At the time the series was considered to be groundbreaking as it broke several conventions of traditional sitcoms.
Almost all of the action took place in the Royles’ living room, with the cast of Little, Ricky Tomlinson, Sue Johnston, Caroline Aherne and Craig Cash all slumped in front of the television.
It was filmed without an audience or laughter track, which added to the naturalism and intimacy of the setting.
After the show grew in popularity it transferred to BBC One, and went on to win numerous awards including several BAFTAs.
Little said: “I hope it’s not big-headed but I feel like I’m part of a piece of history, of cultural history.
“Sometimes people ask if I don’t want to talk about it but it’s a privilege to be able to talk about something I was a part of.”