Dave Renews Alan Davies As Yet Untitled

LONDON: British network Dave has commissioned a new season of the comedy chat show Alan Davies As Yet Untitled, due out early next year.

The new order also doubles the show’s run to ten hour-long episodes. The unscripted program sees the titular comedian host a round table with four guests who have no idea what Davies will be talking about. Phil McIntyre Television produces the show is association with Grand Scheme.

“The simplicity of the Alan Davies As Yet Untitled format allows the genius of Alan in this environment to shine,” said Iain Coyle, UKTV commissioning editor. “It’s great to be back working with one of the most professional production teams in the industry and once again put together one of the funniest shows on telly.”

Steve North, the general manager for Dave, added: “We are thrilled to have Alan returning to Dave following the success of As Yet Untitled’s first series. The relaxed and insightful nature of the show made it genuinely funny for the viewers and I am excited to see what guests will appear this time round.”

Lucy Ansbro, who is exec producing for Phil McIntyre Television, commented: “We are thrilled to be working with Alan, UKTV and Grand Scheme again on this fantastic show. We can’t wait to get started on putting together more fascinating lineups of extraordinary talent.”