Pete V Life was originally scheduled as one of Channel 4's 2009 Comedy Showcase season comedies however, after seeing the pilot, the channel has decided to fast-track it to a full five-part series. Four more episodes will be made and the five episodes will now be shown in May 2010.

Rafe Spall stars as twenty-something Pete, a struggling sports writer. The unusual twist is that his life is commented on by two sports commentators, who act like the chorus of a Greek play. Pete's encounters and intentions are laid bare for added layers of insights and jokes.