My Big Fat Gypsy Wedding (2010) is a documentary, reality web series in English. On MovieLinkBD: full story, cast, ratings, season & episode guide, official trailer and where to watch My Big Fat Gypsy Wedding online in HD.
My Big Fat Gypsy Wedding — Storyline
Big Fat Gypsy Weddings is a British documentary series broadcast on Channel 4, that explores the lives and traditions of several Irish Traveller families as they prepare to unite one of their number in marriage. The series also featured Romanichal in several episodes, and has been criticised for not accurately representing England’s Romani and Travelling community. It was first broadcast in February 2010 as a one-off documentary called My Big Fat Gypsy Wedding, filmed as part of the Cutting Edge series and voted Most Groundbreaking Show in the Cultural Diversity Awards 2010. A series of 5 episodes were later commissioned, and the series first aired in January 2011. A second series began airing in February 2012. A third series was not made, rather the show ended with six stand-alone specials.
Cast & Crew
- Starring: Barbara Flynn, Paddy Doherty
My Big Fat Gypsy Wedding — Series Details
| First Air Date | 2010-02-18 |
| Seasons | 2 |
| Episodes | 14 |
| Genre | Documentary, Reality |
| Language | English |
| Network | Channel 4 |
| Status | Ended |
| Rating | 4.8/10 (14 votes) |
My Big Fat Gypsy Wedding — Episode Guide
Season 1
- E1: Born to Be Wed (2011-01-18) — This episode looks at the milestones in a Gypsy girl's life leading to the biggest day of all – her wedding. From first Holy Communion (described as a 'dress rehearsal for her wedd
- E2: No Place Like Home (2011-01-25) — Romany Gypsy Pat faces criticism for marrying a non-gypsy. But his bride Sam is determined to prove her Gypsy girl credentials with a 14-stone dress that lights up in the dark. Wit
- E3: Desperate Housewives (2011-02-01) — A look beyond the enormous wedding dresses, sequins and tiaras to unveil the lot of a Gypsy woman. It's not all just about having blingtastic nuptials. With literacy and education
- E4: Boys Will Be Boys (2011-02-08) — While Gypsy and traveller women want to be a princess on their wedding day, the reality in the Gypsy community is that on every other day it is man who is king. This film looks at
- E5: Bride & Prejudice (2011-02-15) — This film visits the annual Appleby Horse Fair and examines the prejudice against the travelling community in Britain today. Discrimination is nothing new to the traveller communit
- E6: My Big Fat Gypsy Christmas (2011-12-13) — Christmas is a time for family, a time for peace and harmony – but it is also a time to celebrate. This film follows the celebrations and traditions of members of the Irish travell
- E7: Episode 7
Season 2
- E1: Diamantes Are Forever (2012-02-14) — This episode explores the competitive streak that lies behind the now famous gypsy look and the extraordinary sacrifices that are taken to achieve it.
- E2: I Fought the Law (2012-02-21) — In this episode, Irish Traveller Danielle is determined to live her life in a traditional way and, at just 15, is planning a lavish black pink and bling hen party.
- E3: School of Hard Knocks (2012-02-28) — As the eldest granddaughter of a family with both Romany gypsy and Irish traveller heritage, 15 year old Santana is expected to follow strict rules for girls and set a good example
- E4: Love Conquers All (2012-03-06) — This episode explores further the cultural divide between gypsies and non-gypsies and looks at what happens when the two worlds are thrust together in marriage.
- E5: Reputation Is Everything (2012-03-13) — For Gypsies and Travellers, a clean family name is crucial, and the consequences of losing it are devastating. After causing a scandal by spending time alone with her boyfriend, Ro
- E6: Out of Site, Out of Mind (2012-03-20) — In this episode we witness a community at a cross roads, as the battle to preserve the gypsy and traveller way of life intensifies. Will the future tear their culture apart, or do
- E7: We Are Family (2012-03-27) — For generations, traveller celebrations have been a family affair. In this episode we meet the Mcfadyens, a large Irish traveller family in the midst of a series of celebrations.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many seasons does My Big Fat Gypsy Wedding have? 2 season(s) with 14 episodes.
Where can I watch My Big Fat Gypsy Wedding? See the Where to Watch section above for current streaming options.
