Colin's Sandwich 1988
What is Colin's Sandwich?
Colin's Sandwich is a British sitcom that aired on BBC2 in 1988 and 1990, starring Mel Smith as Colin Watkins, a British Rail clerk who aspires to become a horror writer. Written by Paul Smith and Terry Kyan, the show ran for two series of six episodes each, totaling twelve episodes, and follows Colin’s modest attempts to break into writing.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1988
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 12
- Runtime
- 30 minutes
- First aired
- Oct 18, 1988
- Networks
- BBC Two
- Genres
- Comedy
- Updated
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Colin's Sandwich is a British sitcom that aired on BBC2 in 1988 and 1990, starring Mel Smith as Colin Watkins, a British Rail clerk who aspires to become a horror writer. Written by Paul Smith and Terry Kyan, the show ran for two series of six episodes each, totaling twelve episodes, and follows Colin’s modest attempts to break into writing.
The show delivers a light, breezy comedic tone with a straightforward episodic pacing, reflecting typical late‑80s British sitcom style. Its cultural note lies in its portrayal of ordinary workplace life intersecting with creative ambition, and the second series adds a subtle progression as Colin achieves small successes as a writer.
Should you watch it?
“A railway clerk dreams of horror fame in this off‑beat British sitcom.”
- Features Mel Smith’s comedic performance as the lead.
- Presents a quirky premise of a clerk aspiring to write horror.
- Two short series provide a complete, concise story arc.
- Limited episode count may leave some storylines underdeveloped.
Watch it if you enjoy modestly quirky British comedies about everyday ambitions.
The series maintains a light, breezy tone with episodic pacing, suitable for casual viewing and fans of gentle humor.
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Where can I stream Colin's Sandwich?
The provided sources only note its original BBC2 broadcast; streaming availability is not listed.
Is Colin's Sandwich worth watching?
It offers a quirky look at a railway clerk’s horror‑writing ambitions, delivered in a concise twelve‑episode run.
How long would a binge take?
With twelve episodes, a full viewing would take only a few hours, depending on episode length.
Which episodes are essential?
Both series contribute to the narrative, with the second series highlighting Colin’s small writing successes.
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