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Even his most ardent critic had to feel a twinge of pity when director McG (Charlie’s Angels) announced he was developing an American remake of the BBC cult comedy, Spaced. Following the success of The Office redo on NBC, you have to figure McG was merely looking to cash in on some of that Brit TV shine.

But, the outrage that rolled McG’s way from devoted Spaced fans on both sides of the Atlantic (and, perhaps more importantly, from within Hollywood circles) hit him so hard that he backed off the project and reportedly abandoned plans to repackage the U.K. original.

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Good move. Spaced wouldn’t work on American TV. It’s a uniquely British phenomena — a rare mix of quick-witted verbal comedy, grounded/modern characterization and surreal moments of fantastical introspection that pushed the world of two struggling wannabes toward unlimited comedic possibilities in every episode. Such a show would prove too difficult for your average network programming executive to slot in on any nightly line-up.

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Written by and starring Simon Pegg and Jessica Hynes, Spaced ran for only 14 episodes over three seasons. (That’s like 110 episodes in American TV years.) Directed by Edgar Wright, the comedy served as the entry point onto the industry for the team behind Shaun of the Dead and Hot Fuzz.

The first comprehensive DVD set of the production hits North America on July 22. To celebrate the arrival, BBC America will air six back-to-back episodes chosen as favorites by Pegg, Hynes and Wright — airing this Sunday, July 20.

Look for a review of the DVD set here on Underwire this weekend.BBC America will then air the entire series in one extended marathon on Monday, July 21.

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But, the Spaced crew will only be getting warmed up as Pegg, Hynes and Wright will head out on a weeklong, four city tour to publicize the DVD release. The trio will hit New York, Los Angeles, San Diego’s Comic-Con and Austin for special screenings, panel sessions and signings.

According to the BBC, the tour itinerary includes:NEW YORK

Monday, July 217:00 PM: A special 3-episode screening event of Spaced, immediately followed by a Q&A with Simon, Jessica and Edgar at the Village East Cinemas. The Q&A session will be moderated by Elvis Mitchell (film critic and host of KCRW’s The Treatment).Tuesday, July 222:00-4:00 PM: Virgin Megastore in Union Square hosts a Spaced: The Complete Series signing event with Simon, Jessica and Edgar.LOS ANGELESWednesday, July 2312:30-2:30 PM: Jay & Silent Bob’s Secret Stash West hosts a Spaced: The Complete Series signing event with Simon, Jessica and Edgar.7:00 PM: A special 3-episode screening event of Spaced, immediately followed by a Q&A with Simon, Jessica and Edgar at the Arclight Hollywood. The Q&A session will be moderated by Kevin Smith (Clerks, Dogma). COMIC-CONFriday, July 2512:30 PM: Simon, Jessica and Edgar will participate on a panel session moderated by Ain’t It Cool’s Moriarty in Room 6A. A signing will also be scheduled.10:15 PM: To close the day, Simon, Jessica and Edgar are asking fans to pick three episodes for a special Comic-Con screening event in Room 6A. Log on now to spacedinvasion.com to cast your vote.AUSTINSunday, July 275:00 PM: The Spaced Numb-A-Thon: A marathon screening of all 14 episodes of Spaced, including a Q&A with Simon, Jessica and Edgar moderated by Ain’t It Cool’s Harry Knowles at the Alamo Drafthouse Ritz.

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