Set against the backdrop of the Troubles, this sitcom from writer Lisa McGee is based on her own experiences growing up in Northern Ireland – and it returned even stronger for its second run. Erin Quinn, her cousin Orla and friends Clare, Michelle and 'the wee English fella' James, are figuring out their teens in 1990s Derry – a time of boy bands and bomb scares – but how will the girls face the challenge of a cross-community adventure holiday? With enthusiasm as it turns out, as the band of 'eejits' get to abseil with the boys from a Protestant school. In an ice-breaking session, though, the group become stumped when asked to name similarities between Catholics and Protestants, but excel in naming differences, with gems like “Protestants keep toasters in cupboards” and “Catholics love bingo.” There’s a universal appeal to its coming-of-age comedy, but there’s also joy to be had in the specificity of its Northern Irish slang and in-jokes; indeed, the now-famous mural of the Derry Girls that has sprung up in their home city is testament to the impact the show has had on local people. Available now on All4 and Netflix. (Credit: Channel 4) EM