For the first seven series, this was a very funny sitcom about a landlady and her lodger - as well as several other characters. These strong characters and their interactions brought a lot of laughs.For the most recent series, the makers inexplicably moved the characters several years on and have changed the theme of the show to being yet another lame sitcom about a dysfunctional family. They've given the two main characters three very annoying children. The show is also made worse by no longer including Tim and Daisy.I'm giving this 8 out of 10 for s1-7 and 1 out of 10 for s8.

Not Going Out is perhaps my favorite TV Series of all time. It took just 4 episodes to get me hooked before i went out and bought all 5 series on DVD. Full of brilliantly delivered gags, Not Going Out is fast paced and wonderfully funny. It may be Lee Mack's show, but I feel the best character in Not Going Out is easily Tim. I was shocked and outraged when a friend told me that Tim Vine was leaving the show, and I feel that he will be sorely missed. However, I'm sure that somebody just as capable will fill the hole left behind by Tim's departure, and one can only hope that Daisy will remain regardless of her boyfriend's absence. Roll on Series 6!

I have to agree profusely with some comments that have been made on this title. Watching the two series I have been compelled by the nature of the comedy-which I have accertained as a compromise between stand-up comedy and a sitcom. Rather than to shroud the characters true feelings, as has been done before, all characters speak their mind. This brings the result of a comedic 'battle' between them in which their unresolved disputes and generic arguments are turned to light-hearted funny quirks in the viewers perspective, as the drama unfolds for all those involved-namely for the unfortunate Lee, who seems to be at the tail-end of most decisions and seems to have most bad-luck. Conclusively, I believe that the more unnatural stance on this genre is very effective for a wide audience, and makes a welcome change from your standard sitcom. Moreover, I believe that an entertaining show such as this does not need to develop further. As has happened in many American comedy shows, characters and plots have been killed off by over-running; but a good show should end whilst it is still laughed at and enjoyed by its viewers, as to bring it into a reputable class of British comedy.

A refreshing comedy full of wit and one liners that could only be delivered by Lee Mack and Tim Vine (both ex-the sketch show).A Californian (Kate) - landlady to Lee and ex-girlfriend of Tim who makes veggie food nobody likes, a Northerner (Lee) - part-time, odd jobbing, always joking, non rent paying lodger, and a Southerner (Tim)- good job, Kates ex-boyfriend, mate of Lee, combine their talents to make an excellent comedy with loads of potential.3 episodes so far and it just keeps getting funnier, although there appears to be a love interest developing between Kate and Lee it can only add to the laughter (provided it remains unrequited).Friday nights will not be the same without it.An absolute gem amongst todays mediocre Sit-Com's.Hope there will be more than 1 series (only 6 episodes! What a crime).