When Diane Morgan’s latest comedy arrived on the BBC, many viewers were unsure what to expect.

But after watching the full series, audiences have been left with the same reaction — they never expected the show to become such an emotional and addictive watch.

The six-part comedy stars the Cunk on Earth actress as Linda, a social humanoid robot designed to help elderly people by keeping them company and monitoring their health. However, what begins as a simple care solution quickly turns into something far more complicated.

The series follows Linda as she is introduced to Sue, played by acclaimed actress Sue Johnston, after Sue’s son Michael brings the robot into her life following the death of her husband David. Hoping Linda will help his mother live independently, Michael soon discovers that the overly attentive robot may not be the easy solution he imagined.

Created to provide companionship, Linda’s awkward personality and constant presence initially make her a nightmare for Sue. But as their unusual relationship develops, the pair begin to form an unexpected bond.

Beyond its comedy, Ann Droid explores deeper questions about modern life, including loneliness, ageing, grief, and the growing role of artificial intelligence in society.

The BBC describes Linda as an “overly attentive, socially inept pain in the a***” who eventually learns how she can use the robot to her advantage, leading to a unique buddy comedy between a woman and a machine that is technically advanced but socially clueless.

Although the series received mixed reactions when it first premiered, many viewers have changed their minds after binge-watching all six episodes.

Fans have taken to social media to praise the show and call for another season, with many highlighting the emotional impact hidden beneath its unusual premise.

One viewer wrote that the series beautifully handles “the effects of loneliness and old age” while still delivering plenty of humour, comparing its warmth to classic sitcoms.

Another admitted it took time to appreciate the show but said the final episode was “heartbreaking” and left them hoping for a second series.

Others praised the chemistry between Diane Morgan and Sue Johnston, describing the performances as the reason the comedy becomes more powerful with each episode.

Ahead of the show’s release, Diane Morgan explained that the emotional side of the series developed naturally during production.

She revealed that as the story evolved, the writers realised it was not just about a “slightly rubbish robot,” but also about grief, family relationships, and caring for elderly loved ones.

With viewers now calling for more episodes, Ann Droid has transformed from an overlooked comedy into one of the BBC’s most unexpected discoveries.