“Brilliantly distinctive” British break-up comedy gets first look as new cast are added

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Channel 4 has revealed the new actors joining the cast of its upcoming romantic comedy, Break Clause, offering fans a first look at the show. The six-episode series focuses on an uncomfortable breakup, starring Samuel Bottomley (known from How to Have Sex) as Ben and Lara Ricote as his ex-girlfriend, Lil.

Lucy Black, who starred in Gentleman Jack, will play Deb, and John Thomas, known for Cold Feet, will play Alan. Jack James, recently seen in the ITV drama I Fought the Law, will be playing Jordan.

Created by Jess Bray (known for The Outlaws), the new Channel 4 series centers on Ben and Lil, who are trying to cope with a messy breakup while still sharing a home.

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Okay, so I just heard about this show called Break Clause, and it sounds really relatable! It’s about a couple, Ben and Lil, who split up but are still living together in the same apartment. Basically, it’s about how tough it is to get over your first love, and then add on top of that the nightmare of figuring out who moves out? Ugh, sounds messy – and I’m already hooked!

The cast also includes Lucas Jones (known for Get Millie Black), playing Sean; Hammed Animashaun (Black Ops) as Paul; Assa Kanouté (Boarders) as Kira; Catherine Cohen (Sentimental Value) as Jos; Charly Clive (Rooster) as Frances; Michael Workéyè (The Moment) as Kas; Jessica Knappett (Avoidance) as the Vicar; Nathan Foad (Our Flag Means Death) as Owen; Jack Shep (SNL UK) as Liam; and Tamika Bennett as Nic.

The show’s creator, Bray, expressed excitement about continuing the story of Ben and Lil, saying they’ve been dreaming about this comedy for years and are thankful Channel 4 and ZDFneo are giving them the opportunity.

The story outline went on to say they’d put together an incredibly talented creative team – a real dream team! – and they’re hoping to create something wonderful and enjoy the process.

Channel 4’s Head of Comedy, Charlie Perkins, praised the show as a fantastic creative collaboration with exciting new talent both in front of and behind the camera. He believes a romantic comedy is perfect for today’s binge-watching culture and that this series is a unique and welcome addition to Channel 4’s comedy lineup, adding that they are very pleased with the result.

Break Clause will air on Channel 4.

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2026-02-11 20:20