The Royle Family: Barbara's Old Ring (2012): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

Released in 2012, The Royle Family: Barbara's Old Ring is a notable film directed by Caroline Aherne.

What it’s about. Christmas is coming but Barbara is not happy. Not only has she lost her wedding ring but Jim has won on a scratch card she found down the back of the sofa whilst looking for the ring and has kept quiet about his hundred pounds winnings. Nor is he especially sympathetic about Dave's impotency problem, though the entire Royle family unite to help recently widowed Joe from next door enjoy a restaurant-style evening in their house with the equally scatty Philomena, whom he has met through a want ad. On Christmas Day Barbara lashes out at Jim for his laziness and juvenile antics - though his description of a busty barmaid cures Dave's problem. However she is in for a pleasant surprise when she discovers just how he spent his scratch card winnings.

Who’s in it. The Royle Family: Barbara's Old Ring stars Caroline Aherne as Denise Best, Craig Cash as Dave Best, Ricky Tomlinson as Jim Royle and Sue Johnston as Barbara Royle, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Royle Family: Barbara's Old Ring has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Royle Family: Barbara's Old Ring page.