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Citizen Khan

  • TV Series
  • 2012–2016
  • 30m
IMDb RATING
6.3/10
3.5K
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Citizen Khan (2012)
Quirky ComedySitcomComedy

Comedy series set in Birmingham following the trials and tribulations of (self appointed) community leader Mr Khan and his family.Comedy series set in Birmingham following the trials and tribulations of (self appointed) community leader Mr Khan and his family.Comedy series set in Birmingham following the trials and tribulations of (self appointed) community leader Mr Khan and his family.

  • Creators
    • Adil Ray
    • Richard Pinto
    • Anil Gupta
  • Stars
    • Adil Ray
    • Bhavna Limbachia
    • Abdullah Afzal
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  • IMDb RATING
    6.3/10
    3.5K
    YOUR RATING
    • Creators
      • Adil Ray
      • Richard Pinto
      • Anil Gupta
    • Stars
      • Adil Ray
      • Bhavna Limbachia
      • Abdullah Afzal
    • 45User reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Adil Ray
    Adil Ray
    • Mr. Khan
    • 2012–2016
    Bhavna Limbachia
    Bhavna Limbachia
    • Alia Khan
    • 2012–2016
    Abdullah Afzal
    • Amjad Malik
    • 2012–2016
    Shobu Kapoor
    Shobu Kapoor
    • Mrs. Khan
    • 2012–2016
    Nish Nathwani
    • Riaz
    • 2012–2016
    Maya Sondhi
    Maya Sondhi
    • Shazia Khan…
    • 2012–2014
    Adlyn Ross
    Adlyn Ross
    • Naani
    • 2012–2016
    Matthew Cottle
    Matthew Cottle
    • Dave
    • 2013–2016
    Harvey Virdi
    Harvey Virdi
    • Mrs. Malik
    • 2012–2016
    Krupa Pattani
    • Shazia Khan
    • 2015–2016
    Felix Dexter
    • Omar
    • 2012–2013
    Phil Nice
    • Keith
    • 2012–2016
    Hussain Akhtar
    • Baby Mohammad…
    • 2015–2016
    Kris Marshall
    Kris Marshall
    • Dave
    • 2012
    Zainab Akhtar
    • Baby Nadiya
    • 2016
    Laura Aikman
    Laura Aikman
    • Debbie
    • 2013–2016
    Rani Moorthy
    • Mrs. Bilal
    • 2012–2013
    Anil Goutam
    Anil Goutam
    • Mr. Malik
    • 2014–2016
    • Creators
      • Adil Ray
      • Richard Pinto
      • Anil Gupta
    • All cast & crew
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    Montana5

    such a feel good show!

    I know a lot of people hate this show, but I absolutely loved it. I came across it about 2 months ago and was hooked. It was so funny, like an Asian version of Frank Spencer. And Adil Ray, although hes funny looking in this, in real life he is a hottie! I watched it all the way through the series and hope there's another! Although its a bit silly at times, its also really feel good, just something about it. The daughters fiancé is a bit annoying, he does a bad accent. But the two daughters are cool. Its so funny the way khan is totally ignorant to his rebellious daughters antics. Khan doesn't seem to get along with lots if people and his arrogance is hilarious. Sorry if I'm rambling, but stupid IMDb makes me write a ten line minimum and I run out of things to say.
    7arif-j-rahman

    Oh come on, it's kinda funny...

    It's just a comedy! Don't take it so seriously! Chillax!

    Have really enjoyed watching all 5 episodes till now. It's not perfect and yes, it's very stereotypical, aged, and poorly acted. Yes, the Somalian guy's accent is travelling from West Africa eastwards in each episode. Yes the canned laughter is OTT.

    But it's a comedy nevertheless and one of very few south Asian comedies to be broadcast. I don't think its depiction of the religion is that bad and actually quite inclusive. The jokes shouldn't be taken personally - I certainly don't feel humiliated or offended because it's just a comedy... and it's so true... :)

    For those who find it 'unfunny' or 'didn't laugh' well, go watch something else. Sheesh!
    10aa_thebest

    offensive to those looking to be offended

    The type of comedy we have been missing in the last couple of years. Very fun silly and a good piece of Monday night comedy. It's not everyone's cup of tea but me and my family love it. The latest thing i heard was that all the actors are Hindus and that the show was made by Zionists, brilliant, if you don't like it don't watch it! stop making silly stories up. Pathetic. 10/10 i look forward to the show every week. I have spoken to several Muslims who have been slating the show on facebook, it was then that i realised that they hadn't even watched the show but was told how offensive it was. People are being sheep. Because of this reaction it is unlikely that we see any sort of Muslim show for a long time. Congrats
    5beresfordjd

    Adil can save it.

    I think Adil Ray has something - you have to like him. Whether this is the vehicle for his talents is another question. It has an incredibly dated feel and seems like a leftover from the 1970's. Chris Marshall is very out of place in this, mind you he was in the dreadful My Family so even this must be a step up for him. How anyone can get themselves in a lather about a poorly conceived sitcom as many Muslims have is beyond me. It really is not worth it. Maybe the whole thing is going to get better when it has settled in but I doubt it. There are several things it has going for it - Adil Ray for one and the premise is good even if the execution needs work. Watch this space.
    7Angus-lawson

    better than some of the reviews say

    i liked citizen khan and i think the first 2 episodes have been quite promising.

    Adil Ray is brilliant as Mr Khan and made me laugh with his one liners and the way he parks his car on the drive and the way he thinks he is more important than he actually is.

    Episode 1 was good as it introduced you to the Khan's.

    Episode 2 was even better when Mr Khan's mother in law went to the house.

    Citizen Khan is certainly not as bad as some of the reviews say and i think the series will get better and will make me laugh even more

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    • Trivia
      The show is set in Sparkhill, Birmingham, but since the closure of BBC Pebble Mill in 2004 there are no longer any suitable TV studios in Birmingham, so the show is recorded at the BBC's new Media City studios in Salford, Greater Manchester. However, creator and star Adil Ray insists that some location filming is done in Birmingham for each series.
    • Quotes

      Alia Khan: Brilliant!

    • Connections
      Featured in The Wright Stuff: Episode #17.165 (2012)

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    • Release date
      • August 27, 2012 (United Kingdom)
    • Country of origin
      • United Kingdom
    • Official sites
      • BBC
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    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Номер один господин Кхан
    • Filming locations
      • Sparkhill, Birmingham, West Midlands, England, UK
    • Production company
      • British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)
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    • Runtime
      • 30m
    • Color
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