About 'I Don't Like Driving'

'I Don't Like Driving' is a lighthearted, comedy-drama series released in 2023 that centers around the life of the protagonist, Tom Driver, who ironically yearns for a life away from his family's taxi business. Each episode provides a glimpse of Tom's struggles in maneuvering through the chaotic city streets and dealing with a variety of eccentric passengers while trying to balance his personal life.

Making / Production

The TV series is produced by Dessert Studios and filmed in the bustling city of New York, offering a sense of realism to the iconic taxi landscapes. Acclaimed director, Peter Hans, brilliantly combines humor and drama, giving the series its unique charm and relatability.

Actors

• George Henderson (Tom Driver): Expertly brings the character's anxieties and hopes to life, making audiences connect instantly with Tom.
• Claire Madison (Sara, Tom's Sister): Provides humorous relief in the series with her quirky demeanor and love for driving.
• Robert Vickers (Old Man Jake, the regular customer): Brilliantly plays a supporting role that adds depth and peculiarity to the storyline.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• George Henderson, who plays Tom, has a fear of driving in real life, mirroring his on-screen character.
• The taxi used in the series is a vintage 1986 Checker Cab LLC, which was imported specially for the show.
• Many scenes were filmed in actual moving traffic, adding to the realism of the series.

Awards

'I Don't Like Driving' has won the Golden Globe for the Best Television Series - Comedy or Musical in 2023, and George Henderson earned the Best Actor award for his outstanding performance in the series.

Quotes

• "Resilience is not about how you drive; it's about how you park." - Tom Driver
• "The road to my heart is paved with brake lines." - Sara
• "You can't understand a city until you've driven its cabs." - Old Man Jake

Music, Soundtrack

• 'Busy Streets, Busy Lives' - The opening theme that wonderfully captures the hustle and bustle of city life.
• 'Drive My Way' - A solemn tune that plays during Tom's introspective moments.
• 'Cab Conversations' - A jazzy number that sets the mood for the humorous interactions in the cab.