Payne (TV series) Payne (TV series) Payne is an American sitcom based after the British program "Fawlty Towers". It starred American John Larroquette, who was also an executive producer for the series. "Payne" was a mid-season replacement on CBS and aired in March and April 1999. The show also starred JoBeth Williams, Julie Benz and Rick Batalla. Despite fairly positive reception, and receiving the blessing of John Cleese, who agreed to take a recurring role as the antagonistic rival hotelier if the show was renewed, "Payne" was quickly cancelled. Nine episodes were filmed; eight were aired. "Payne" was a remake of "Fawlty Towers",
The Taste (UK TV series) 2014 when the three mentors picked the four contestants they wanted to join their kitchens. A British version of ABC's "The Taste" was commissioned by Channel 4 in July 2013.bThis marked Lawson's return to Channel 4 after a decade away from it. The format was sold to the UK broadcaster by its distributor, Red Arrow International. The series was filmed during September and October 2013 at the Pinewood Studios. The promotional trailer caused a stir on Twitter due to its risqué nature. The Taste (UK TV series) The Taste is a British cooking game show that aired on Channel 4