Ashley Storrie Returns to Screens in Dinosaur Series Two

Award-Winning Comedian Takes Centre Stage Again

Ashley Storrie is a Scottish stand-up comedian, presenter on radio and television, actress, and writer who has captured hearts across the UK with her authentic performances and creative storytelling. The Glasgow-born entertainer is now making headlines as the new series of her award-winning BBC comedy is expected to air soon on BBC Scotland and BBC Three.

Dinosaur Series Two: Nina’s Journey Continues

Dinosaur was co-created by Matilda Curtis and Ashley Storrie, and the show has garnered critical acclaim for its heartfelt portrayal of neurodiversity. The show follows the life of Nina, an autistic woman in her 30s, with Storrie brilliantly embodying the character’s struggles and triumphs.

The series picks up eight months after the events of series one, with Nina working on a palaeontology dig site on the Isle of Wight. However, Nina is in fact exhausted and missing Glasgow, her family and the small comforts of home. When she finally returns to Scotland, she finds everything has changed – her workplace has relocated, her family has big news to share and she finds herself caught in a complicated romantic triangle.

Recognition and Recent Achievements

Storrie’s talent has not gone unnoticed. At the 2024 BAFTA Scotland Awards, Storrie was nominated for Best Actress – Television as Nina in Dinosaur. Beyond her acting work, Storrie has presented a late night music and chat show on BBC Radio Scotland on Fridays, between 10pm and 1am since 2018.

Recently, on January 16, 2026, Ashley posted an image from 2016 featuring her late mother Janey at Donald Trump’s Turnberry golf course in Scotland, with the photo capturing Janey holding a sign in a poignant tribute that resonated with supporters of her mother’s fearless activism.

Why This Matters for Audiences

Ashley Storrie’s work represents an important shift in British television towards authentic representation of neurodivergent experiences. Storrie is autistic, but was not diagnosed until later in life, bringing genuine lived experience to her portrayal of Nina. The series offers viewers not just entertainment, but meaningful insight into the challenges and joys of navigating life as an autistic adult, making it essential viewing for those seeking more diverse and honest storytelling on screen.