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Micky Flanagan on getting caught up in Christmas

"My wife loves Christmas. Suddenly I live in a grotto. Like a lot of men, Christmas is something that happens to you..."

Emma Daly, Radio Times, 27th December 2014

Micky Flanagan: comedians are not natural competitors

As Flanagan joins the ranks of comedians doing travel-themed TV series, he says comics aren't looking to do well at the expense of others.

Emma Daly, Radio Times, 15th December 2014

Micky Flanagan on using drugs

Micky Flanagan has opened up about his wild past before he hit the big time as one of Britain's most successful comedians. The 52-year-old stand-up star admitted he was a 'product of a generation' that embraced a care-free party lifestyle when he was a teenager growing up in London's East End.

Steve Myall, The Mirror, 30th October 2014

Micky Flanagan hoping for semi-autobiographical sitcom

Micky Flanagan has given an update about his plans to star in a sitcom. The stand-up comedian first announced his hopes to lead a new comedy series last year, and has now said that he wants to find the right script.

Tom Eames, Digital Spy, 29th October 2014

Micky Flanagan to tour France on a bicycle for Sky series

Micky Flanagan is to present a four-part documentary series for Sky1 in which he cycles around France with his friend.

British Comedy Guide, 8th May 2014

Micky Flanagan: curtains caught fire at my first gig

Micky Flanagan, 51, was a club stand-up before finding success with his arena tour. He wants to make a Mike Leigh-style film about his native London.

Andrew Williams, Metro, 19th November 2013

Micky Flanagan to star in sitcom pilot

Stand-up comedian Micky Flanagan has written a sitcom pilot which will be filmed next year. The comedy will be loosely based on his real life living in London.

British Comedy Guide, 18th November 2013

Micky Flanagan postpones gigs after death of mum

Micky Flanagan has postponed four shows following the death of his mother. The dates include Wednesday's gig at The Brighton Centre as well as three shows at the O2 Arena later this week.

BBC News, 23rd October 2013

Micky Flanagan - review

If you've got a taste for straight-up 1970s nostalgia comedy, you'll take a lot away from comedy stalwart Micky Flanagan's latest set.

Brian Logan, The Guardian, 20th October 2013

Micky Flanagan in numbers

Our favourite stats and facts about the diamond geezer comedian.

Ben Williams, Time Out, 15th October 2013

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