Basketball comedy High Hoops, starring Robert Webb and Isy Suttie, has already been greenlit for a second series. The announcement comes as the first series launches today on BBC iPlayer and CBBC.
Here’s the Lowdown: High Hoops centers on Aoife (Darci Hull), a high school basketball player with a knack for causing chaos as she chases success, fame, love, and the perfect shot. Robert Webb plays headteacher Mr. Holt, Isy Suttie plays Aoife’s mum, Bríd, and Nigel Boyle (Line Of Duty) is basketball coach Jim. All ten episodes of Series 1 are available now on BBC iPlayer, and the series begins on CBBC at 6:25pm.
What This Means Now: The BBC’s immediate renewal of High Hoops demonstrates strong confidence in the show’s potential. It also signals a commitment to showcasing homegrown talent and unique storytelling, as the show is filmed in Halifax.
The Bigger Picture: This early recommission is a significant win for Can Can Productions, known for their work in adult comedy, as they venture into children’s programming with the BBC. The BBC is very confident in the show and the cast, especially newcomer Darci Hull. The series is streaming on BBC iPlayer.
