Colin's Sandwich
Series Overview
Colin's Sandwich is a British sitcom broadcast on BBC2 in 1988 and 1990 which stars Mel Smith as Colin Watkins, a British Rail clerk who aspired to be a horror writer. The show was written by Paul Smith and Terry Kyan and ran for two series of six episodes. In the second series, Colin manages to achieve some small successes as a writer.
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2 Seasons • 12 Episodes
30 min per episode
1988 – 1990
Premiered: Tue, Oct 18, 1988
Latest Aired Episode
Season 2, Episode 6: “Out to Lunch”
After Colin's dad's funeral Jen persuades him to take some time out. They venture to France for a short break and plan a lunch in one of the best restaurants in the country. Colin manages to mess up the lunch but it makes him realise that he can't continue with the writing and the day job. The film of his screenplay is set to be broadcast on Channel 4. Before he leaves British Rail he gets to realise a long held ambition...
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Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Kilby
Paul Smith, Terry Kyan
Jamie Rix
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Paul Smith
Writer
Jamie Rix
Producer
John Kilby
Director
Terry Kyan
Writer
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What is Colin's Sandwich about?
Colin's Sandwich is a British sitcom broadcast on BBC2 in 1988 and 1990 which stars Mel Smith as Colin Watkins, a British Rail clerk who aspired to be a horror writer. The show was written by Paul Smith and Terry Kyan and ran for two series of six episodes. In the second series, Colin manages to achieve some small successes as a writer.
How many seasons does Colin's Sandwich have?
Colin's Sandwich comprises 2 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Colin's Sandwich?
Key cast members in Colin's Sandwich include Mel Smith, Louisa Rix, Mike Grady, Annette Crosbie, Nicholas Ball.
Who created or directed Colin's Sandwich?
Colin's Sandwich was developed and directed by John Kilby.