Cardinal Burns Moves to Channel 4

The award winning E4 sketch show Cardinal Burns, aka duo Seb Cardinal and Dustin Demri-Burns, will return next year to a new home on Channel 4, for a second series. The 6 x 30minute series will be produced by Left Bank Pictures and was commissioned by C4’s Comedy Commissioner Rachel Springett..

Sketch shows have been a mainstay of British TV comedy, well for just about forever. But despite the longevity and familiarity of the genre, every now and again, a sketch show comes along that manages to feel fresh, different and - crucially - funny, all at the same time - Cardinal Burns was that show, with their roll call of brilliantly conceived characters and finely-honed comic writing. And we’re not alone in thinking that. The first series has been covered with awards including a British Comedy Award, two Broadcast Awards, a Loaded LAFTA award for Funniest TV Show and a BAFTA Nomination (Sunday May 12, 2013)

C4’s Comedy Commissioning Editor, Rachel Springett said: “We are thrilled to have commissioned a second series of the multi award winning sketch show  ‘Cardinal Burns’. We are delighted to bring to Channel 4 the likes of Banksy and The Office Flirt with a host of new brilliantly crafted and original characters including airline pilots Malcolm and Geoff and rapper Curtis Blow. ”

Seb and Dustin, said: "We're delighted to be given a second series – the response to the first series was slightly overwhelming.  The fact that the series has moved to Channel 4 is just amazing and we're thrilled to be collaborating with Brian Eno on our tricky second series."

Jenna Jones, Excutive Producer, Left Bank said: “I am thrilled that Cardinal Burns is returning for a second series, and excited that it will be launching on Channel 4.  This bold re-commission is testament to Channel 4's commitment to original talent and their ambition to bring Seb and Dustin's unique comic brilliance to a wider audience.

Cardinal Burns is produced by Left Bank Pictures for C4 and the six half hour episodes are written and performed by Seb Cardinal and Dustin Demri-Burns. Executive Producer is Jenna Jones and Left Bank Pictures Chief Executive Andy Harries. The series was commissioned by Rachel Springett for Channel 4.