Derry Girls Live Script Read | Edinburgh TV Festival

[@EdinburghTVFest]

Who's your favourite character in Derry Girls?

[@darrylb.roberts7181]

That's a very tough question. All the Characters are so brilliantly written, that at any given moment there's always something to love, laugh at, or identify with. Bearing that in mind, I'd have to say it's a tie between Michelle, Orla & Sister Michael for me. They consistently crack me up for various reasons. "Derry Girls" is already one of my All Time Favorite Shows EVER!

[@affanorama]

Oh love the girls but sister Michael is the best...

[@athanasiusphilopatorismaxi389]

Michele

[@zylasneil3826]

Claire is my fav😍😍😍

[@ella4ever965]

Defo sister Michael

[@AvaxPompea]

Nicola got so into character just for the reading an I love it!

[@gloriakajjumba]

😂😂 it's a testament to how she loves her job and how brilliant she is at it❤

[@perileonie506]

My favourite part was Orla cracking up the whole time

[@maia8222]

Same 💖😂

[@unfuzzy]

she's definitely my favourite

[@Rafamawyin]

Totally 😂😂

[@RobynHurst]

Louisa's enjoyment of everyone else was so dear!-- and she is so amazing!!!

[@sfoster.23]

“He’s in a better place now, unless he’s not”

[@melxo5523]

You know.. incase he went to hell.. hahahaha i love orla

[@piperrasmussen]

@@melxo5523 My favorite thing is in the show when she says 'hell', she points upwards.

[@gwaranaopara]

Orla is lovable

[@AmyAberrant]

A better place noyy!

[@unidan82]

Actress playing claire is AMAZING **edit** yes I know who she is now this comment was 4 years ago… no need to tell me about nicola and Bridgerton.

[@Skepticalresident]

Yeah she acts the same way in the show

[@mikimouse8909]

She is perfect!

[@AndrewTheTransformer]

haha yes! Specially when she is drinking the glass of water like in the scene with energy drinks :)

[@Olivia-wb7xl]

Yunno shes 30

[@RobertHeslop]

@@Olivia-wb7xl I think she's 27, she was born in 1993

[@elizabethorla3700]

Dylan looked so confused throughout the whole video. His facial expression throughout the whole video is my favourite thing in the whole. Louisa was so funny with her little facial expression.

[@miriambe7150]

to be fair James looks confused 90% of the show so he technically was in character

[@777L777E777]

He was in character, I loved it

[@livingandlaughing4279]

Orla, I couldn’t help but notice that your surname was shinnick... like me! What’re the chances, cos it’s a pretty rare one😂

[@nagihaider5518]

Dylan is so cute

[@notverycreative]

completely in character

[@christopherhanna5754]

Shows how strong the writing really is. Cast is stunningly good as well

[@carriew5106]

Warching them all (but especially Nicola) become their characters is fascinating. I wish more content like this was available.

[@idzp8143]

"SWEETSUFFERINGJEEZUZITSTHEMORNINWHATAREWEGONNADO???" - sounds like a good alarm tone

[@holacomooduh]

2:09

[@irenesorto6881]

😂 pls!! don’t give me ideas 😂😂

[@albasapri3265]

Nicola is insane. Love that she used the glass of water too

[@lyannastarkweather]

They way Nicola says "Sweet suffering Jesus" kills me everything!

[@Monique-ps9zv]

Nicola is just >>>>>>>> shes so bloody talented

[@gracieoconnor6697]

louisa absolutely losing it at every line is me watching derry girls 24/7

[@liv-bv3pl]

1:00 watching nicola getting into character (clare) is actually brilliant

[@tycozify]

Nicola Coughlan giving EVERTHING at every moment is my jam

[@leah.p.6687]

How is this so much funnier live?? I feel like this would make a GREAT stage play!

[@gauconu95]

It really like waching that scene again 😁

[@hahame2321]

'We ran out spuds, everyone was raging' 😂

[@LauraRose2000]

As a historian… Michelle is bang on with that one

[@allshookup1640]

@@LauraRose2000as another historian I agree with your agreement

[@finecastleie]

"Well I can't tell my rebellions from my risings"

[@darraghgregory1269]

I seen this episode and I'm picturing the scene in my head

[@keiraroberts2113]

Underrated line is James’ slightly sad ‘Why isn’t she smirking at me…?’ 🤣

[@alexthepensmith6101]

I know it's mentioned a lot in the comments here but this makes you realise just what a phenomenal actress Nicola Coughlan is. When she gets into character as Claire she is so committed and in focus. She puts me in mind, in that respect, of Julia Sawalha when she was playing Saffy in Absolutely Fabulous - you watch any bloopers of that show and very rarely will she break out of character even when someone fluffs up or gets their lines wrong, Nicola's exactly the same here!

[@ArtyDarth]

While I love the cast (especially Saoirse-Monica Jackson!), the one who really stands out to me is Louisa. Her character is underrated, and the fact that she is able to pull off a high-pitched voice while actually having a deep voice is remarkable. That being said, I like her personality and appearance. She is humble, not as talkative as the rest of the cast, is natural and has a unique style in clothing.

[@marvinraphaelmonfort8289]

And she's gorge!

[@ArtyDarth]

@@marvinraphaelmonfort8289 Absolutely! She's a natural beauty.

[@HorseloverFat1984]

@@marvinraphaelmonfort8289 She's beautiful!

[@HaggisIsGross]

They are all special, but Louisa is extraordinary. There is a purity and absolute honesty to her acting with zero artifice, and her beauty matches that. I love her as Orla but I am also so excited to see all that she does in her future career.

[@ArtyDarth]

​@@HaggisIsGross​ If you are interested, she recorded an audiobook called "Tennis Lessons". It's on Audible. She's also currently appearing in The Deceived.

[@jenniferhulin600]

Why’s no one talking about Michelle?!! She’s undoubtedly the best and funniest character!

[@tomgjgj]

They're all great for different reasons. Like onions and cakes. Can't make a good curry without an onion, can't have a good birthday without a cake.

[@jenniferhulin600]

@@tomgjgj ahahah trueee

[@nopejustnope]

Claire and Sister Michael exist.

[@fullsizedwarf]

@@tomgjgj you have clearly never tried curried onion cake

[@tomgjgj]

@@fullsizedwarf Dear God, they exist? I knew about putting zucchini in chocolate cake to make it less dry, but this? Screw it, Imma find the recipe online and try this.

[@anahi_naya_ledesma]

The second Nicola said "I'll be doing Hamlet", I fell in love with her. She has the gift. A queen of comedy

[@robynpainter7469]

"What are we doing? *long silence* What ARE we doing?" mood

[@Robertolg75]

Nicola getting completely into character is just brilliant. Similar to Aaron Paul getting into character during table read of Breaking Bad. The level of commitment is second to none. Top quality this

[@jpe09]

I like that Clare is always the responsible one and Nicola played the part really well.

[@kobiosama]

God sweet suffering oh jesus theyre all great actors 🤣 cannot wait for season 3!

[@chemicalrecoveryfellowship1721]

Still waiting for two here in the States

[@catherinechandler5670]

Yep. This just proves how awesome the script is, and the actors. One of my favorite shows.

[@mr.poopybutthole3174]

3:49 when Dylan laughed and touched Louisa AGHJDJDNDHJSSMSJJS

[@unnecessaryasmr9247]

200th like

[@fiveguys3638]

He's so down to earth and such a sweet boy🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺😞🥺😞

[@kieranr7382]

This did not disappoint.

[@orla592]

As an Orla myself, I was also cracking up all the way through this

[@michaelmuldowney8]

Irish Famine - “We know the gist, they ran out of spuds, everyone was ragin’. Brilliant writing

[@daverome8855]

"What are we doin..? What ARE we doin?" 🤣🤣 Love Orla!

[@bentecarmen7463]

Sister Michael is a whole mood

[@bighev]

Nicola Coughlan is excellent

[@zylasneil3826]

She's the only one i think who's giving it her all best in every line she delivers. Love her so much😊😊

[@notverycreative]

@@zylasneil3826 ...why do you think that?! Not at al the only one! And tbf, she's definitely given the "meatiest" part here, to show off her skills. But just check out Dylan's face after being given the dressing down about invading. He looks hurt and somehow also guilty!

[@slimblu1]

Erin, Michelle and Claire haven't noticed Orla's been to the South and got herself a tan🌞

[@MirzaAhmed89]

She's from the South.

[@slimblu1]

@@MirzaAhmed89 The character not the actress..

[@thislife_]

Claire is awesome, the actor

[@AaaaSddd-ec4vc]

You literally see Nicola start adjusting and getting fully into character. Like idk if anyone else saw this before they started but she went straight into it.

[@honeyr5809]

I can’t understand why all the Derry girls stuff is popping up in my feed now after watching it a year ago

[@ASadPigeon]

Honey R Because the 2nd season just came out.

[@Salma.Salma.Salma.]

Only on Netflix, but it was already released elsewhere around March

[@zhuss23]

Sally M. All 4

[@steamboatwillie4329]

This is what it would look like if Derry Girls was a sitcom filmed in front of a studio audience

[@LeslieAM32]

"Orla" cracking up is hilarious and "Claire" was the best!

[@charchaz00]

God our lil ol town of Derry being popular, this will never not be weird

[@aoifeferry118]

Charlotte D true ahaha

[@tomwilkinson1702]

Charlotte D Do you mean Londonderry?😉

[@FingersCrossedBeauty]

How I felt watching Always Sunny in Philadelphia when it first aired! It’s so surreal!

[@unnecessaryasmr9247]

@@tomwilkinson1702 same thing

[@Navisteria]

@@tomwilkinson1702no one calls it that dear

[@gale_poot]

This show is the FUNNIEST EVER . The cast has amazing chemistry

[@anonymousedits4146]

Claire is the most talented in my opinion

[@shaunmoran9004]

It’s so nice to see the actress who plays Orla having some real human reactions! My favourite part of this by far!

[@dwynapotter6121]

I just love Nicola in this screen read!!! She is soooo fabulous!!

[@bowsuphigh]

orla is my spirit animal. she voices every thought I have ever had lmao

[@miab5595]

louisa laughing at everything is meeeee

[@tomgjgj]

When Monica Jackson said ''here boy!'' my cat perked up in my lap like it was being called.

[@AmyAberrant]

When Clare panics it sounds like she’s on helium 😭

[@enealugo8803]

Nicola thank you for gracing us with your presence ❤

[@Carolanamb]

Nicola is a star! She's very talented

[@TheresaBiss]

All the cast of Derry girls are so amazing love this show

[@nicoles_handle]

i find the best shows are where i love all characters equally

[@TheFireBurningWithin]

Nicola's commitment here is amazing, like you can see it before she even speaks. She makes the decision to grab the water as a prop and starts hyperventilating to shorten her breath and bring panic to her voice. It's no wonder she was going far.

[@kenaleimacwilliam3842]

Oh wow!!! Nicola is amazing! I can see the episode so vividly Bc of her acting-no wonder she got bridgerton, she’s a star 🤩🤩🤩

[@franciskeaneycountryclassi9962]

Jamie Lee lands the F bomb with such class!!! 🤣🤣🤣

[@beepylicious]

louisa laughing the whole time is my favorite part

[@louiem2]

Their acting is superb, love the show 👏

[@rinoanniebern4098]

These actors are brilliant. We love this show.

[@laylaveruska627]

This is pure art, love every single one of them. Nicola shines, so much Claire

[@samirae5307]

Such a good script with such a brilliant cast.

[@DaniellaPark72]

The whole cast is so talented Like look at them! I love everything about this show tbh. Someone give them awards already.

[@chrissiem3958]

"Sure, they ran out of spuds, and everyone was ragin'...." So Norn Irish 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@scdbpc965]

My absolute favourite series, characters of all time. You are all amazing, amazing actors. Have watched the series 7 times and laugh every single time. Love the humour and accents. Please make another series with ALL the same actors. Love from Cape Town ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@kierankelly2791]

Amazing casting. All brilliant and talented actors. Of course, superb writing too!

[@salfordnick5336]

Love this, just only watched the whole lot and it's unbelievable how into character they are in this.... brilliant

[@JustWeeMe1]

Oh I just love Derry Girls. And the soundtrack is incredible! My teen years....I would love season 3, 4, 5, .....

[@jazzguitar3441]

I could watch the entire table read like that! So incredibly interesting how acting works! I'm astonished!

[@bethh91210]

this cast are incredible!!!

[@Valeriana6789]

WOW! Nicola is absolutely amazing 👏

[@hellopaolo]

Claire is just fucking hysterical! I love this cast so much!

[@Buhhnana2283]

I'm living for Nicola's facial expressions and how she hits every voice inflection 😂❤❤😅 Sweet suffering Jesus, I love her!! ❤️

[@worldwonderland5900]

I absolutely love how they are in character and off this is awesome !

[@anne-marieneary3976]

These guys have made me laugh so much and my son, reminding me of 90s Ireland xx

[@pyeostello]

Nicola did not have to eat them all up like that.

[@notverycreative]

She didn't. They were all amazing. She got to play a caffeine rush

[@lolmfs]

​@@notverycreative Wich is even better

[@38foreal]

Omg .. they are sooooooo good .. luv ya all Way down in Cape Town South Africa 🇿🇦 ❤️

[@CB-zv9cl]

Claaaaiiiire. Dear lawrd she's amazing! 😍😍😍 And also James, hi baaaeeeeee... 😂😂😂

[@ishy7856]

Please please please do another season... even a where are they now!

[@oPeRa1923]

I love them sooo much! Can't wait for season 3! 🥰

[@kayleen8037]

Absolutely love all of them!

[@Talk2MeNice]

I’ve watched this episode like 5 times already, but I can’t help but cackle at this live read 😭

[@bmabommie]

Amazing cast. Amazing script. More Derry Girls please.

[@cometordonia]

Derry Girls is definitelty one of my top 10 allo time favorite TV Show

[@mrmoshe8157]

MICHELLE MALON FAN over heree....❤ I watched the show with my sister. We love Michelle she light up the room with her cheerfull voice.

[@henxo2382]

My most favourite series to Grace television 😭😭😭 I love it. Here's hoping it never ends lol.

[@certifiedfangirl2053]

Nicola is my queen!!! She does things so professionally❤❤❤❤❤

[@Ii-ex5jr]

Omg,all of those character is so brilliant,love derry girls from China~！

[@vitaflood6677]

the delivery of these lines give me LIFE

[@shaneflanagan8662]

Love this show! Jaimie Lee and Dylan as Michelle and James are great but really, they are playing themselves in the show . Nicola though, is so talented as Claire.

[@alliebirkin8661]

How do they get through a single scene without cracking up at each other 😂😂😂

[@KayaaaaDe]

Louisa and Dylan did crack up though

[@aleaakerman9389]

I love how Nicola is in character the whole time ❤

[@nidianoes8062]

Este capítulo es la Gloria!!! 🙏🏼

[@aloevera5206]

orla laughing the whole time was rly cute

[@Sylvi.z]

1:15 OMG this is for so far my fav chapter it makes me laugh so much! I love all the characters 💖 I feel like I have a piece of everyone in my personality 😂💞 I will be waiting for the season 3!

[@alyssaspice7502]

they should make a derry girls animated version! i'll be watching all day!

[@hannah8589]

Claire and Michelle were everything

[@bellachesnutt]

OH MY GAWD. this is comedy gold... I'm away to rewatch Derry Girls...Nicola, you were bl**dy brilliant and others also ❤

[@sanjanakatiyar3019]

Love this show!!! soso comfort