Mr Sloane (Sky Atlantic 2014, Nick Frost, Ophelia Lovibond)

Comedy drama series set in 1969 when middle aged, overweight Mr Sloane, newly seperated and newly sacked meets much younger American girl Robin.

Specially written for Nick Frost by Robert B Weide, the creator of American sitcom Curb Your Enthusiasm. Sadly despite strong critical reviews Sky decided not to press ahead with a second series which is a shame as it had a lot going for it.

production details
UK / Sky Atlantic / 1×60 minute episode / 5×30 minute episodes / Broadcast 2014

cast
Nick Frost as Jeremy Sloane
Peter Serafinowicz as Ross
Ophelia Lovibond as Robin
Olivia Colman as Janet
Brendan Patricks as Reggie
Larry Lewin as Beans

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