Little Britain invades US
HBO orders six-part remake
Matt Lucas and David Walliams have landed a US version of Little Britain.Upmarket cable channel HBO has signed up the duo for a six-part series, which will feature a mix of new and existing characters.
Shooting starts this autumn, and the series will air next year
Walliams said: ‘We're very keen to take Little Britain to as wide an audience as possible.
‘We are taking some existing characters and writing new material for them, as well as introducing new characters and ideas.'
Lucas added: ‘We have grown up with huge respect for American comedy, so going to work there with HBO, which is the home of some great talent, will be a great experience for both of us.’
HBO Entertainment's senior vice president Nancy Geller described Lucas and Walliams as ‘two of the most exciting new comedy voices to emerge in recent years’.
The show will be executive produced by Simon Fuller, the man behind Pop Idol and the Spice Girls.
He said: ‘The show is an absolute smash everywhere it is seen and I am certain it is going to be loved by a US TV audience as well.’
HBO has previously showcased British comedy hits including Extras and Da Ali G Show.
Published: 12 Jul 2007
