Fleabag is a critically acclaimed British comedy-drama that follows the life of a dry-witted, sexually voracious, and emotionally damaged woman known only as “Fleabag” as she navigates life in London. The series breaks the fourth wall, with Fleabag frequently addressing the audience directly, sharing her inner thoughts, judgments, and vulnerabilities. Season 1 explores her complicated relationships with her sister Claire, her father, her ex-boyfriend, and her best friend Boo, while she runs a struggling café and copes with unresolved grief. Season 2 introduces a charismatic but celibate priest (simply called “Hot Priest”) who challenges Fleabag’s worldview and forces her to confront her feelings about love, faith, and connection. Created by and starring Phoebe Waller-Bridge, the show is celebrated for its sharp writing, innovative storytelling, and powerful exploration of trauma, guilt, and human connection.
Title: Fleabag
Year: 2016–2019
Type: TV Series
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Director: Harry Bradbeer (Seasons 1-2), Phoebe Waller-Bridge (Season 1)
Writer: Phoebe Waller-Bridge (Creator/Writer)
Producers: BBC Three, BBC One, Amazon Studios, Two Brothers Pictures
Genre: Comedy-Drama, Dark Comedy, British Comedy, Tragicomedy