BBC Comedy Boss Says “We Would Be Happy To Talk” With John Cleese Over ‘Fawlty Towers’ Revival As He Presents Next Generation Of “Very British” Shows

I dont think youd find these on streamers or with competitors, he added.

Petrie also stressed the contemporary nature of his new comedy slate.

Nothing in comedy should go untouched, he added.

Jon Petrie (left) and John CleeseBBC / Dave J Hogan / Getty Images

Petriejoined the BBCin 2021 after stints at Charlie Brookers Broke & Bones andStath Lets Flatsindie Roughcut TV.