Phoebe Waller-Bridge Reveals How She Justified Reviving Fleabag for Season 2

[@starktargaryen1048]

phoebe is so good at giving anecdotes that jimmy didn't talk over her for nearly the entire story. she probably set some sort of record or something.

[@elenagobbetti3932]

Stark Targaryen ikr!! It doesn’t happen very often

[@KeyboardAttacker]

He still went to a question about CGI when she was talking about the camera and the 4th wall. He could have followed on that but just went on the next point on his cards probably

[@alexeim1256]

@@KeyboardAttacker I mean, that kind of discussion isn't really what these shows are for. Quippy jokes and fun anecdotes work much better for the format.

[@KeyboardAttacker]

@@alexeim1256 Oh no sure, I agree. It just felt very frustrating because it's so interesting !

[@acciocarmen]

Stark Targaryen lmfao noticed this too. truly rare.

[@Scyr3x]

The moment when PWB talks about the breaking-the-fourth-wall-idea and jimmy's response was: "LOL THERE'S ALSO A CGI FOX" was such a Fleabag-moment. I expected her to look right into the camera and say something like "gosh, american TV shows are stupid".

[@talytasbarcelos]

!!!!!!

[@888pil]

the reason why he brought it up was because the way these shows are scripted is the talking points are pre-discussed. They both already know he is going to bring up the fox. But I'll agree he can't segue to save his life and it feels very awkward and apropos of nothing

[@SuperOmnicronsj44]

the only breaking the fourth wall is Deadpool ... jesus, no wonder she is a hit in the UK YUCK!

[@louismacho6691]

@@SuperOmnicronsj44 what are 5 yr old

[@SuperOmnicronsj44]

I'm only stating the obvious. Fleabag?! wTF has happened to Hollywood???. CRINGE AF. Who the hell thought out she's replacing Indiana Jones. WHERE IS THE GLAMOUR of Hollywood???

[@Technofire4]

I'm happy there are still showrunners out there who favor quality over the constant need of making a new season.

[@wendydarling5790]

Absolutely! Hear that, HANDMAID'S TALE?

[@vt4979]

UK shows tend to end when it should... unlike the US market where ratings is everything.

[@rossleeson8626]

Léo Satgé in UK TV our shows are much shorter 8 episodes max. It makes for a much tighter beats and better structures.

[@Technofire4]

I wish Peaky Blinders would respect this rule

[@davem3295]

it's because she's british...

[@poliapolis99]

Both Phoebe and Andrew Scott KILLED it this season🖤

[@ivy16x81]

The CGI fox wasn't too bad either

[@TalkAsSoftAsChalk]

It kills me that Andrew was the only one who didn't get nominated for an Emmy even though he was perfect.

[@carooteiza8074]

Kneel

[@lawrencel6378]

I wish Andrew Scott got an Emmy nomination. He was fantastic.

[@chaching5995]

Caro Oteiza LMAAAAOOOO

[@Walls2008]

A fox that only works to Coldplay has to be the most Fleabag thing ever.

[@kristenkuruugaa7903]

Walls2008 only the live tracks

[@s.r5716]

I know, right ? 😂

[@IndomitableT]

Walls2008. Who would have ever imagined a story about a diva fox named Buttercup ... right?🦊🤩

[@alicek8069]

I laughed out loud. 🤣👌🏻 Thank you.

[@Walls2008]

@@alicek8069 Aww, that's so sweet! You're welcome!

[@meitalpo]

Thank god there was a second season because Her and Andrew Scott RUINED ME FOREVER

[@celestes.7187]

Meital Porat Andrew Scott is only in season 2.

[@meitalpo]

Celeste S. exactly, that’s why I thanked God for that second season :) When I say God I mean PWB of course 😂

[@janetlogan1506]

Andrew Scott was mortified on Graham Norton when guest Paloma Faith thanked him for the, shall we say, private joy he gave her after watching him in Fleabag..

[@celestes.7187]

Meital Porat haha sorry misread your comment ;)

[@sjb2471]

Janet Logan well he’s gay, so it’s probably a little unnerving to think of a woman sexualising you in that way.

[@FreakieFan]

Please justify a season 3 Phoebe. It's one of my favorite shows EVER

[@elenagobbetti3932]

Guido Anselmi but would they be able to produce a better season finale tho? Because I was stunned, best ending ever in tv history

[@FreakieFan]

@@elenagobbetti3932 Knowing PWB, probably. She one ups her self with everything she does.

[@rossleeson8626]

Guido Anselmi she will eventually she makes it with all her school friends.

[@GirishKumarBhat]

Nah, a good end to a great show. Dont wanna see it being screwed up.

[@FreakieFan]

@@GirishKumarBhat As I said previously. "Knowing PWB, probably. She one ups her self with everything she does."

[@Aloizza]

Imagine living in a world where Fleabag season 2 and the Hot Priest didn't happen. Don't even want to think about that dark place. Andrew Scott was a revelation and I'll be forever grateful to the genius that is PWB for writing this amazing character for Andrew.

[@theKocka]

She deserves to get all the Emmys. She deserves the world. GIVE. IT. TO. HER.

[@BLTKellys]

She already has the world... she's white, upper class and English. That's how she got her show in the first place. Other people never get the same chances.

[@theKocka]

@@BLTKellys oh p*ss off. I'm not saying those are not contributing factors but we are talking about one of the most talented TV writers of this decade. Respect her for her hard work! Nothing was given to her on a silver platter, she frikin earned it!

[@daizhuoxian]

@@BLTKellys what's wrong with you dude

[@BLTKellys]

@@theKocka Actually, it was given to her on a silver platter. White upper class privilege is real.

[@ayhdiv84]

The Mindy Project was funny too,something different,but was canceled

[@marissasmith2827]

Andrew Scott should have gotten an Emmy nomination too!

[@chainreaction1703]

No, he doesn't. There was nothing special about his acting in this serial.

[@allaboutsunshines]

@@chainreaction1703 He definitely should have. If you compare his acting to the other nominees - it's right up there!

[@flala2261]

I know! He MADE season 2 what it is: BELOVED.

[@skylight_gameuse]

there's no award for sexy charisma yet

[@flala2261]

SkyLight Gameuse 😂 true that Unfortunately not

[@Pr_Bh]

Never seen 1. Jimmy LISTEN without interrupting and 2. Genuinely be in awe of the story being told! Phoebe should be given another award for this achievement!

[@TalkAsSoftAsChalk]

Fleabag was perfect! No flaw at all. Phoebe is such a great actress. Not just in the comedic scenes but specially in the drama scenes. It will make you laugh and sob.

[@da96103]

Olivia Colman: Ahem, *fake coughs.

[@thebipedCentaur]

@@da96103 she's a queen in acting.. my guts hated her she was so good in her rolee

[@object.500]

I liked her from the first minute of the show. But I began loving her when she started to cry. 😍

[@shervintennakoon5185]

She's a genius. Her work is ahead of time for most people. A masterpiece.

[@KindCountsDeb3773]

she can be so quirky (good use of) and different, to a wonderful effect.

[@advaitnamboothiri975]

She's a Comedic genius!🙏

[@RictaScale.Official]

Your standards are very low.

[@jeffgraham3201]

@@RictaScale.Official... Have you seen literally anything she's done other than this interview, in which she was still charming and funny? She's Crashing, Fleabag, and Killing Eve are all amazing. If anyone had watched any of those things and said she is not extremely talented I would question their taste pretty damn hard. Like, what do you enjoy?

[@RictaScale.Official]

@@jeffgraham3201 I've watched season 1 of Fleabag and gave up on Season 2 after a few episodes. There was nothing that impressed me. Could you give specific examples of jokes or scenes in Fleabag that you think merits the description of her being a " Comedic genius" please. Her contribution to Solo: Star Wars was pretty poor. ( the droid character was embarrassing and the film was terrible, and a box office disaster) My favourite comedies include Flight of the Conchords, The It Crowd, Borat, Red Dwarf, Fawlty Towers. I'd go as far as to say that most TV and films today are terrible, and only function to promote an ideology, so don't think I'm singling out Pheobe. Also, I'm expecting the next 007 film to be a disaster. What are your predictions on that film?

[@markrobson5614]

Shit let her ruin the writing of James Bond feminist politics!

[@markrobson5614]

She couldn’t lay a glove on the brilliant Victoria wood! Gone to soon

[@user-pk8ze9ti1u]

I finished season 2 and realised it just now that we never knew her character’s name..

[@belensurri25]

x 2

[@Gabsagainstgod]

Just like we never learned Dad's name ...or the Godmother or the bus rodent or the Priest or the mysoginistic lawyer or the hot guy who used to have sex with her in s1 Literally the only main characters we ever learned the name of were Claire, Martin and Boo.

[@akanksha6631]

Her name was literally “Fleabag”

[@isisgarciap]

and Harry

[@roedoresdeoliveira]

@@Gabsagainstgod and Klare lol

[@wubranch1]

Love when she doesn’t cover up her birthmark.

[@Haribollll]

Trevor Rotan in season 1 she did

[@landonbecker1745]

The most quiet jimmy has ever been in an interview

[@da96103]

Fallon: Fake laughs. Godmother: Let's put your fake laugh... right... there.

[@leilakennedy7736]

da96103 best comment. Haha. God I love to hate Godmother.

[@leilakennedy7736]

Etta James yeah, she’s not in this clip but I was replying to da97103 godmother is so fun to hate!

[@jocelynf139]

She’s the stepmother, but was originally her godmother

[@CliveNDerek]

da96103 nails the Comments Section.

[@myran788]

Its not an easy job upstaging a season 2 from 1 when it comes to ANY show. Especially if the first season is a major success. But Fleabag, for me, is one of those shows that succeed with that.

[@TinaTr84]

Phoebe is fabulous. I admire her so much.

[@elvarieH]

Love, love, love her! She is so creative and has a magnificent sense of humour. She deserves all those awards! Fleabag and Killing Eve are my favourite shows.

[@priyankagujar7628]

Is killing eve too dark? I'm still contemplating watching it..

[@mwahhha226]

Priyanka Gujar it’s got some really gory stuff and it’s a bit dark but it’s also somewhat funny and the acting is absolutely amazing

[@elvarieH]

@@priyankagujar7628 There is blood and violence, but I won't describe it as dark. It's refreshing and weird and Jodie Comer who plays Villanelle is absolutely brilliant! The script is clever with hidden clues and references. Give it a go!

[@jamiepark888]

She’s just killing it! She is the IT actor/writer/producer right now. Can’t wait to see what else this brilliant lady will produce.

[@harryg2453]

This comment didn't age well

[@quietastronaut]

Damn you Phoebe for forcing me to watch a Jimmy Fallon interview 😔

[@SSM654]

quietastronaut lol. You don’t like him either?

[@quietastronaut]

Sabrina Mendez I physically can't stand him. he loves the sound of his own voice too much lol

[@Ad_Astra2023]

Phoebe is such a gifted writer that every piece she writes becomes magical.

[@brownkemosabe]

I SEE PWB, I SMASH THAT LIKE BUTTON. She's a genius. A bonafide genius. Every project she makes is gold.

[@markrobson5614]

As good as John Sullivan’s comedy writing I don’t think so!

[@BLTKellys]

She's not a genius. To be a genius you have to be able to do more than create narrative centered on yourself.

[@PriyaBenny-tu7rp]

@@BLTKellys have you seen killing Eve yet?

[@BLTKellys]

@@PriyaBenny-tu7rp That was based on somebody else's book. She didn't create it.

[@linafelina]

Pheobe is such an incredible woman and a great role model, witty and funny smart and charming

[@Nad93Ya]

I'm impressed. First time I see Fallon actually listening to one of his guest instead of laughing out of nowhere or talking over them. Phoebe you absolute queen.

[@Maga32b]

A friend of mine shared her Amazon account with me, and I had just seen a couple of episodes on cable, so, the first thing I thought was that I had to watch this show. I just loved it soooo much, it made me feel sad when it reached the end, it really did. I was hoping that there would be a 3rd season, so, I've been looking for info for the last 30 minutes till found this...Makes me more sad, but I totally understand why it wont happen. I also want to say that she took my breath away with her performance, all the cast did, but mostly was her. Gosh, the way the priest kissed her, so passionate, it made me feel chills, made me smile. I will watch it again , for sure. EVERYBODY MUST DO IT!!

[@ParadigmRabbit]

I almost didn’t watch fleabag because of the initial filthiness. Which turned out to be superficially filthy but subverting into beauty. By the end of season two I was bawling with sympathy and deep catharsis. I think it actually helped heal part of my trauma. And the writing is gorgeous. Checkov’s guns all fired. The connections and realizations they cause! The depth between the lines through time and what they imply. The cognitive effect was deeply beautiful. I hope there isn’t a season 3. Because the story is perfect.

[@nicii179]

season 2 of fleabag is my favourite season of any series i ever watched and it’s only 6 episodes. the priest and fleabag are so bittersweet and i am not lying when i say this universe consumed me and not a day goes by where i dont think about those two characters

[@alenkaarya]

Love her! Fleabag season 2 for me is perfection and I haven't been blown away by tv series like this for quite some time! Really happy for Emmy recognitions and wish her all the best in the future! And of course I will get the book! Oh, and seeing fox will never be the same again :)

[@anranliu6454]

Phoebe definitely is one of the greatest icons in 2019!!! Marvelous

[@ellenkhan1994]

Finally she’s getting the recognition she absolutely deserves! She’s an amazing writer and actor ❤️

[@tanupesoa]

_Drama school for foxes_ Phoebe Waller-Bridge, everybody👏

[@carolinaalves239]

Peppermint Cath it’s like the cafe for guinea pigs

[@SeamonkeyBeats]

Rural Drama school for foxes

[@evanfoster2110]

The Australian accent is actually pretty good.

[@emilyatkinson12]

Was it Australian or South African though? Haha the first part sounded South African but the second part sounded much more Aussie

[@evanfoster2110]

Emily Atkinson A bit of Kiwi mixed in too :)

[@Jambobist]

I think it's the law that all animal handlers need to be Australian.

[@emilyatkinson12]

@@Jambobist Haha if not, it certainly should be :P

[@mishana28]

you mean even though she's English? 🤔

[@everlasting7thheaven]

She is so charismatic and glorious with her fox story that Jimmy could just go home at this point...

[@sugarsu7717]

Phoebe is so good at telling stories in interesting ways，she deserves an Emmy！

[@lilyremi3]

love that the bloody handlers for the fox were aussies - rare time where someone has actually nailed our accent!

[@arunikapritimishra632]

This woman operates on whole another level. She is a genius hands down.

[@NE8675309]

You know, I made that same observation earlier today with my cousin. I haven't even watched the show yet, minus a couple of clips and fan vids; but I said the reason why it's so interesting is that you have this character break the fourth wall in a very specific way and then suddenly in season 2, a character comes round that you know is important by the fact that they can see through the b.s. and distance and can feel and glean those asides that the main character is indulging in. All of a sudden it affects the narrative in a huge way that is still so compelling. I need to binge already.

[@sanswift]

I've never seen jimmy so quiet

[@tonyjames5444]

Made a change to hear more from Phoebe than Jimmy during this interview:)

[@cynthiaselene1496]

Everyone always criticizes jimmy for laughing or whatever but honestly the poor man tries his best! Im happy when he’s able to do a good interview :)

[@JAnderson-xo4go]

I ADORE this lady! Brilliant in so many ways.

[@lourianelay2731]

What a perfect person, what a genius, what a beauty! 🙌

[@olivezhu6605]

Just love the way she tells a story.

[@charlesw8655]

First time I saw Jimmy not overlaughing the entire time.

[@rebeccaelliott9770]

Yasss Queen!! She’s a genius. She deserves all the accolades

[@Quinoahsarche]

Im waiting for her to look in the camera and give us some looks

[@anon4096]

you know phoebe is amazing because fallon actually lets her talk

[@Mariam-nv2tu]

Phoebe waller-bridge is a genius in my opinion! I can't wait to see what she is gonna do next

[@shreyasrays]

I honestly didn’t think she could top season 1 but of course that was BRILLIANT

[@nikkionyemma5990]

I just finished Fleabag. Masterpiece 👌

[@cu7695]

I liked second season more. It's much more grounded, real and romantic than first one. The season 2 end is a literary perfection

[@stephanies5281]

Such a refreshing, honest, & sometimes tragic female character 👌 thanks Phoebe! I really hope you guys can do more

[@rosiedignan93]

Season 2 of Fleabag is THE most beautiful crafted piece of tv or film I’ve ever seen, utter perfection

[@ruksarahmed1569]

Phoebe Waller-Bridge is a British genius. ❤️

[@BLTKellys]

Shakespeare was a genius. That word is so overused now, it's lost all meaning.

[@ruksarahmed1569]

BLTKellys That’s your opinion. Entertainment has changed, hence, the types of entertainment has also changed. I believe, and so does majority of the world that Phoebe Waller-Bridge is a genius, with the work that she has done on Killing Eve and Fleabag. A total of 21 Emmy nominations should do that for you.

[@ruksarahmed1569]

You can’t compare Shakespeare to Phoebe Waller-Bridge.

[@BLTKellys]

@@ruksarahmed1569 Still not convinced how she is a genius. A genius implies versatility. Fleabag is just a version of her own personality and Killing Eve is based on someone else's novels.

[@ruksarahmed1569]

BLTKellys Think what you want to think.

[@AlejandraStamato]

Omg she’s absolutely hilarious and amazing, i love her, she’s so engaging telling her story. I wanna hear her speak for hours

[@lubnamansour]

But we want a season 3 of Fleabag! God I wish she would do it..

[@KindCountsDeb3773]

I think she has PLENTY of plot for season 3. That f-up family is priceless ! Maybe she has ADD and has to keep moving, lol. Fleabag is SO good, we want those characters to go on. I want to know more. Same with KE, but it might be harder to sustain a killer relationship like that one.

[@thisthat0210]

Brilliant performance by all ...Such a beautiful series ♥️

[@wellthisisinteresting4912]

I loved this show so much I can't believe I was so late to watching it. Now I'm crying by myself lol

[@veem4088]

I watched Fleabag after watching all the spoilers on a KZbin compilations and it was still amazing

[@JessZiggy]

Yeah yeah season 3 Phoebe!!! I need more stories with the Priest 😈

[@moneyboikai4736]

Woah don't be so harsh

[@chels_bels]

We want another season of Fleabag pleeeeeeeease! It’s absolutely fantastic!

[@yagmurkaya8459]

I googled "Fleabag season 3" like 2 hours ago and I see this on my recommendations. I know they 'exchange' infos but,,,, it still hits you how quick and appearent they do

[@poppins7200]

Watching her talk is just a relief!

[@LibrePensadorNo1]

Really like this girl. She got IT.

[@Alex-jg2bc]

Im turn between wanting a season 3 and being heartbroken but happy at the heartfelt ending

[@fleurdelillie]

I’ve watched the 2nd season about 10 times already. It’s amazing

[@lovelyflower2762]

I love that show. I wish it came back on for more seasons.

[@allison205]

Thank god we got season 2...so goooood

[@moeskeetz5473]

I discovered Killing Eve and Fleabag last month and I binged watched both series. To say Phoebe is a talented writer would be the biggest understatement of the Century. She’s freaking brilliant

[@augusjosman]

Phoebe Waller - Bridge is just a Genius!!!... I love her in Fleabag, great show ever!!!!

[@NewMessage]

She's also the Millennium Falcon's nav computer. I wonder if she ever needs to use her phone's gps.

[@danbennettjr6370]

"Jar Jar is the worst character in Star Wars" Phoebe Waller-Bridge - "Hold my Iced, Half Caff, Ristretto, Venti, 4-Pump, Sugar Free, Cinnamon, Dolce Soy Skinny Latte"

[@jazzx251]

She was also the "woke" robot in "Solo"

[@anandiganguly3086]

This gives me hope for season 3.

[@bernadettejohnstone4529]

People STILL commenting on Fallon's "fake" laugh in 2019 He has laughed like that for SO long maybe y'all should just accept that is his real laugh (no matter HOW annoying you may find it lol)

[@janenricoprades4358]

I LOVE HOW PHOEBE TALKS AND TELLS HER STORIES. She literally paints a picture😭

[@charlie5115]

Loved and miss Fleabag so much😭 But wouldn’t want a third season, the show ended so perfectly. Excited to see what Phoebe did with the bond 25 script!

[@da96103]

James Bond: Hi Miss Moneypenny. I brought these flowers for the new bond girl. Miss Moneypenny: Are these freesias? Aren't they lovely? Let's put them ... right... there.

[@markrobson5614]

What fucking ruined the franchise! With politicking !

[@mom4958]

When i watched season 1 i thought it was great to leave it like that but now seeing how she managed to really step it up on season 2 I would be down for another season

[@scouser2010ify]

She’s one of the greatest writers she reminds me of a young Emma Thompson I see phoebe winning an Oscar for her writing one day just like Emma

[@shahbazanwar4763]

Fleabag is such a great show A CERTAIN MUST WATCH

[@carolinaalves239]

Okay, I freaking ADORE Fleabag and the ending was fantastic!!!!

[@elenagobbetti3932]

I see Phoebe Waller Bridge, I click. What a mind.

[@MrWizeazz]

Just finished the series and it was amazing. Loved killing eve too, just amazing writing all around. I have theory about why priest was able to see her fourth wall breaks during the second season, I think she was actually talking to god, but didn’t realize it. I know she’s an atheist and doesn’t believe in it, but I believe she needed to talk to someone about what had happened and how she was trying to move forward with her life after such a tragedy and this omnipresent aura was always close her listening to her. The priest being so close to god was able to see her doing it.

[@KindCountsDeb3773]

I fell for the show in the third episode, understanding the why's/who's/etc. To hear it might have ended first season is scary ! It 's far too good to stop, it has a LOT of possibilities. When you see how great season 2 is, you can see why this show has "legs' and could go on a while, and Not lose creativity or plot. Now, if season 1 stopped at a good finale, season 2 is needing more from what went on, and I hope it goes on to at least season 3. I know, I like favorite shows to come to a conclusive, satisfying end, but I love these characters so much , and would miss the writing, acting, production, directing, etc. so much. It's your call P W-B, but please, your audience definitely awaits you !! Thanks.

[@Bshaef]

Phoebe, you and the cussing priest should make a trip to Rome to visit the pope and make your case for priests being allowed to marry. Your second season was one of the best series ever. I rate it right up there with Seinfeld and Veep.. The cussing priest was an absolute stroke of genius. Sorry you're not coming back for more. Could you possibly do a spinoff starring the cussing priest and follow his religious duties as he counsels 30 something single ladies. That would be a grade A hit.

[@thebongfiction]

She is ❤️

[@jpe09]

Many hating Fleabag's Season 2,but I love it more that the first.

[@dashapavlukova1013]

Phoebe Waller-Bridge is AMAZING!!! Fleabag is such a masterpiece that I think nothing could top it for me

[@aimster2084]

I absolutely LOVE Fleabag! LOVE it!

[@Epicurean999]

She is certainly one of the very many few Intelligent woman in the Television industry of the entire world.😇🙏😇

[@Marqueenie]

Fleabag was AMAZING!! There is another show called This way up and I promise you you'll love it just as much!

[@yr5179]

Such a great story teller. The first time a guest is so good that Jimmy got no chance to interrupt.

[@markant9534]

She`s very posh, they are taught from young to speak that way, she went to an expensive secondary school.

[@adelaferreira4575]

Most talented writer,actress and musician of her generation !

[@tamarpelkinson3518]

That lady is so talented 😍

[@Rheinmeister09]

Love Fleabag - best show I’ve seen in forever

[@lunarikariko981]

Please season 3. I need a season 3!

[@JoannC830]

Luna RikaRiko I would love more seasons of fleabag but I think the story is over. I am happy Claire leaves her loser husband. Even though God mother is a bitch she did love their dad and I am Happy she got to experience love with the priest

[@khaleesisnow1683]

I just binged watched fleabag and omg its good

[@ask_abhishek_]

11 nominations 🤩

[@francescogiammaria6382]

Love you Phoebe!!!!!!!