BAKE OFF: PEEP SHOW CAST REUNITE FOR BAKING SHOW

The Great British Bake Off is serving up a nostalgic Christmas treat this year, as the beloved cast of Peep Show reunite for a one-off festive special. Fans of the cult comedy series, known for its chaotic humour, awkward realism, and unforgettable characters, will see David Mitchell, Olivia Colman, Isy Suttie, Matt King, and Sophie Winkleman step back into the spotlight together for the first time since the sitcom ended in 2015.

The Channel 4 hit, which ran for nine series and became one of Britain’s most quotable comedies, last saw its cast together almost a decade ago. Now, instead of navigating the messy lives of Mark Corrigan and Jeremy Usborne, they’ll be navigating soggy bottoms, collapsing cakes, and the terrifying judgement of Paul Hollywood.

While the majority of the core cast are returning, one name is missing: Robert Webb, who co-led the show alongside Mitchell as the iconic Jez. His absence has already sparked discussions online, but producers have confirmed the cast appearing are thrilled to take part and reunite for something “fun, warm, and very, very silly”, which most fans agree sums up the entire spirit of Peep Show.

The special will see the actors ditching their eccentric sitcom personas and stepping into the Bake Off tent to whip up festive treats under pressure. As always, judges Prue Leith and Paul Hollywood will be on hand to evaluate their creations, with Hollywood’s famous handshake no doubt the ultimate goal. Noel Fielding and Alison Hammond will host, bringing their usual blend of warmth, chaos, and gentle teasing.

Bake Off traditionally celebrates the feel-good side of telly, light, warm, comforting, and festive. Pairing that with the dry humour and neurotic comedy energy of Peep Show is already being heralded as a brilliant move by Channel 4 viewers. Fans are particularly excited to see how David Mitchell, known for his sharp wit and Mark’s perpetual anxiety, handles the pressures of baking under a time limit. Many have joked that “Mark Corrigan in the tent” may be the most stressful Bake Off moment in history.

Olivia Colman’s appearance is also a huge highlight. Now an Academy Award-winning Hollywood star, her return to a Channel 4 ensemble show feels both nostalgic and heart-warming for long-time fans of British comedy. Colman played the complicated and at times chaotic character Sophie Chapman in Peep Show, and viewers are eager to see her in a more relaxed, and far more sugary, environment.

Jesse Armstrong and Sam Bain’s Peep Show ran from 2003 to 2015, delivering 54 episodes across nine series – Credit CHANNEL 4

Matt King, beloved for his role as the unhinged Super Hans, may be the wildcard of the tent. Social media is already filled with jokes about whether his bakes will be “as chaotic as his character” or if he will reveal a hidden talent for pâtisserie. Meanwhile, Isy Suttie and Sophie Winkleman are expected to bring warmth and humour that fans will remember fondly from their original roles.

The festive special is rumoured to include classic challenges, seasonal treats, and plenty of comedic moments between old friends reconnecting. Channel 4 has not yet confirmed an air date, but it is expected to be part of this year’s Christmas programming lineup.

For fans of both Bake Off and Peep Show, this crossover is shaping up to be a perfect slice of holiday television, nostalgic, cosy, and absolutely hilarious.