Timewasters

TV SERIES 2017 2 SEASONS

Overview

A struggling four-piece South London jazz band find themselves transported back in time to the 1920s and 1950s via an elevator in a dilapidated block of flats. Met with stares and curiosity in the past, the group hilariously navigates the clash of cultures and social conventions all while exploring worlds that are both incredibly familiar and painfully foreign.

This production, originally released in 2017, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Comedy genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 5.9 across its 2 seasons.

Storyline Highlights:
• Explores themes within Comedy.
• Produced in United Kingdom.
• Original Language: English.

Starring Cast

Daniel Lawrence Taylor

Nick

Kadiff Kirwan

Jason

Samson Kayo

Horace

Adelayo Adedayo

Lauren

Ellie White

Janice

Seasons

Season 1

6 Episodes • Aired 2017-10-09

In season one, the band find themselves transported back in time to the 1920s. After their “time machine” is destroyed, the group quickly realise that being young and black in the Jazz Age is a lot more difficult and unpleasant than they had expected. The band must navigate the parties and pitfalls of the Roaring Twenties while searching for a way back home.

Season 2

6 Episodes • Aired 2019-03-11

In season two, the band are transported back to the 1950s. In an era of Cold War paranoia, the gang will have to stay on their toes if they want to get out alive.