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Beyond A Joke. Copyright: Granada Productions
Beyond A Joke

Beyond A Joke (2009)

  • TV documentary
  • ITV3
  • 2009
  • 5 episodes (1 series)

Series exploring how sitcoms reflect contemporary Britain at the close of the 20th century, featuring archive news footage, interviews and clips. Features John Cleese, Paul Nicholas, Tony Benn, Carla Lane, Jonathan Harvey and more.

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Comedy Connections. Copyright: BBC TV

Comedy Connections

A series of comedy documentaries, examining one hit comedy show per episode, with cast and crew interviews providing additional background info.

Comedy Classics. Copyright: ITV Studios TV

Comedy Classics

Factual series examining the background of some of ITV's most famous and successful comedies from years gone by, narrated by Ronni Ancona.

Laughter In The House: The Story Of British Sitcom. Copyright: BBC TV

Laughter In The House: The Story Of British Sitcom

Short documentary series exploring the history of British sitcoms.

Sitcom Does.... Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Neil Morrissey, Joanna Page, Ricky Tomlinson. Copyright: North One Television TV

Sitcom Does...

Factual series for GOLD looking at the themes of family, romance, friendships and Christmas as portrayed within situation comedy.

What's Funny About.... Image shows from L to R: Jon Plowman, Peter Fincham Radio

What's Funny About...

Peter Fincham and Jon Plowman talk to the people behind Britain's biggest comedies.

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