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Funny Woman Series 2 review
Rather than a technicolour nostalgia-fest, the series reminds us of a pervasive truth: some men, it seems, cannot handle a funny woman.
Antonia Georgiou, The Upcoming, 6th September 2024
Funny Woman Series 2 review
Lopsided comedy drama can't decide if it's Ken Dodd or Ken Loach. Gemma Arterton has charisma to spare as a pioneering female comedian in 1960s London, but the show can't settle on a consistent tone.
Ed Power, The Telegraph, 6th September 2024
Interview: Ed Byrne
Ed is coming to Newark with a show that's hilarious while tackling a very sensitive subject. He exclusively shares with us how Tragedy Plus Time came to be ...
Ian C Douglas, Leftlion, 6th September 2024
How internet comedy is changing live stand-up - for the better
We are where we are, Toto. In terms of live stand-up this is nowhere near where we were a decade ago. The sands are not just shifting, but being blown away.
Ben Heal, Chortle, 6th September 2024
Rarely Asked Questions - Rosalie Minnitt: Clementine, Soho Theatre
Following a barnstorming run of sell-out shows and critical acclaim at the 2023 and 2024 Edinburgh Fringes and two London residencies, Rosalie Minnitt brings her cult comedy hit Clementine back to Soho Theatre next week (11-14 September), and for a final time, truly marking the end of the 'brat summer' but with a Regency twist.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 6th September 2024
Good Omens Series 3 on track at Amazon despite Neil Gaiman allegations
The third series of Neil Gaiman's Good Omens is understood to be going ahead as planned at Amazon Prime Video, even though Disney has paused a feature adaptation of Gaiman's novel, The Graveyard Book, following allegations of sexual assault against the UK author and screenwriter.
Mona Tabbara, Screen Daily, 6th September 2024
We Might Regret This review
This new comedy drama from the BBC may lack focus but provides a loveable cast of characters in a story of one wheelchair user's complicated personal life.
Eve Connor, The List, 6th September 2024
Do Gooders review
Personality clashes reign supreme in this ensemble comedy with a high gag rate.
Jay Richardson, The List, 6th September 2024
Funny Woman Series 2 review
Gemma Arterton is tediously perfect.
Rachel Aroesti, The Guardian, 6th September 2024
Funny Woman Series 2 review
This second series is sweet and nostalgic - but a little more edge wouldn't go amiss.
Rachael Sigee, i Newspaper, 6th September 2024Brass Eye film goes on the road again
Screening dates for Michael Cumming's Oxide Ghosts.
Chortle, 6th September 2024Videos
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11:30am30 min
Noising Up
Series 4, Episode 2Topical sketch show sending up headlines happening across Scotland and all over the world.
1:30pm30 min
The Good, The Bad And The Unexpected
Series 18, Episode 2Mark Nelson is joined by stand-up comedians Susan Riddell and Rosco McClelland, one of whom has made a new unlikely friend at the surgery and the other has a fashionable plan to save the NHS millions of pounds each year. They are joined by Ryan Moloney, who is better known to us as 'Toadfish' from Neighbours, who shares his memories from almost 30 years on the Austrailian show, including an eating contest with the highest paid actress in the world.
6:30pm30 min
The News Quiz
Series 115, Episode 1 - Labour's Brat SummerNeil Delamere, Lucy Porter, Mark Steel, and Marie Le Conte join Andy Zaltzman to quiz the news. In this first episode of a brand new series, Andy and the panel catch up on the events of Labour's first Brat Summer, take a look at a Tory leadership election, and have a brief check in on the rest of the world to make sure it's still there.
9pm60 min
Funny Woman
Series 2, Episode 1Sophie is the nation's favourite TV comedy star, has a group of good friends and her romance with Dennis is full of promise. But trouble is just round the corner.
9:30pm60 min
The Last Leg
The Last Leg In Paris, Episode 9 - Day 9Adam Hills, Alex Brooker and Josh Widdicombe are live in Paris giving their unique and comedic take on the day's events at the 2024 Paralympic Games with special guests Ellie Simmonds and Johnny Vegas.
10pm15 min
The Golden Cobra
Episode 7 - Broken SaddleOn a beautiful summer's day in Ebbw Vale, Nick finally steps up to the plate as his son Rhys suffers a harrowing injury.
10:15pm15 min
The Golden Cobra
Episode 8 - A Titan Of RugbyMessiah of rugby Scott Quinnell blesses Ebbw Vale with his divine presence. Basil sees his perfect opportunity for revenge.
5:30am30 min
My Mate's A Footballer
Series 3, Episode 3 - Re-living Pre-Season: Pranks, Roommates And Go-kartingPatrick and Joe discuss what happens on a pre-season tour with a Championship club. Alongside the fitness work, Joe is pleased to hear there's also time to let off some steam.
5:30am30 min
My Mate's A Footballer
Series 3, Episode 4 - Boot Deals, Surprising Balls & Kit LaunchesJoe wants to discuss all the equipment that footballers use in their job and develops his obsession with boots to find out what a 'boot deal' actually means.