Mortimer and Whitehouse: Gone Fishing

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Two comedians and lifelong friends, Bob Mortimer and Paul Whitehouse, embark on a fishing adventure around the UK and share their personal and hilarious experiences of life in some of the most picturesque landscapes the country has to offer. While waiting for the fish to take the bait, the comedians chat about everything, from their childhood years to the life-threatening illnesses that both have overcome. The angling expedition gives the two comedians the opportunity to reconnect and reflect on what is important.

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Episode 1Mortimer and Whitehouse: Gone Fishing

Episode 1. Paul and Bob visit Wales to fish for chub and meet the founder of charity Tackling Minds.

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Episode 2Mortimer and Whitehouse: Gone Fishing

Episode 2. Paul and Bob head to a hidden lake in Dumfries and Galloway in search of a big pike.

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Episode 3Mortimer and Whitehouse: Gone Fishing

Episode 3. Paul and Bob fish the autumnal Hampshire Avon for roach, dace and river carp.

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Episode 4Mortimer and Whitehouse: Gone Fishing

Episode 4. Paul and Bob venture to Sutton Lake in Shropshire to fish for crucian carp.

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Episode 5. A very special surprise awaits Paul and terrier Ted on Burgh Island, south Devon.

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Episode 6Mortimer and Whitehouse: Gone Fishing

Episode 6. Paul and Bob return to the Peak District, this time with Ted.

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