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The Royle Family: all seasons, episodes and where it airs in the UK

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The Royle Family is a UK comedy series on BBC One, which ran from 1998 to 2000, with 3 seasons and 20 episodes.

The Royle Family has ended; its final episode aired on Monday, December 25, 2000.

The Royle Family seasons (3 seasons, 20 episodes)

SeasonEpisodesFirst airedLast aired
Season 16September 14, 1998October 19, 1998
Season 27September 23, 1999December 25, 1999
Season 37October 16, 2000December 25, 2000

Original UK air dates on BBC One.

Common questions

How many seasons of The Royle Family are there?

The Royle Family has 3 seasons and 20 episodes, first airing on Monday, September 14, 1998.

Has The Royle Family ended?

The Royle Family has ended; its final episode aired on Monday, December 25, 2000.

What channel is The Royle Family on in the UK?

The Royle Family aired on BBC One. Past episodes are often available on the broadcaster's own catch-up app.

Who stars in The Royle Family?

The main cast includes Caroline Aherne, Craig Cash, Ricky Tomlinson, Sue Johnston.

Source: TVmaze (CC BY-SA), retrieved October 7, 2026.