Fox orders live-action *Mammoth* from Lloyd & Zuker

Fox has ordered a new live-action comedy series from the creators behind *Modern Family*, Christopher Lloyd and Danny Zuker, based on a UK format. The show, described as a "mammoth" production, marks another push by the network into big-budget scripted comedies after years of leaning heavily on reality TV.

The series is an adaptation of the British hit *Man Down*, which aired on Channel 4 from 2015 to 2017. In the original format, the lead character, a mild-mannered teacher played by Greg Davies, navigates increasingly absurd and chaotic situations—often triggered by his own poor decisions—while trying to maintain a semblance of normal family life. The U.S. version will likely retain the same premise but tailor the humor to American audiences, possibly updating the setting and cultural references.

Fox has not yet announced casting or a premiere date, but the project signals the network’s renewed interest in live-action comedies after a period dominated by animated hits like *Family Guy* and *The Simpsons*. The network has struggled to launch new scripted comedies in recent years, making this adaptation a strategic bet on proven source material.

The move also reflects broader industry trends, with streamers and networks increasingly turning to international formats to reduce development risk. If successful, the show could join Fox’s growing slate of original comedies, helping the network diversify beyond its traditional reliance on animation and reality programming.