location and therefore without a live audience. The pilot originally had a laugh track, although this was removed for the broadcast. The series was written by Lock, Trenaman and Mark Lamarr (credited under his real name, Mark Jones), and directed by Mark Nunneley. In the second TV series Lamarr is also credited as a writer. Digital comedy channel Gold began showing repeats of the first series during September 2014 as part of their After Dark comedy line-up schedules. In August 2021, following Lock's death, the series became available on BBC iPlayer. Episodes Series 1 (2002) Series 2 (2004) Filming locations The flat in which Vince lives was actually filmed in a studio with large pictures of the adjacent tower blocks as a backdrop. All other flats in both series are real, and are located in the Brandon Estate, Kennington, London. The British science fiction drama Doctor Who has also used this location. The location of the swimming pool, in which Vince works as a lifeguard, is Ladywell Leisure Centre in Lewisham, South East London, in the first series. In the second series, the swimming pool used is in the basement of the Shell Centre next to Waterloo station. The Elephant and Castle Shopping Centre is also used as a location in several episodes, notably the Sundial restaurant and the bowling alley. Series one was initially broadcast on BBC Choice (the forerunner to BBC Three) from 7 November 2002 to 12 December 2002. Series two was broadcast from 12 February 2004 to 18 March 2004. The show starred Sean Lock and Benedict Wong. Additional cast members included Dan Mersh, Bill Bailey, Aml Ameen, William Tomlin, Steven Webb, Mark Lamarr, Toby Jones, Tracey-Ann Oberman, Felix Dexter, Paul Putner, Pearce Quigley, Perry Benson, Simon Godley, Melanie Gutteridge, Peter Serafinowicz, Michael Greene and James Bachman. Awards In 2003, 15 Storeys High was nominated for a BAFTA in the Best New Director category for its unique style, and innovative shots. References External links Comedy Guide BBC television sitcoms BBC Radio comedy programmes 1999 radio programme debuts 2000 radio programme endings 2002 British television series debuts 2004 British television series endings 2000s British sitcoms English-language television shows Television shows set in London