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How Not to Live Your Life

Don Danbury, who slobs around, doesn't take his job seriously, and making awkward situations, has inherited a house from his late grandmother which she left in debt along with her carer, Eddie Singh, who just stays there assisting Don--free of charge. To repay the debt, Don must live in it and rent it to one female lodger (he tries to get her to fall in love with him). Later, another female rents it. Many awkward situations ensure.

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Cast & Crew See All

Dan Clark
Don Danbury
David Armand
Eddie Singh
Leila Hoffman
Mrs. Treacher

Season 4 Episode Guide See All

Episode 0

It's a Don-derful Life

57 mins

It's Christmas time in the Danbury household and Don is making a final desperate attempt to lead a normal life. But he has to contend with an out-of-control OAP, a violent Santa and someone close to home winning over his dream girl.

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Awards

  • 2008 - British Comedy Award - Best Male Comedy Newcomer - nominated
  • 2011 - RTS Craft & Design Award - Best Production Design: Entertainment & Non-Drama - nominated

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