The sweet, ditzy girl and the boisterous "party animal" of the group. Kester Gill Rae's unconventional therapist who pushes her to be honest. Ian Hart Linda Earl
The protagonist; music-mad and struggling with mental health. Chloe Gemell
Holds a high approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes (92% for Season 1) and won several BAFTA awards for Sharon Rooney's performance.
My Mad Fat Diary Season 1 is a critically acclaimed British comedy-drama set in 1996. Based on the real-life diaries of , it follows 16-year-old Rae as she is discharged from a psychiatric hospital after four months and attempts to reintegrate into teenage life in Stamford, Lincolnshire. 📺 Season 1 Episode Guide
– Rae is torn between her feelings for Archie and the growing, complicated chemistry she has with Finn .
– After arguing with her mother and therapist, Rae stops taking her medication, leading to significant mental health consequences.