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Gracie! was a six-part television series created by BBC Scotland and broadcast on BBC Two in 2009. It was a musical drama set in the 1930s and followed the fictional character of Gracie Fields, a Lancashire-born singer and actress who rose to fame during the interwar years in Britain.

Jane Horrocks, the acclaimed actress known for her performances in Absolutely Fabulous and Little Voice, played Gracie Fields in the series. Her portrayal of the singer was praised for capturing the vivaciousness and charisma that made Fields such a beloved performer. Tom Hollander (Pride and Prejudice, The Night Manager) played Archie Pitt, Fields' real-life husband and manager, who steered her career through the ups and downs of show business.

The first episode of Gracie! introduced viewers to a young Gracie living in Rochdale, where she worked in local mills and dreamed of a career on the stage. Her talent for singing and comedy began to be noticed, and she soon secured a gig at a local theatre. From there, her star continued to rise as she played in venues across the country and charmed radio audiences with her wit and charm.

One of the key themes of the show was the tension between Gracie's working-class roots and her rapid ascent to celebrity. Her fame brought her into contact with wealthy and powerful people, but she never lost touch with her fans or her humble beginnings. This dynamic was explored through Gracie's relationships with her husband, Archie, and her friends and family.

Throughout the series, Gracie faced a range of challenges

Gracie! is a series that ran for 1 seasons (1 episodes) between November 23, 2009 and on BBC