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David Tennant and Michael Sheen (playing themselves) were due to star in a production of 'Six Characters in Search of an Author' in the West End. The pandemic has put an end to that, but their director (Simon Evans) is determined not to let the opportunity pass them by.
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- 01
The Loo RecluseDavid and Michael discover that the studio has now cast two actors. When they discover who has been cast both men are upset as they each have a history with the actor taking their place, one known and one unknown. - 02
Who The F#!k Is Michael Sheen?An actor who was initially involved in the play, but dropped out due to scheduling conflicts, comes back to haunt the production. Georgia has sold her novel, and tells Anna that she's due to be a birthing partner for her friend. Michael is being blackmailed by his neighbour. - 03
Cachu HwchTwo great actors were due to put on a play in the West End before the show was put on hiatus due to the pandemic. The director is worried that his big break is about to pass him by so tries to convince his doubtful cast to carry on online.
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Episodes by season
Season01Best season
- S01E01Cachu HwchJune 10, 2020Two great actors were due to put on a play in the West End before the show was put on hiatus due to the pandemic. The director is worried th
- S01E02
Up To No GoodJune 10, 2020With rehearsals due to begin, director Simon goes missing. Michael and David embrace the opportunity to skive off from their duties, but one - S01E03Season's bestWho The F#!k Is Michael Sheen?June 10, 2020An actor who was initially involved in the play, but dropped out due to scheduling conflicts, comes back to haunt the production. Georgia ha
- S01E04
Bara BrithJune 10, 2020Michael and David are finding it hard to regain each other's trust. The show's producer steps in to try and repair the damage. Meanwhile Mic - S01E05
UlyssesJune 10, 2020Simon brings in an old friend to try to convince David and Michael to put their faith in him. David has managed to stay afloat in Georgia's - S01E06
The Cookie JarJune 10, 2020The producer drafts in the voice of experience to get Michael and David in line. Georgia has shared David's work without him knowing. Michae
Season02
- S02E01
Saddle Up SheenJanuary 4, 2021Whilst appearing on a chat show discussing a year in lockdown Michael and David are pained to discover someone they respect is not a fan of - S02E02
Long Time, No SeeJanuary 5, 2021After discovering the plan, David and Michael are dismayed to learn who will be carrying on without them. They are also upset to find out ho - S02E03
The Dirty MochynsJanuary 11, 2021David and Michael spot an opportunity to sabotage the show. David is deflated to discover how people feel about him, while Michael is overjo - S02E04
Woofty Doofty, DavidJanuary 12, 2021There is fallout from how David and Michael have behaved. They try to establish who has more value. Georgia, Anna and Lucy discuss a charity - S02E05
The Warthog and the Mongoose, Part 1January 18, 2021The boys are butting heads, not helped by having to read with various new potential cast members. - S02E06
The Warthog and the Mongoose, Part 2January 19, 2021The project is in danger. Simon tries to get David and Michael to work together, but it ultimately falls to a final pair of potential cast m - S02E07Season's bestThe Loo RecluseJanuary 25, 2021David and Michael discover that the studio has now cast two actors. When they discover who has been cast both men are upset as they each hav
- S02E08
Until They Get HomeJanuary 26, 2021Accepting their fate David and Michael prepare to finally leave their homes. David is finally due to go back to work, Michael thinks he fina
Season03
- S03E01
Season's bestIs There a Version?November 24, 2022Michael and David don't want to talk to Simon, but he doesn't give up. - S03E02
Who's Playing Who?November 24, 2022The gang prepares to announce their new endeavour. Surely nothing can stand in their way? - S03E03
PastNovember 24, 2022Sifting through the rubble of what might have been, they try to pin-point what went wrong. - S03E04
PresentNovember 24, 2022With the project paused, David and Michael decide to try and break the standstill. - S03E05
FutureNovember 24, 2022With the gang reinvigorated, a plan is suggested which could turn failure into glory. - S03E06
Knock, KnockNovember 24, 2022The final send-off is upset by betrayal almost at once. But is there still a way through?
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