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Catastrophe is a British sitcom centered around the unplanned relationship between Sharon and Rob following a brief encounter during his London business trip. The series depicts their subsequent journey as they navigate parenthood and the challenges of building a life together with supporting cast members. It premiered on Channel 4 in January 2015.
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What starts the relationship in Catastrophe?
Sharon, an Irish teacher in London, becomes pregnant after a brief fling with Rob, an American visiting on business. Sharon Horgan and Rob Delaney created, wrote, and starred in the Channel 4 series.
How many seasons and episodes does Catastrophe have?
Catastrophe ran for 4 series and 24 episodes from 2015 to 2019. In the United States, it became closely associated with Amazon streaming.
Who does Carrie Fisher play in Catastrophe?
Carrie Fisher plays Mia, Rob's sharp and difficult mother. She appears in the first 3 series, and the third series aired after Fisher's death in December 2016.
Is Catastrophe more like a rom-com or a marriage sitcom?
It starts with a rom-com premise but quickly becomes a frank comedy about pregnancy, marriage, parenting, sex, addiction, and resentment. That tone is why it is often grouped with sharper adult comedies rather than traditional network sitcoms.
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