I'm with Stupid

I'm with Stupid

2006 · 1 season · 6 eps · ★ 7.7 · Comedy

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I'm with Stupid is a British television programme starring Paul Henshall and Mark Benton. The series was created by BBC Comedy North. Peter Keeley was series consultant and it was written by Danny Peak. The original pilot episode aired on BBC Three in March 2005. The main character, Paul, portrayed by disabled actor Paul Henshall, has cerebral palsy and Mark Benton's character, Sheldon, is a homeless man who Paul takes in to Bramble Lodge and offers him a place to stay. Bramble Lodge is a home for disabled people governed by Jean. The cast also includes Alan Martin as Graham, Kevin Davids as Syd, Cherylee Houston as Dorothy and Steve Edge as Sergeant Swithenback. The series aired from 10 September to 15 October 2006 on BBC Three.

Directed by Christine Gernon · Written by Daniel Peak

Network: BBC Three

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Mark Benton Sheldon
Paul Henshall Paul Ball
Steve Edge Sgt. Swithenback
Ruth Jones Jean
Kevin Davids Syd
Cherylee Houston Dorothy
Belinda Everett PC Sarah Madden
Alan Martin Graham
Emma Atkins Alison
Neil Bell Macca
Caroline Strong Councillor Stafford

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