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The Wrong Mans. Image shows from L to R: Sam (Mathew Baynton), Phil (James Corden). Copyright: BBC / Hulu
The Wrong Mans

The Wrong Mans

  • TV sitcom / comedy drama
  • BBC Two
  • 2013 - 2014
  • 8 episodes (2 series)

Comedy thriller about a pair of lowly office workers who become embroiled in a deadly criminal conspiracy. Stars Mathew Baynton, James Corden, Sarah Solemani, Tom Basden, Dawn French and more.

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Series 1, Episode 3 - Dead Mans

Having exchanged Jason for Scarlett, Phil and Sam's strife reaches a whole new level when a man is murdered right in front of them; MI5 agent Walker appears to be their only hope.

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Further details

The Wrong Mans. Image shows from L to R: Sam (Mathew Baynton), Mr Lau (Benedict Wong), Lizzie (Sarah Solemani). Copyright: BBC / Hulu

Sam negotiates the safe handover of Scarlett from Mr Lau in exchange for his nephew Jason, but Phil accidentally scuppers the plan.

After a dramatic escape, and a quick visit to Phil's mum, Linda, the duo take Scarlett home to her husband. But after a less-than-happy reunion, Sam and Phil must go on the run from both cops and criminals, until finding temporary safety in the hands of enigmatic MI5 agent Walker.

Broadcast details

Date
Tuesday 8th October 2013
Time
9pm
Channel
BBC Two
Length
30 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
Mathew Baynton Sam
James Corden Phil
Sarah Solemani Lizzie
Tom Basden Noel
Dawn French Linda
Stephen Campbell Moore Smoke
Paul Cawley Alan
Emilia Fox Scarlett
Benedict Wong Mr Lau
David Calder Mr Reid
Guest cast
Charlie Walker Wise David
Rufus Jones D.S. Brick
Dan Skinner (as Dan Renton Skinner) D.I. Ireland
Brendan Patricks Ed
Claire Lams Kerry
Jim Howick Chris
Nick Moran Stevens
Dougray Scott Walker
Christina Chong May Wu
Andrew Koji Jason
Writing team
Mathew Baynton Writer
Tom Basden Writer
Jeremy Dyson Script Editor
Production team
Jim Field Smith Director
Jim Field Smith Producer
Charlie Leech Producer
Mark Freeland Executive Producer
Charlotte Koh Executive Producer
David Webb Editor
Jonathan Paul Green Production Designer
Kevin Sargent Composer

Videos

Is this a joke to you?

Mr Lau is running out of patience with Sam and Phil.

Featuring: Mathew Baynton (Sam), James Corden (Phil) & Benedict Wong (Mr Lau).

I'm Not Laughing

Mr Lau reaches breaking point.

Featuring: Mathew Baynton (Sam), James Corden (Phil), Emilia Fox (Scarlett) & Benedict Wong (Mr Lau).

Noel's Video Dossier - Episode 3

Sam is convinced the Triads are at work in Berkshire.

Featuring: Tom Basden (Noel) & Paul Cawley (Alan).

Behind-the-Scenes: Episode 3 injuries

Mat and James describe the on set injuries that occurred whilst filming The Wrong Mans.

Featuring: Mathew Baynton (Sam) & James Corden (Phil).

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