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Arena to focus on Spitting Image 30th anniversary
Tuesday 7th January 2014
The BBC has announced it is preparing an in-depth look at satirical puppet show Spitting Image as part of its Arena documentary strand.
BBC to pilot new sitcom about monks
Sunday 5th January 2014
BBC One is to pilot a studio audience sitcom called Monks. It will star Seann Walsh, James Fleet, Mark Heap and Justin Edwards.
Mighty Boosh film planned?
Sunday 5th January 2014
Noel Fielding and Julian Barratt are reportedly working on Mighty Boosh film... although their management have claimed this is a 'no-go story'.
Only Fools And Horses to return
Saturday 4th January 2014
Britain's best-loved sitcom, Only Fools And Horses, will return with a brand new sketch for Sport Relief, it has been announced.
Last Of The Summer Wine most repeated comedy in 2013
Tuesday 31st December 2013
Last Of The Summer Wine was the most-repeated comedy show in 2013, with over 1,800 episode broadcasts. The top 10 shows are listed here.
Still Open All Hours tops 2013 festive TV ratings
Friday 27th December 2013
Still Open All Hours was seen by a peak audience of 10 million on Boxing Day, whilst Mrs Brown's Boys was the most watched show on Christmas Day.
Last Tango In Halifax gets Series 3
Tuesday 24th December 2013
A third series of hit comedy drama Last Tango In Halifax has been commissioned for BBC One, it has been confirmed today.
David Jason reveals Only Fools And Horses may return
Saturday 21st December 2013
Sir David Jason has revealed that John Sullivan's sons have written a new episode of Only Fools And Horses, based on their father's notes.
Miranda Hart lined up for new BBC comedy series
Wednesday 18th December 2013
Miranda Hart is reportedly being lined up to star in a BBC comedy series about a woman whose husband leaves her after 18 years.
Channel 4 announces Flack, Catastrophe and Sit.com pilots
Monday 16th December 2013
Channel 4 has announced three new sitcom pilots. Flack, starring Sheridan Smith; Catastrophe, starring Sharon Horgan; and Sit.com from David Baddiel.