The BEST episodes of Staged

Every episode of Staged ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Staged!

David Tennant and Michael Sheen (playing themselves) were due to star in a production of Six Characters in Search of an Author in the West End. The pandemic has put paid to that, but their director (Simon Evans – also playing himself) is determined not to let the opportunity pass him by. He knows how big a chance this is for him and turns his attention to cajoling his stars into rehearsing over the internet. All they need to do is read the first scene, but throughout the series they come up against a multitude of oppositional forces: distraction, boredom, home-schooling and their own egos.

Last Updated: 1/3/2024Network: BBC OneStatus: Ended
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The Loo Recluse
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8.25
99 votes

#1 - The Loo Recluse

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 1/25/2021

David and Michael discover that the studio has now cast two actors. When they discover who has been cast both men are upset as they each have a history with the actor taking their place, one known and one unknown.

Directors: Simon Evans
Writer: Simon Evans
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The Cookie Jar
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8.16
134 votes

#2 - The Cookie Jar

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 6/24/2020

Jo drafts in the voice of experience to get Michael and David in line. Georgia has shared David's work without him knowing. Michael seeks resolution on what has happened to his neighbour. David is pleasantly surprised by the enthusiastic response his work receives.

Directors: Simon Evans
Writer: Simon Evans
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Who the F#!k Is Michael Sheen?
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8.10
158 votes

#3 - Who the F#!k Is Michael Sheen?

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 6/17/2020

An actor who was initially involved in the play, but dropped out due to scheduling conflicts, comes back to haunt the production. Georgia has sold her novel, and tells Anna that she’s due to be a birthing partner for her friend. Michael is being blackmailed by his neighbour.

Directors: Simon Evans
Writer: Simon Evans
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Bara Brith
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7.94
142 votes

#4 - Bara Brith

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 6/17/2020

Michael and David are finding it hard to regain each other’s trust. The show’s producer, Jo, steps in to try and repair the damage. Meanwhile Michael gets drawn deeper into the situation with his neighbour. David is nervous about Georgia leaving to go off and help her friend in labour.

Directors: Simon Evans
Writer: Simon Evans
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Saddle Up Sheen
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7.85
119 votes

#5 - Saddle Up Sheen

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/4/2021

Whilst appearing on a chat show discussing a year in lockdown Michael and David are pained to discover someone they respect is not a fan of their work. David's plans to go to work and Michael's plans to visit a friend abroad are both scuppered by last minute travel rule changes. Some news regarding a work opportunity for the pair turns sour.

Directors: Simon Evans
Writer: Simon Evans
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Woofty Doofty, David
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7.84
101 votes

#6 - Woofty Doofty, David

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 1/12/2021

There is fallout from how David and Michael have behaved. They try to establish who has more value. Georgia, Anna and Lucy discuss a charity evening that they are due to perform at.

Directors: Simon Evans
Writer: Simon Evans
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Until They Get Home
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7.84
98 votes

#7 - Until They Get Home

Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 1/26/2021

Accepting their fate David and Michael prepare to finally leave their homes. David is finally due to go back to work, Michael thinks he finally has a route to New York. The girls perform their charity sketch.

Directors: Simon Evans
Writer: Simon Evans
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Ulysses
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7.82
132 votes

#8 - Ulysses

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 6/24/2020

Simon brings in an old friend to try and convince David and Michael to put their faith in him. David has managed to stay afloat in Georgia’s absence.

Directors: Simon Evans
Writer: Simon Evans
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The Dirty Mochyns
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7.79
112 votes

#9 - The Dirty Mochyns

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 1/11/2021

David and Michael spot an opportunity to sabotage the show. David is deflated to discover how people feel about him, while Michael is overjoyed to discover how people feel about him. Anna and Georgia consider their options.

Directors: Simon Evans
Writer: Simon Evans
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Long Time, No See
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7.78
116 votes

#10 - Long Time, No See

Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 1/5/2021

After discovering the plan, David and Michael are dismayed to learn who will be carrying on without them. They are also upset to find out how well Simon is doing without them.

Directors: Simon Evans
Writer: Simon Evans
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Up to No Good
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7.78
174 votes

#11 - Up to No Good

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 6/10/2020

With rehearsals due to begin, Simon goes missing. Michael and David embrace the opportunity to skive off, but Michael gets caught breaking the law.

Directors: Simon Evans
Writer: Simon Evans
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Who’s Playing Who?
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7.77
60 votes

#12 - Who’s Playing Who?

Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 6/14/2023

The gang prepares to announce their new endeavour. Surely nothing can stand in their way?

Directors: Simon Evans
Writer: Simon Evans
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Knock, Knock
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7.76
58 votes

#13 - Knock, Knock

Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 6/28/2023

The final send-off is upset by betrayal almost at once. But is there still a way through?

Directors: Simon Evans
Writer: Simon Evans
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Cachu Hwch
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7.72
194 votes

#14 - Cachu Hwch

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 6/10/2020

David Tennant and Michael Sheen were due to put on a play in the West End before the production was put on hold because of the pandemic. The play’s director, Simon Evans, is worried that his big break is about to pass him by and tries to convince his doubtful actors to carry on rehearsals online.

Directors: Simon Evans
Writer: Simon Evans
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The Warthog and the Mongoose (2)
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7.65
102 votes

#15 - The Warthog and the Mongoose (2)

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 1/19/2021

The project is in danger. Simon tries to get David and Michael to work together, but it ultimately falls to a final pair of potential cast members to offer a new perspective.

Directors: Simon Evans
Writer: Simon Evans
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The Warthog and the Mongoose (1)
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7.60
105 votes

#16 - The Warthog and the Mongoose (1)

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 1/18/2021

The boys are butting heads, not helped by having to read with various new potential cast members. They are increasingly annoyed at each new interaction while Simon tries to keep the ship steady and Georgia marshals her charity team.

Directors: Simon Evans
Writer: Simon Evans
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Is There A Version?
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7.55
62 votes

#17 - Is There A Version?

Season 3 - Episode 1 - Aired 6/14/2023

Michael and David don’t want to talk to Simon, but he doesn't give up.

Directors: Simon Evans
Writer: Simon Evans
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Past
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7.44
54 votes

#18 - Past

Season 3 - Episode 3 - Aired 6/21/2023

Sifting through the rubble of what might have been, they try to pin-point what went wrong.

Directors: Simon Evans
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Future
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7.35
51 votes

#19 - Future

Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 6/28/2023

With the gang reinvigorated, a plan is suggested which could turn failure into glory.

Directors: Simon Evans
Writer: Simon Evans
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Present
star
7.26
50 votes

#20 - Present

Season 3 - Episode 4 - Aired 6/21/2023

With the project paused, David and Michael decide to try and break the standstill.

Directors: Simon Evans
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Staged Unseen
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0.00
0 votes

#21 - Staged Unseen

Season 3 - Episode 7 - Aired 6/28/2023

The Staged Special features not only mistakes and outtakes but it also shows how the show itself was found. From experiments in how to film the show to playing with the idea of who and what the characters would be, it's a unique look back at a unique show produced at the most unique of times.

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