Ep 5. Special: Merry Christmas

The Vicar of Dibley, a British sitcom, follows the life of the female vicar, Geraldine Granger, in the fictional village of Dibley. In season 3, episode 5, titled "Special: Merry Christmas", the town of Dibley prepares for the festive season with a hilarious twist.

As Christmas approaches, Geraldine plans to host the annual Christmas concert in the church. She enlists the help of the townsfolk to make the concert a success. The mayor, David Horton, offers to take on the role of Ebenezer Scrooge in a Christmas play, but his performance is far from impressive. He is quickly coached by Alice Tinker, the vicar's dim-witted assistant, who takes on the role of the Ghost of Christmas Past.

Meanwhile, various members of the community are getting into the Christmas spirit in their own unique ways. Owen is organizing a Nativity scene with real animals, including a rather grumpy camel. Jim, the church verger, is getting into the festive mood by dressing up as a Christmas tree.

As the concert approaches, Geraldine becomes increasingly worried about the success of the event. She also begins to feel the pressure of her position as vicar and worries about the message she will convey to her parishioners in her Christmas sermon.

Despite these concerns, the concert is a resounding success, thanks to the efforts of the entire community. The highlight of the evening is David's unexpected performance in the Christmas play, which brings laughter and joy to everyone in attendance.

As the night draws to a close, the town gathers around the Nativity scene to sing carols and celebrate the true meaning of Christmas. Geraldine delivers a heartfelt message of peace, love, and goodwill, reminding the audience of the importance of coming together as a community during this special time of year.

"Special: Merry Christmas" is a heartwarming and hilarious episode that perfectly captures the spirit of the holiday season. It emphasizes the importance of community, love, and kindness during this time of year, as well as the joy that comes from coming together to celebrate the birth of Christ. Fans of The Vicar of Dibley will love this festive special and all the lovable characters that make the show so unforgettable.