OWL POWER

About Us

Founded in 2017, Owl Power is the production company behind hit TV series Mortimer & Whitehouse: Gone Fishing (MWFG). MWGF is now a multi BAFTA-nominated show that first aired on BBC2 in 2018 and the first four series are available to view on BBC iplayer. They are mid-way through filming series 5.

MWGF is the fishing show that is not really about fishing. In each episode comedians, Bob Mortimer (61, portly, unskilled) and Paul Whitehouse (62, slender, highly skilled) spend a couple of days by the river in pursuit of that week's target fish.

Whilst fishing they meditate on life, friendship, and death.

They fish to help each other get over treatment for nearly fatal heart problems: three stents for Whitehouse and a triple bypass for Mortimer. Paul is the teacher and the river guide, Bob organises their accommodation and heart-healthy cooking for each episode.

The series showcases the timeless beauty of the British countryside and gives a unique insight into the nature of male friendship and the importance of companionship to a fulfilling life.