Frankie Boyle
- 52 years old
- Scottish
- Actor, writer and stand-up comedian
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The first run of Boyle's studio-bound current affairs vehicle coincided with the shock of the general election and the horror of Grenfell Tower and saw the abrasive Glaswegian catching the zeitgeist to impressive effect. He'll have plenty to chew on in this end-of-year roundup; given the absence of Charlie Brooker from this year's Christmas schedules, this is your best bet for a sceptical, scabrous take on another troubling political year.
Phil Harrison, The Guardian, 29th December 2017The top 10 comedy shows of 2017
A virgin dominatrix whipped Edinburgh, Tim Key looked for love and Hannah Gadsby quit then won two awards. But only the snide, brutal brilliance of Frankie Boyle could triumph over the year's horrors.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 17th December 2017Frankie Boyle's New World Order returns to look back at 2017
Frankie Boyle's New World Order will return to BBC Two this December for a festive special which will "attempt to make mincemeat of the last 12 months."
British Comedy Guide, 5th December 2017Frankie Boyle on Britain's Brexit team
Is this the night of the living dead? No, it's Britain's Brexit team.
Frankie Boyle, The Observer, 29th October 2017Frankie Boyle releases new stand-up show as free audio download
Frankie Boyle has released Prometheus Vol 1, his new stand-up show, as a free audio download via his website.
British Comedy Guide, 11th September 2017Edinburgh festival 2017: the shows we recommend
Plan your viewing with our list of top shows, ordered by start time. This page will be updated throughout the festival.
Lyn Gardner and Brian Logan, The Guardian, 9th August 2017Our guide to the best stand-up shows
Some recommendations.
Rebecca Monks, Edinburgh Evening News, 5th August 2017Fringe 2017: the 20 best comedy shows to see
The best from the comedy section.
Alice Jones, i Newspaper, 4th August 2017Scottish Comedy Awards 2017 winners announced
Still Game, Frankie Boyle and 3 year-old girl Isla Nelson are amongst the winners of the 2017 Scottish Comedy Awards.
British Comedy Guide, 2nd August 2017Edinburgh 10x10: 4. A nation divided
Ten comics from across the political spectrum.
Chortle, 20th July 2017