My Left Nut

For the the first 15 minutes of episode 1, I thought it was going to be like an Irish version of The Inbetweeners. How wrong could I be! Well done to the BBC in covering a sensitive topic. Not just the possibility of teenage testicular cancer but the importance of telling friends and family. The acting is excellent, in particular Sinead Keenan who plays the mother. This deserves to be shown on either BBC 1 or 2.

A truly touching and funny comedy/drama, that was beautifully presented with superb actors delivering excellent performances. I laughed and cried in equal measure. It highlights the difficulties of being a teenager dealing with puberty, and that horrible transition from easy, carefree childhood to adulthood. Only in this case there's the added 'bonus' of facing a potentially life threatening illness, together with grieving the loss of a parent. On the surface, that may make it sound drab and depressing, however, it's anything but! It's a tale of love, family, friendship and a good deal of humour in the face of adversity. An overall well crafted mini series that should not be missed!

Saw an interview with Michael Patrick on Russel Howard's show about his experience and this show so decided to give it a go. Funny and heartfelt this deals with the subject many male teens and men will have encountered in their lifetime and that it putting off going to the doctor when you have an ailment and the importance not to. In this 3 episode comedy drama the much lengthier story of how Michael put off having a swollen testical looked at when he was a teen is dramatised with comedy and the impact that situation had on his life

Highly recommend this and is essential viewing for teenagers in my opinion

Certainly something I was not expecting to binge watch. Thoroughly impressed by this show, particularly the acting which was so well done by the whole cast- it had me fully engaged in their world within minutes of the first episode. Different to many coming of age dramas, this show portrays issues that are so rarely touched on. Scenes between the Mother and Son were so exquisite. And I found the genuine relationships between the boys and also with the girlfriend very touching. Thoroughly recommend- although beware. This may leave you craving more episodes.

As a 58-year-old American male, I'm not exactly the target market for this show. But I absolutely loved it. The right combination of comedy, drama, and pathos, plus some top-notch acting. I really hope there'll be a second series. The whole cast is great, but it's always a treat to see Jay Duffy. Being a fan of his dad, and watching him throughout the years, it's nice to be able to follow a young actor to maturity. Well done all around!