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t’s time for the Police Federation of England and Wales to apply lavender oil to all available pulse points, because the new ITV comedy Piglets is here. The sitcom follows six recruits to the fictional Norbourne training college, sparking initial condemnation from the Federation due to its title.
However, upon viewing the show, the Federation may find that Piglets lacks material to distress its members beyond the provocative title. The recruits, including a former dinner lady, eager beaver, and dim scion, are mentored by superintendents and trainers in a series of comedic episodes with moments of surreal humor.
Created by the team behind Smack the Pony and Green Wing, Piglets attempts to blend absurdity with traditional sitcom tropes, but falls short in execution. The characters’ antics and interactions often miss the mark, leaving viewers longing for a stronger comedic punch.
Despite its potential, Piglets lands with a comedic splat, struggling to find its comedic voice. Catch the show on ITV1 and ITVX for a quirky take on police training comedy.