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The Inbetweeners 2: What you need to know as the boys hit the big screen again

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The much anticipated Inbetweeners 2 is out at cinemas tonight for the second time, to the relief of its loyal fans.

The second film sees Will, Simon, Jay and Neil head to Australia, "the sex capital of the world", for a gap year adventure down under.

The sequel, starring ex-King Edward Grammar School pupil Joe Thomas, along Simon Bird, James Buckley and Blake Harrison, and based on the popular E4 series, will hit the cinemas on August 6.

But how familiar are you with the series? Get clued up with our very important facts below.

1. Greg Davies, who plays headmaster Mr Gilbert, was an actual teacher for 13 years. A career which he gave up to become a stand-up comedian. 

2. The first film of The Inbetweeners featured fans of the programme, who were invited an event at Faces nightclub in Gants Hill, The Inbetweeners devotees were sought after in order to film club scenes. 

3. Joe Thomas, who plays Simon Cooper, took numerous diving lessons in preparation for the first Inbetweeners film. 

4. 'The Inbetweeners Movie' holds the record for the largest opening weekend for a comedy in the UK, eclipsing previous titleholder 'Bridget Jones' Diary: The Voice of Reason.' 

5. Since its creation the programme has earned, among others, two British Comedy Awards and two BAFTAs nominations. 

6. Former Writtle resident Joe Thomas was born in Chelmsford and attended King Edward VI Grammar School (KEGS). He went on to study at the Pembroke College at Cambridge University, where he subsequently met fellow Inbetweener Simon Bird at the theatrical comedy club, Footlights. 

7. Moreover, Blake Harrison who plays Neil Sutherland completed a BA in Acting from The University of Essex, at their acting school East 15. 

8. Simon's famous yellow Fiat Cinquecento that is used throughout the programme was recently sold on eBay for £21,100, with the proceeds going towards Comic Relief. 

9. Former Manchester Utd midfielder Eric Djemba-Djemba, now without a club, will have a cameo role in the forthcoming Inbetweeners 2 film. 

10. The upcoming Inbetweeners 2 will be set in Australia, and may be the last time the boys are assembled together...or will it?

The Inbetweeners 2: What you need to know as the boys hit the big screen again


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