There is an art to executing a well-crafted, half-hour situational comedy, and Bob Servant is a shining example of just such a thing.
The writing is phenomenal with a laugh in nearly every line. Belly-laugh laughs. A simple, uncluttered concept with a minimum of characters. Not a mean bone in its body. Uplifting, yes, but not squishy, not in the least.
And the cast. Those who only know Brian Cox as his Logan Roy incarnation (who is, frankly, a very unfunny fellow) are in for a treat as Cox unleashes his massive comedy chops as the titular character. An unabashed chewer of scenery, Cox never once falters in keeping this character afloat while driving the humor. It is a thing to behold.
His co-star, Jonathan Watson, is the perfect foil, an understated straight man, serving up pitches that Cox knocks out of the park. There are a handful of uncredited talents who help make this a very fun affair.
Now showing on Britbox with hardly a hint of promotion, I hope that like-minded Brian Cox completists find their way to this series. It's one of his best performances, and that's saying a great deal.
