Fans of the beloved BBC sitcom Changing Ends are buzzing with anticipation for the third season. Inspired by comedian Alan Carr’s real-life childhood in 1980s Northampton, the series masterfully blends sharp humor, heartfelt nostalgia, and relatable coming-of-age moments. After two critically praised seasons packed with laugh-out-loud gags and emotional depth, viewers are hungry for more. Below is the latest confirmed information on the release schedule, cast returns, new additions, and what the upcoming plot has in store.
Changing Ends Season 3 Release Date
Mark the calendar. 23 November 2025, 10:05pm. ITV1 first, then straight to ITVX for anyone who can’t wait past the ad break. Seasons 1 and 2 are already parked on ITVX if the hype’s got you twitchy—13 million streams and counting say you’re not alone.
Changing Ends Season 3 Cast
The heart of Changing Ends lies in its stellar ensemble, and the core cast is confirmed to return:
- Oliver Savell as young Alan Carr, capturing the awkward charm and wide-eyed innocence of adolescence.
- Alan Carr as the present-day narrator and occasional on-screen adult Alan, injecting meta humor and personal flair.
- Nancy Sullivan as Christine, Alan’s warm yet sardonic mother.
- Shaun Dooley as Graham, the tough-but-tender football coach and local cop.
Season 3 introduces exciting new talent:
- Helen Monks joins as a bold, quick-witted neighbor who sparks teenage drama and unexpected alliances.
- A high-profile guest appearance is teased, with industry whispers pointing toward Jack Whitehall in a cameo that draws from his own comedy roots.
No confirmation yet on whether Taylor Lautner will reprise his surprise season 2 role, but producers have hinted at “a few transatlantic surprises” still in the works. Behind-the-scenes reports praise the natural chemistry and improvisational energy that continue to define the show’s tone.
Changing Ends Season 3 Potential Plot
Teenage Alan’s gone full hormone. There’s a new lad, Jake, and suddenly every corridor at school feels like a catwalk. Crushes, secrets, and the kind of blushing that could power the national grid. Meanwhile, Graham’s Cobblers are sliding back to Division Four—real history, real stress, real rows over shepherd’s pie.
Expect:
- Mixtapes swapped in the bike sheds.
- Shoulder pads big enough to land planes.
- Alan trying to flirt while wearing a Northampton Town scarf like a cape.
The show filmed in a shiny new studio house set, wrapped months ago. Cast selfies show them crying with laughter between takes—good sign.
