7.6Summary
DIY SOS is a British DIY television series made for the BBC, presented by Nick Knowles. The first episode was broadcast on 7 October 1999 and the show is still airing today. As well as being a DIY programme it also features comic relief from the cast.
Good for
- Date night
- Family movie night
- Friends night
Skip it if
- You want dark or edgy material
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Not for scares, brutality or big ideas.
Cast
Crew
- Directors
- Colin May, Matthew Skilton
- Produced by
- Simon Knight, Hannah Corneck, Claire Edwards
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Facts
October 7, 1999 · October 20, 2026 · Still running
- First aired
- October 7, 1999
- Latest episode
- October 20, 2026
- Status
- Still running
- Length
- 35 seasons · 247 episodes
- Genres
- Documentary
- Original language
- English
- Made in
- United Kingdom
- Available in
- 4 countries
Q&A
6 questions, like "Where can I stream DIY SOS?"
Questions about DIY SOS
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is DIY SOS worth watching?
Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 88 (IMDb 7.6).
Is DIY SOS okay for kids?
Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.
How long does it take to watch DIY SOS?
124 h
About 124 hours: 247 episodes in 35 seasons of about 30 minutes each since 1999, and it's still in production.
Can I half-watch DIY SOS?
Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 3 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.
Will I feel good after watching DIY SOS?
Yes, it's an uplifting series: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for wholesome and 8 for hopefulness.