Stewart Lee

Stewart Lee: A funny thing happened to comedy...

It is now big, big business. But does that mean the safe middle ground will become ever more crowded?

'Nobody banned Christmas': Lee on political correctnees

Comedian Stewart Lee tells Radio 5 live's Richard Bacon why he's prepared to defend political correctness as part of his comedy act.

Lee sights the example of 'Winterval', an initiative by Birminham City Council to combine religious celebrations which some believed was an attempt to ban Christmas.

The star of 90's cult comedy show 'Fist of Fun' claims society is in 'a better place' for following the values of political correctness.

Listen to the full interview with Richard Bacon's podcast.

Russell Kane defends Edinburgh 'Comedy God' poll

Russell Kane has defended the one-off Foster's 'Comedy God' prize after it was attacked by fellow stand-up Stewart Lee.

A dreadful debut comedy vehicle for the seasoned stand-up comic. Although there is nothing wrong with its traditional format of a few studio-bound routines intercut with sketches - it's worked for everyone from Dave Allen to Stewart Lee - here it feels painfully strained and old-fashioned.

Amos is likeable enough, but his material is woefully pedestrian I curdled with embarrassment when he dragged up as his mother, a presumably recurring character that should never have been allowed.

Comedy doesn't always have to be cutting-edge or biting, but it should never resemble a forgotten mainstream comedy flop from 1983.

Stewart Lee: on touring

What happens when a stand-up comedian runs into hostility on tour? Stewart Lee reports from Premier Inn.

Video - Stewart Lee: countryside joke

Watch a clip by the comedian from his latest DVD released by Comedy Central.

Five Minutes With: Stewart Lee

Comedian Stewart Lee talks to Matt Stadlen about what got him started in stand-up, how he develops his routines, what makes him laugh and why he doesn't like his audiences too big or too small.

Stewart Lee wins Malcolm Hardee Fringe stunt prize

Comedian Stewart Lee has won the award for the best publicity stunt at the Edinburgh Fringe.

Edinburgh 'Comedy Gods' return for Stewart Lee show

The little-known act which is currently leading the public vote for the Edinburgh Fringe "Comedy God" award has made a triumphant return to the city.

Stewart Lee interview

"Comedy was supposed to be the new rock 'n' roll in the 90s."