Sadler for BBC Three. It follows a dysfunctional single-parent family and stars Sadler, Louise Brealey and Lizzie Davidson. The series premiered in 2023 and has been renewed for additional seasons.

Premise

The sitcom centres on a single mother and her two daughters as they struggle with poor judgment, financial insecurity and a desperate need for affection. Coverage describes the show as a dark or chaotic family comedy.

Production

The series was created by Kat Sadler for BBC Three and produced with A24 and Various Artists Ltd. It is directed by Simon Bird.

Broadcast and release

The first series aired in November 2023. A second six-episode series followed in 2025, and the show received a further commissioning for a third series in 2026.

Reception

The series has received positive attention from reviewers and has won BAFTA Awards, according to IMDb and entertainment coverage.

Key facts

  • The series is a dark family sitcom about a dysfunctional single-parent household.
  • Kat Sadler created the show and also stars in it as Josie.
  • The first series premiered on BBC Three on 22 November 2023.
  • A second series was released in July 2025, and a third series was commissioned in May 2026.
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Canadian context

Canadian viewers may encounter the series through international streaming services such as Disney+, depending on regional availability.

Frequently asked questions

What is Such Brave Girls about?
It is a British sitcom about a dysfunctional single-parent family coping with unstable relationships, financial problems and emotional neediness.
Who created Such Brave Girls?
Kat Sadler created the series.
Who stars in the series?
Kat Sadler, Louise Brealey and Lizzie Davidson are the main cast members highlighted in the available sources.
When did Such Brave Girls first air?
The first series premiered on 22 November 2023 on BBC Three.
How many series have been made?
As of the latest available sources, two series have been released and a third series was commissioned in May 2026.
Is Such Brave Girls available outside the UK?
Yes. Availability has been reported on platforms including Disney+ and Hulu in some regions.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Such_Brave_Girls
    Supports: Basic series description, creator, cast, broadcaster, premiere date, series renewal information.
  2. BBC — https://www.bbc.co.uk/mediacentre/mediapacks/such-brave-girls-meet-the-cast-new-sitcom
    Supports: Official description of premise, principal cast, production details, and BBC Three launch information.
  3. BBC — https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0gqd7m8/episodes/guide
    Supports: BBC episode guide and series description.
  4. Apple TV — https://www.apple.com/gb/show/such-brave-girls/
    Supports: Series description, cast, and availability in some regions.
  5. Disney+ — https://www.disneyplus.com/browse/entity-bd74b544-7840-4066-aef0-1385ceb8d6a5
    Supports: Series description, cast, and release window.
  6. Hulu — https://www.hulu.com/series/such-brave-girls-bd74b544-7840-4066-aef0-1385ceb8d6a5
    Supports: Series description and streaming availability, including season count.
  7. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt18974452/
    Supports: Series description and award/nominations summary.
  8. The Guardian — https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2025/jun/28/such-brave-girls-tv-so-hilariously-savage-it-will-make-you-yowl-with-pleasure
    Supports: Critical reception, second-series context, and production notes.