James Corden is all smiles celebrating his new comedy-drama TV series Mammals with Sally Hawkins

James Corden cut a neat figure as he returned to his native Britain to celebrate the screening of his latest comedy-drama TV series.

Dressed in a soft navy suit and tie with a crisp light blue shirt, the TV host, 44, posed on the red carpet alongside his co-stars of the new Amazon Prime show Mammals.

Also, Oscar and BAFTA-nominated actress Sally Hawkins was in good spirits, looking fabulous in her deep purple slash-neck knitted jumper.

The Paddington actress, 46, who plays Lue in the five-episode run, beamed brightly with co-star James as they arrived at London’s Ham Yard Hotel on Friday night.

She wore her short dark raven hair in a neat bun as she swept her bangs to the side to frame her face perfectly.

Sally paired the eye-catching sweater with purple wide-leg pants.

James, starring Jamie Buckingham in Mammals, was recently spotted in his new Los Angeles home.

Celebrating: Also in good spirits was Oscar and BAFTA-nominated actress Sally Hawkins, who looked fabulous in her deep purple slash neck embellished knit jumper

Giggles: James, left, plays Jamie Buckingham in Mammals, while Sally (right) plays Lue in the five-episode series

Laughter: The Paddington actress, 46, who plays Lue in the five-episode run, beamed with a smile with co-star James as they arrived at London’s Ham Yard Hotel

The story centers on the life of a Michelin-starred chef, James, whose world collapses when he discovers the shocking secrets of his pregnant wife.

Also present at the screening on Friday was said to be on-screen wife, Melia Kreiling, who plays Amandine Buckingham.

She wore a black ruffled midi-length dress and a pair of bold red slingback heels.

Promo: James has lived on the east coast of the US for a number of years but still owns a house in Belsize Park, north London, ahead of his time in the UK

And posing: The TV host, 44, posed on the red carpet next to his co-stars of the new Amazon Prime show Mammals

James has lived on the east coast of the US for a number of years but still owns a home in Belsize Park, north London, ahead of his time in the UK.

But he and his family are scheduled to move back to England next year when he retires from The Late Late Show.

The star and his 10-year-old wife plan to return to the UK with their three children, but they are still trying to ‘figure out’ what the future holds for the family.

Red carpet ready: Sally wore her short, dark raven hair in a neat bun as she swept her bangs to the side to frame her face perfectly

Looking smart: James cut a friendly figure as he attended the series’ photo call

In June, the co-founder of James Corden’s production company Fulwell 73, Ben Turner, said he is “very excited to get James back in the UK”.

Ben told Variety: “[Corden] has just as many strings up his sleeve, and Late is a big engagement that takes up so much of his time.

“We’re just really excited about having him back in the UK and all the things that entails, but it’s a big moment for us.”

James currently lives in California, but an insider told MailOnline that spending more time in the UK when the show ends is “definitely on the horizon.”

Another source suggested he plans to move close to West Ham United’s London Stadium in East London.

Co-stars: Also in attendance at Friday’s screening was James’ on-screen wife, Melia Kreiling (right), who plays Amandine Buckingham, who wore a black ruffled midi-length dress

An insider told The Sun: ‘James and Jules have barely had time to see their families in the UK in recent years due to his work schedule. They go back and forth for a while

“In the long run, they both want to see more of their parents and are considering moving back permanently in a few years.

‘They sold their house in London and had to look for a new base in the capital.’

James will step down as host of the Late Late show at the end of next season, after a seven-year stint.

Filming from Los Angeles, The Late Late Show first premiered in 1995 with host Tom Snyder. Craig Kilborn and Craig Ferguson followed as hosts until James Corden came in 2015.

Speaking of his departure, James said, “Seven and a half years ago I started hosting this show. And there’s no other way to say it, it changed my life. I love it.

‘I love all the people who work here. I am so proud of what we have achieved. It exceeds my wildest, wildest dreams. So I’m happy to announce today that I’ve signed a new contract to continue hosting The Late Late Show.

“When I started this journey, it would always be that way. It would be a journey, an adventure. I never saw it as my final destination, you know?

“And I never want this show to be welcome in any way for too long. I always want to make it. And I really think in a year’s time that’s a good time to move on and see what else is out there.’

New Era: James will step down as host of the Late Late show at the end of next season after seven years