---
title: "Sick of It"
year: 2018
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/sick-of-it-2018"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 82338
imdb_id: "tt7604446"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 2
episodes_count: 12
runtime_minutes: 25
community_rating: 6.7
vote_count: 37
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Sick of It (2018) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/sick-of-it-2018

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Sick of It is a British comedy-drama television series that premiered on Sky One on 27 September 2018. The series was created and written by Karl Pilkington and Richard Yee, with Richard Yee also directing the series.

The show follows Karl, a middle-aged man recently ditched by his long-term girlfriend who lives with his elderly Auntie. His closest companion is his doppelgänger alter ego, with Karl Pilkington starring as both lead characters playing his namesake Karl and the voice inside his head.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A recently dumped middle-aged man navigates life with his elderly aunt and his doppelgänger alter ego."

### Why Watch
- Created and written by Karl Pilkington, who also stars as both lead characters.
- Features a unique dynamic between the protagonist Karl and his doppelgänger alter ego.
- Combines both comedy and drama elements across its television run.

### Caveats & Content Note
- Specific streaming availability, episode counts, and binge durations are not provided in the sources.
- Tone & Suitability: The series is a British comedy-drama created and written by Karl Pilkington and Richard Yee, featuring Karl living with his elderly Auntie.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #british-comedy, #comedy-drama, #doppelganger, #middle-aged-protagonist, #alter-ego

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Amazon MX Player | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Sky Go | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | None | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Series 1 (6 Episodes)
### Series 2 (6 Episodes)
## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 12
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 6 (50%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 6 (50%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Creative Credits

- **Created by**: Karl Pilkington, Richard Yee
- **Networks / Studios**: Sky One

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Karl Pilkington** as *Karl*
- **Sondra James** as *Norma*
- **Marama Corlett** as *Ruby*
- **Edward MacLiam** as *Adam*
- **Nathan Amzi** as *Taxi Controller*
- **Bekka Bowling** as *Lesley*
- **Aki Omoshaybi** as *Malcolm*
- **Cokey Falkow** as *Zack*
- **Lasco Atkins** as *Mechanic*
- **Celeste Dodwell** as *Sales Person*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream Sick of It?
Streaming availability is not specified in the provided sources beyond references to its original network, Sky One.

### Q: Is Sickof It worth watching?
The series is a British comedy-drama created and written by Karl Pilkington and Richard Yee, featuring Pilkington in dual lead roles as Karl and his doppelgänger alter ego.

### Q: What is the binge duration for Sick of It?
The exact runtime and episode counts are not detailed in the provided source material.

### Q: What are the essential episodes of Sick of It?
Specific episode breakdowns and essential viewing guides are not mentioned in the provided text.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Sick of It — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/82338)
- [Sick of It (TV Series 2018–2020) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7604446/fullcredits/)
- [Sick of It (TV series) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sick_of_It_(TV_series))
- [Sick of It (TV Series 2018-2020) - Cast & Crew — The Movie ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/82338-sick-of-it/cast)
- [Sick of It (2018-2020) - Full Cast and Crew - Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/tv-shows/sick-of-it/NsojzC8vLhO53XhtXiXDc6/credits/)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*