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Mother Riley Meets The Vampire. Image shows left to right: Old Mother Riley (Arthur Lucan), Vampire (Bela Lugosi) Features

Comedy Chronicles: BOO! When Bela Lugosi met Old Mother Riley

Sunday 23rd October 2022

With Halloween approaching, Graham McCann tells of the now obscure early-50s British comedy film that co-starred Hollywood horror legend Bela Lugosi, Mother Riley Meets The Vampire.

David Renwick People

David Renwick looks back on his comedy writing career

Saturday 22nd October 2022

A long-read interview with prolific comedy writer David Renwick. He talks about his early days in comedy, writing for The Two Ronnies, being wined and dined by Spike Milligan, coming up with calamitous catastrophes to befall Victor Meldrew in One Foot In The Grave, how Jonathan Creek episodes were constructed, and much more.

Axel Blake Live

First Gig, Worst Gig: Axel Blake

Friday 21st October 2022

Fresh from his Britain's Got Talent triumph, the on-tour Axel Blake recalls an oddly time-specific post-show hug.

Men Behaving Badly. Image shows left to right: Dermot (Harry Enfield), Gary Strang (Martin Clunes). Credit: Hartswood Films Ltd Quiz

British Comedy Quiz #225

Wednesday 19th October 2022

Black Books, Victoria Wood, Only Fools And Horses, I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue and Harry Hill start off this week's questions, but there's more too - like Men Behaving Badly.

Whoops Apocalypse. Image shows from L to R: Premier Dubienkin (Richard Griffiths), The Deacon (John Barron), President Johnny Cyclops (Barry Morse), Kevin Pork (Peter Jones). Copyright: London Weekend Television Features

Comedy Rewind: Have I Got Nukes For You - Celebrating Whoops Apocalypse

Sunday 16th October 2022

One of the most dark and anarchic satires ever broadcast on British television marks its 40th anniversary this year, and the events in Whoops Apocalypse feel almost as pertinent as ever. Find out more about this acclaimed comedy serial from David Renwick and Andrew Marshall.

The Lavender Hill Mob. Image shows left to right: Miles Jupp, Justin Edwards Live

Phil Porter: I jumped at the chance to adapt The Lavender Hill Mob

Thursday 13th October 2022

Olivier-nominated playwright Phil Porter has adapted The Lavender Hill Mob, the classic Ealing Comedy which starred Alec Guinness, to become a new stage play. Featuring Miles Jupp and Justin Edwards, The Lavender Hill Mob tours the UK until 18th February 2023. Phil talks about taking on the project in this article.

Metal Mickey. Granny (Irene Handl). Credit: London Weekend Television Quiz

British Comedy Quiz #224

Wednesday 12th October 2022

Beckinsale, Briers, Curtis, Herring... and?

Jordan Gray Live

Jordan Gray, Mike Wozniak, Mock The Week, Live At The Apollo - Mark Muldoon's Comedy Diary

Tuesday 11th October 2022

Mark Muldoon returns with a new regular diary reporting on the comedy scene in London and beyond. This time, he checks out Jordan Gray, Mike Wozniak, Kim Noble, Judi Love, Sam Campbell and more.

Pernille Haaland Live

Random 8: Pernille Haaland

Tuesday 11th October 2022

Ready for the Laugh Til it Hurts fundraiser, Pernille Haaland recalls an agile smoker, pointless heels and the bad toes of big Jesus.

Mel Giedroyc: Unforgivable. Lou Sanders TV

Lou Sanders interview

Monday 10th October 2022

Lou Sanders is currently co-hosting Mel Giedroyc: Unforgivable. We caught up with her to chat about owning your shame, burning material and not mentioning the Queen when you're performing on top of the O2.

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