Press clippings
Ludwig to be remade in America
Ludwig, the hit new BBC comedy drama starring David Mitchell as a detective, is to be remade for American audiences.
British Comedy Guide, 4th April 2025David Mitchell knows the secret to a cozy British murder
We thought we were onto something good, but the response exceeded my expectations.
Anne Victoria Clark, Vulture, 21st March 2025David Mitchell talks bringing BBC hit Ludwig to America
"My hunch is... they'll just get it." The beloved British comedian sits down to talk about the BBC's biggest scripted show of 2024, in which he stars as puzzler-turned-detective John Taylor, set to air on BritBox.
Lily Ford, Hollywood Reporter, 18th March 2025Can Mitchell & Webb revive the sketch show?
As David Mitchell and Robert Webb begin shooting a new comedy show for Channel 4, Dominic Maxwell finds out why sketch shows fell out of fashion in the first place.
Dominic Maxwell, The Times, 6th March 2025Bruiser: The most important comedy show you've never heard of
Bruiser is the off-beat, lo-fi sketch show that launched the careers of Olivia Colman, Martin Freeman, David Mitchell, Robert Webb, and more.
Tom Nicholson, i Newspaper, 28th February 2025Comedy.co.uk Awards 2024 winners
Gavin & Stacey has been named Comedy Of The Year in the Comedy.co.uk Awards 2024. Daddy Issues has picked up the Best New TV Sitcom title, with other winners including Wing It, Horrible Histories and Taskmaster.
British Comedy Guide, 17th February 2025David Mitchell: it's odd that TV abandoned sketch comedy
The comedian and actor discusses his just-announced show with Robert Webb.
Marian McHugh, Broadcast, 14th February 2025Mitchell & Webb return to sketch on Channel 4
David Mitchell and Robert Webb are reuniting to make a new sketch show for Channel 4.
British Comedy Guide, 13th February 2025David Mitchell reflects on unbelievable fan response to Ludwig
"You always hope things will go that well, but no, I've never done a thing that has resonated with an audience so quickly."
George Lewis, Digital Spy, 10th February 2025Ludwig wins at Broadcast Awards 2025
Ludwig, the new BBC comedy drama starring David Mitchell, has won Best Comedy Programme at the Broadcast Awards 2025.
British Comedy Guide, 6th February 2025