HIT comedy Still Game has made a triumphant return to Scottish TV after almost a decade off the airwaves.
The BBC One sitcom attracted viewing figures equal to more than half of the total TV audience in Scotland when the first new episode was broadcast on Friday night.
Figures released by the BBC showed that 1.3 million viewers tuned in, beating its previous record of 1.2 million.
Airing for the first time on BBC One throughout the UK, it drew a total of audience of 3.2 million.
Still Game follows the antics of pensioners Jack Jarvis and Victor McDade and ran for six series between 2002 and 2007.
The new six-part series was commissioned after the show's writers and stars, Greg Hemphill and Ford Kiernan, rekindled their partnership for a Still Game live show at The Hydro in Glasgow.
The comedy had a 21-night sold-out run 18 months ago.
Ewan Angus, commissioning editor for BBC Scotland and executive producer of Still Game, said: "The return of Still Game has been hugely anticipated since it was announced earlier this year.
"It's without doubt a jewel in BBC Scotland's crown and we are delighted that it continues to sparkle for audiences."
Ford Kiernan added: "It felt like the 'bells' last night. There was no traffic outside, the pubs were quiet, it was odd but a comforting odd.
"The feedback from the audience has been immense, thanks so much."
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