Simon Bird (I)
- 40 years old
- English
- Actor, writer, director, producer and executive producer
Press clippings Page 5
Friday Night Dinner: the Best Episodes
As Robert Popper's utterly lovable Friday Night Dinner celebrates its 10th birthday, we celebrate the Channel 4 sitcom's very best episodes. Spoilers.
Jamie Andrew, Den Of Geek, 28th May 2021Friday Night Dinner wins at Broadcast Awards 2021
Friday Night Dinner has won in the Comedy category at the Broadcast Awards 2021. The Ranganation won a prize for Best Lockdown Programme.
British Comedy Guide, 27th May 2021Farewell Friday Night Dinner
This brilliantly odd slice of comedy gold has lit up our screens for 10 years. As its creator announces it has come to an end, we give thanks for all the belly laughs and squirrel gags.
Rachel Aroesti, The Guardian, 26th May 2021Simon Bird: Debrief review
The Inbetweeners star plays on his first TV special's lack of audience by claiming high sophistication - while deftly pricking the bubble with pretend banter.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 16th May 2021Simon Bird unveils debut stand-up special on All 4
All 4 has published Debrief, the debut stand-up special of Inbetweeners star Simon Bird.
British Comedy Guide, 14th May 2021Simon Bird: Debrief review
It's strange and unsettling watching Simon Bird perform his debut stand-up special to an empty theatre - and he probably wouldn't have it any other way.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 14th May 2021Sandylands Series 2 in production
Production has started on the second series of Sandylands. The regular cast are joined by Tracy-Ann Oberman for three new episodes.
British Comedy Guide, 26th April 2021Review: Why you should be catching up with Pls Like
Written by and starring comedian Liam Williams, BBC Three's underrated, brilliantly observed mockumentary Pls Like is now on its third series of lampooning the sort of online culture that's baffling to anyone older than Gen Z.
Sophie Davies, The Custard TV, 1st February 2021Simon Bird: "My career depends on escaping Will"
His early work defined a generation, but the briefcase-toting Rudge Park graduate is focused firmly on the future. He tells us why directing is more his bag now.
James McMahon, NME, 28th January 2021Channel 4 announces Friday Night Dinner Night
Channel 4 has announced a whole evening's programming to celebrate the 10th anniversary of its hit sitcom Friday Night Dinner.
British Comedy Guide, 14th January 2021