Netflix have delayed the release date of Derry Girls season one in Ireland

Noooooo.

Netflix have confirmed the release of Derry Girls season one has been delayed in Ireland and the UK. The series was initially meant to be landing on the streaming service on May 8, however a spokesperson has told Her that the release date is now "later in the summer." So, not too far away. But still not ideal. Last month, it was announced that Derry Girls had been renewed for a season 3. In case you're unfamiliar with the show, Derry Girls is the creation of acclaimed writer Lisa McGee who has mined her own experiences to create a candid, one-of-a-kind, family-centred comedy. While series one saw the gang navigating their teens in 1990’s Derry against a backdrop of The Troubles, series two saw them navigating their parents, parties, love interests and school against the backdrop of a precarious peace process. Following the news of Derry Girls' renewal, Lisa McGee said:

“I love writing this show and I'm so thrilled to be able to continue the Derry Girls story, thank you Channel 4, Erin and the eejits live to fight another day!"

Derry Girls series two launched with a consolidated audience of 3.2m viewers for episode one, which makes it Channel 4’s biggest UK comedy launch episode for 15 years. In Northern Ireland, the series two launch has been the most watched programme across all channels since series one. Looking for more information about what's going to be coming to Netflix in the next few weeks? You can check out the full (and updated) list of what's going to be coming to Netflix this May here. Netflix have shared the first look at their unsettling new film, The Perfection, and their Lord of the Flies-esque series, The Society.  But if you're looking for something a bit lighter, The Last Summer - the streaming service's latest romantic comedy - will also be out in May..