The Delivery Man

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  • TV-14
  • 2015
  • 1 Season
  • 7.0  (804)

The Delivery Man is a British television series that premiered on Acorn TV in 2015. This heartwarming comedy-drama focuses on the story of a delivery man named Matthew Bunting, played by the talented Darren Boyd. Matthew works for a local courier company called Red Arrow, where he delivers everything from parcels to sensitive documents.

Matthew is a man with a big heart, a kind soul, and a history of failed relationships. Like most delivery drivers, he's always on the move, meeting new people and discovering the stories behind the items he delivers. However, his life takes an unexpected turn when he discovers that he's fathered over 150 children through sperm donation.

The show follows Matthew as he tries to navigate through his newfound phenomenon, in which his children want to connect and build relationships with him. While at first, he is hesitant to establish these connections, he eventually opens up himself to the new reality, and his fathering approach begins to change.

The Delivery Man is a heartwarming, comedic, and heart-wrenching exploration of what it means to be a father, and what it takes to build a family, both biologically and emotionally. Throughout the series, we see Matthew's journey as he attempts to come to terms with his newfound fatherhood and build connections with his children.

Along the way, he enlists the help of his best friends, former flames, and even his boss at the courier company, played by the talented Paddy McGuinness, who offers up some comedic relief. Matthew's relationships with his co-workers and friends are an integral part of the show, and the dynamic between the characters adds to the overall depth and complexity of the series.

The Delivery Man offers a unique perspective on a modern-day issue that is often swept under the rug or ignored. The show delicately handles the sensitive topics of fertilities, sperm donation, and the implications that come with these procedures.

The performances by the cast are exceptional, with Darren Boyd's portrayal of Matthew being particularly noteworthy. The emotional range covered in the show does not go unnoticed, and the writers and actors portray these delicate circumstances grippingly.

The location of the show also plays a significant role in its overall aesthetic, as it is set against the backdrop of the north of England, with the cities of Manchester and Leeds featuring heavily. The show's location gives it an authentic northern feel, which through the script and other aspects of the show, is given extra space.

Ultimately, The Delivery Man is a touching, yet grounded show that tackles serious issues with humor, heart, and humility. It expertly combines humor and emotion, offering a well-rounded appeal that is sure to draw in viewers from all walks of life.

Overall, The Delivery Man is an engaging, well-executed, and thoroughly enjoyable series that makes you feel both compassion and laughter. With its unique and heartfelt storyline, the show will ignite your interest and tug at your heartstrings too. It is undoubtedly a show worth watching for anyone who wants to explore the depths of human connections with the right balance of fun and emotional sentimentality.

The Delivery Man is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (6 episodes). The series first aired on April 15, 2015.

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Theft
6. Theft
May 20, 2015
After some drugs are stolen, the police are called and one of the officers turns out to be Jess, Matthew's former girlfriend. The thief is exposed as an unwitting dupe whilst Caitlin's date with Luke Edward does not go smoothly.
Foundling
5. Foundling
May 13, 2015
Matthew finds an abandoned baby but is anxious not to tell the authorities and tasks the other midwives to help keep it secret until Ian locates the mother. Meanwhile Lisa is pestered by an inquisitive schoolgirl and Matthew meets a mother who is prone to sleep-walking.
Celebrity
4. Celebrity
May 6, 2015
Reality TV personality Comfort Evans comes to the ward, requesting anonymity, but Tash leaks her presence online and paparazzi besiege the hospital. Comfort's husband, footballer Jamie Gordon, arrives to see her, turning female heads.
Prisoner
3. Prisoner
April 29, 2015
Matthew is not happy that the inept Ian is now a hospital security guard and things get worse when a pregnant prisoner is admitted. Then, a police inspector wants Matthew to obtain important information from her.
Truth
2. Truth
April 22, 2015
Matthew gets caught up in a disagreement between expectant father Richard and his wife Melanie and then discovers that Richard is also visiting his pregnant bit on the side. Matthew's attempts to explain matters to the other midwives cause confusion.
Youth
1. Youth
April 15, 2015
Former policeman Matthew Bunting starts work as the only male midwife at Easthill Park hospital's maternity unit. He is cheery but inept, antagonizing consultant obstetrician Luke Edward and bewildering colleagues Pat, Tash and Linda, though desperate Caitlin takes a shine to him.
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Where to Watch The Delivery Man
The Delivery Man is available for streaming on the Acorn TV website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch The Delivery Man on demand at Amazon Prime, Amazon, Tubi TV and Pluto TV.
  • Premiere Date
    April 15, 2015
  • IMDB Rating
    7.0  (804)