Colin's Sandwich

Colin's Sandwich (1988-1990)

EndedScripted showComedy

Struggling writer Colin has the unenviable daytime job of listening to the complaints of the public using British Railways.

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Scheduleevery Friday at 21:00 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E06Out to LunchFeb 16, 1990
S02E05FrankFeb 9, 1990
S02E04Night ThoughtsFeb 2, 1990
S02E03ZanzibarJan 26, 1990
S02E02A Piece of CakeJan 19, 1990
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Colin's Sandwich' premiere?

'Colin's Sandwich' premiered on September 14, 1988.

Who created 'Colin's Sandwich'?

'Colin's Sandwich' was created by Paul Smith.

What genre does 'Colin's Sandwich' belong to?

'Colin's Sandwich' is a comedy series.

Who played the main character, Colin Watkins, in 'Colin's Sandwich'?

Mel Smith portrayed the main character, Colin Watkins, in 'Colin's Sandwich'.

What is the premise of 'Colin's Sandwich'?

'Colin's Sandwich' follows the life of Colin Watkins, a British literature teacher who dreams of becoming a successful writer.

Where is 'Colin's Sandwich' set?

'Colin's Sandwich' is set in the fictional town of Inglenook.

Who is Colin's best friend in the show?

Colin's best friend in 'Colin's Sandwich' is Harry.

What is Colin's job in 'Colin's Sandwich'?

Colin works as a British literature teacher in 'Colin's Sandwich'.

Who is Colin's love interest in the show?

Colin's love interest in 'Colin's Sandwich' is Jenny.

Does Colin's writing career progress in the show?

Yes, Colin's writing career shows progress throughout the series.

How many episodes are there in 'Colin's Sandwich'?

'Colin's Sandwich' consists of 21 episodes.

Does 'Colin's Sandwich' feature any recurring characters?

Yes, 'Colin's Sandwich' includes recurring characters such as Mr. Morrison, the headmaster, and Colin's students.

What is the tone of 'Colin's Sandwich'?

'Colin's Sandwich' has a light-hearted and humorous tone.

Does 'Colin's Sandwich' incorporate any social commentary?

Yes, 'Colin's Sandwich' touches on various social issues through comedic storytelling.

What is the running time of each episode in 'Colin's Sandwich'?

Each episode of 'Colin's Sandwich' has an approximate running time of 30 minutes.

Did 'Colin's Sandwich' receive any awards or nominations?

Unfortunately, 'Colin's Sandwich' did not receive any major awards or nominations during its run.

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