Rob Brydon announces return of much-loved comedy
Everyone's favourite comedy duo will be returning, and this time they are going up North
Rob Brydon will be returning to our screens, as Sky announce another season of his comedy series
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Rob Brydon will be reuniting with comedian and friend Steve Coogan to deliver a new season of The Trip. Five years on from their Grecian adventures, the duo are back together for 'The Trip to the Northern Lights'.
This will be the fifth season of their award winning Sky Original series, and will highlight the stark beauty of Northern Europe. Filming will begin in the picturesque landscapes of Scandinavia later this year, but for now the broadcaster have teased the start of the series.
Sky shared on Instagram: "Steve's here for the acclaim. Rob's here for the Scandi saunas." For the latest TV and showbiz gossip sign up to our newsletter .
A blend of sitcom, travel documentary, and contemplation of midlife, 'The Trip to the Northern Lights' presents Steve and Rob at their argumentative and ingenious peak.
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In the past the pair have ventured to Italy, Spain, Greece and the original film was set across a restaurant tour of Northern England. In 2010, the first season/film of The Trip from the BBC received an 89% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, and it's critical acclaim meant it was later picked up by Sky.
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Fifteen years later the new season will follow them as they embark on a journey across the untamed landscapes of northern Europe, from avant-garde Swedish hotels to secluded Norwegian fishing cabins, showcasing their signature mix of humour, competitive spirit, and introspective musing.
The six part series will be under the direction of acclaimed British filmmaker Michael Winterbottom, known for works like 'This England' and '24 Hour Party People', and produced by Revolution Films, Baby Cow Productions (Stever Coogan's company), and Small Man in collaboration with Sky Studios. Both Rob and Steve will be joining Michael as executive producers on the show.
Steve Coogan remarked: "I'm delighted that Michael Winterbottom has managed to persuade me at the age of 59 to join Rob, aged 60, to squeeze the last few drops of comedy from a bottle that we both thought was pretty much empty."
Their travels prompt discussions on life topics such as ageing, aspirations, family, and fame, often reflecting on their own experiences with podcasting disputes, BAFTA rivalries, and musings on James Bond, Ingmar Bergman, and thoughts of retirement.
Rob Brydon expressed his enthusiasm about the upcoming project, saying: "I'm so pleased to be heading out on a Trip once again, this time to beautiful Scandinavia and how lovely to do it while Steve Coogan, Michael Winterbottom and I still have most of our faculties."
Meghan Lyvers, executive director of Original Scripted at Sky UK and Ireland, shared her excitement: "We're excited to continue this iconic series with Steve, Rob and Michael. Their singular blend of comedy, character and cultural commentary feels as fresh as ever.
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"The Trip to the Northern Lights promises to be a smart, surprising and brilliantly funny new chapter."
Despite there being no confirmation of when the series will be aired, it will be available to watch on Sky and NOW TV in the UK and Ireland upon its release.
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