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1. Brass Eye (1997–2001)
TV-MA | 25 min | Comedy
Controversial spoof of current affairs television, and the role of celebrity in the UK.
Stars: Christopher Morris, Mark Heap, Kevin Eldon, Doon Mackichan
Votes: 11,561
2. Nada x aquí (2006– )
50 min | Family
Stars: Inés la Maga, Jandro, Jorge Blass, Luis Piedrahita
Votes: 29
3. Magic (I) (2004– )
360 min | Documentary
Series which gives a definitive guide to the history of performance magic from Ancient Egypt to 21st century Las Vegas, and why it has played such an important role in our social and cultural history.
Stars: Jane Copland, Derren Brown, Paul Zenon, Franz Harary
Votes: 23
4. Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish (2013–2017)
Comedy
Dave Gorman points out things he finds strange about modern life.
Stars: Dave Gorman, The Billroth String Quartet, Annabel Port, Pat Sharp
Votes: 623
5. Phantom of the Opera: Behind the Mask (2006 TV Movie)
90 min | Documentary
The story of the creation of the world's most successful musical.
Director: Janice Sutherland | Stars: Jonathan Allen, Jeffrey Archer, Rosemary Ashe, Sally Ashfield
Votes: 11
6.
10 O'Clock Live (2011–2013)
Episode:
Episode #2.10
(2012)
Comedy, News
Directors: Gavin O'Grady, Barbara Wiltshire | Stars: Charlie Brooker, Jimmy Carr, Lauren Laverne, David Mitchell
Votes: 7
7. 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown (2012– )
TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy, Game-Show
A raunchy spoof edition of Countdown (1982) with the stars of 8 Out of 10 Cats (2005).
Stars: Jimmy Carr, Susie Dent, John Pohlhammer, Rachel Riley
Votes: 6,604
8. Ross Noble: Freewheeling (2013–2015)
45 min | Comedy
Ross noble hits the road and tours around Britain going wherever the general public tell him to via twitter, taking suggestions on what to do and where to visit, and he ends up doing all sorts of strange things.
Stars: Ross Noble, Eddie Izzard, Johnny Vegas, Bob Mortimer
Votes: 77
9. Ken Dodd: An Audience with Ken Dodd (1994 TV Special)
75 min | Documentary, Comedy
Ken Dodd OBE, presents this comedy extravaganza in which he entertains a celebrity audience. Ken tells jokes and answers questions from TV personalities including James Fox, Warren Mitchell, Hannah Gordon, Gordon Kaye and Molly Sugden.
Director: Patricia Mordecai | Stars: Ken Dodd, Pam Ayres, Frank Carson, Paul Daniels
Votes: 77
10. Behind the Mask: The Story of 'The Phantom of the Opera' (2005 Video)
67 min | Documentary
A documentary about the original "Phantom of the Opera" stage show and its creation.
Director: Jamie Crichton | Stars: Paul Hickey, Jonathan Allen, Michael Coveney, Paul Daniels
Votes: 61
11.
Dear John.... (1986–1987)
Episode:
Kate Returns
(1987)
48 min | Comedy
Christmas is a time of goodwill and cheer to all men-especially divorced, lonely men desperately seeking invitations to Christmas parties.
Director: Sue Bysh | Stars: Ralph Bates, Peter Blake, Peter Denyer, Rachel Bell
Votes: 28
12.
Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish (2013–2017)
Episode:
I Would Drink That Bathwater
(2014)
Comedy
A laptop, a remote control and a big screen.. what more do you require to discuss manners, doppelgangers, e-petitions, obscene coinage, naughty bath snaps and slow romances in Letchworth.
Director: Paul Wheeler | Stars: Dave Gorman, The Billroth String Quartet, Andy Gilmore, Steve Swallow
Votes: 20
13. Penn & Teller: Fool Us (2011– )
TV-PG | 60 min | Comedy, Game-Show, Mystery
Aspiring magicians from all over the world perform their best tricks to try and fool Penn and Teller, the world-famous magician duo. If the two can not guess how the trick was done, the "fooler" gets to be on their Las Vegas magic show.
Stars: Penn Jillette, Teller, Alyson Hannigan, Jonathan Ross
Votes: 4,183
14. The Lily Savage Show (1997)
35 min | Comedy
Lily Savage hosts her own BBC series featuring behind-the-scenes documentaries with her family, TV spoofs, special guests and musical numbers.
Stars: Paul O'Grady, Sonia, Daniel Newman, Janet Street-Porter
Votes: 48
15. A Night of Comic Relief 2 (1989 TV Special)
390 min | Comedy
20 million people across the UK helped to raise £26.9 million on the second Red Nose Day. At night, the BBC once again gave over their studio's to Lenny Henry, Griff Rhys Jones and Jonathan... See full summary »
Stars: Lenny Henry, Griff Rhys Jones, Jonathan Ross, Richard Addison
Votes: 39
16. Have I Got News for You (1990– )
29 min | Comedy, Game-Show, News
Long-running satirical news quiz featuring regular team captains Ian Hislop and Paul Merton. Originally chaired by Angus Deayton, the series has adopted "guest hosts" since 2002.
Stars: Ian Hislop, Paul Merton, Angus Deayton, Alexander Armstrong
Votes: 5,483
17. Lads Army (2002–2006)
60 min | Comedy, History, Reality-TV
Documentary series following 30 bad lads over a four-week period as they go through army basic training 1950s style.
Stars: Joe Murray, Richard Nauyokas, Dennis Waterman, Allistair Rae
Votes: 183
18. Anyone for Pennis? (1995 TV Movie)
29 min | Comedy
Celebrities Beware Dennis Pennis Is On The Lose And Getting Right In Your Face Dennis Holds Nothing Back Daring To Asks The Question No Other Interviewer Would
Stars: Paul Kaye, Keith Allen, Clive Anderson, Jeff Banks
Votes: 108
19. Don't Feed the Gondolas (1997–2001)
Comedy
Stars: Luke Flanagan, BP Fallon, Patrick McDonnell, Jonathan Philbin Bowman
Votes: 14
20. Never Mind the Buzzcocks (1996–2023)
30 min | Comedy, Game-Show, Music
Music-based comedy quiz show.
Stars: Phill Jupitus, Mark Lamarr, Noel Fielding, Bill Bailey
Votes: 6,061
21. Sooty (2011– )
11 min | Family
Richard is in charge of running Slater's Holiday Park and things are bound to go wrong when Sooty, Sweep and Soo are around!
Stars: Richard Cadell, Brenda Longman, Peter Dickson, Justin Lee Collins
Votes: 61
22. Around with Alliss (1979–1986)
30 min | Sport, Talk-Show
Stars: Peter Alliss, Michael Parkinson, Leslie Thomas, Mark McCormack
Votes: 7
23. Jam (II) (2009)
10 min | Short, Comedy, Drama
Directors: Adrian Bliss, Benjamin Robbins, Toby Stubbs | Stars: Annette Badland, Phillip Schofield, Patricia Hodge, Frank Skinner
Votes: 8
24.
Brass Eye (1997–2001)
Episode:
Animals
(1997)
TV-MA | 23 min | Comedy
A mix of surprising celebrity interviews and startling sketches. The first half of the episode delves into the world of animal fetishes, with helpful contributions from Paul Daniels and ... See full summary »
Director: Michael Cumming | Stars: Christopher Morris, Ian Gelder, Mark Heap, John Irwin
Votes: 250
25. Shooting Stars (1993–2011)
30 min | Comedy, Game-Show
Comedy panel game show hosted by anarchic surrealist comic duo Vic Reeves and Bob Mortimer.
Stars: Vic Reeves, Bob Mortimer, Ulrika Jonsson, Matt Lucas
Votes: 2,832
26. Star Turn (1976–1981)
25 min | Game-Show
Stars: Graeme Garden, Bernard Cribbins, John Craven, Noel Edmonds
Votes: 8
27. The Story of Light Entertainment (2006)
90 min | Documentary
Series on the history of light entertainment, narrated by Stephen Fry.
Stars: Stephen Fry, Barry Cryer, Clive James, Michael Grade
Votes: 31
28. Lena (1980–1982)
Comedy, Music
Music, comedy and variety from Lena Zavaroni and her guests.
Stars: Lena Zavaroni, Bryn Williams, Richard Pettyfer, John Coleman and His Orchestra
Votes: 11
29.
Little Crackers (2010– )
Episode:
Harry Hill's Little Cracker: Your Face
(2011)
Comedy, Drama
Director: Harry Hill | Stars: Harry Hill, Jude Wright, Joshua Oakes-Rogers, Sarah Gatenby-Howells
Votes: 10
30. Dear John.... (1986–1987)
30 min | Comedy
John Lacey comes home one evening to discover a letter from his wife, starting with "Dear John" and informing him that she is leaving him. Lonely and now divorced, John joins a club where lonely divorced people can meet.
Stars: Ralph Bates, Peter Blake, Peter Denyer, Rachel Bell
Votes: 555
31. Tomorrow's World (1965–2016)
30 min | Documentary
Long running BBC TV series looking at what's new in science and technology.
Stars: Judith Hann, Raymond Baxter, Michael Rodd, Peter Macann
Votes: 123
32. Shirley (1976–1979)
Music
Stars: Shirley Bassey, The Shirley Bassey Dancers, The Three Degrees, Mel Tormé
Votes: 9
33.
Heroes of Comedy (1995–2003)
Episode:
Tommy Cooper
(1995)
95 min | Documentary, Comedy
Director: Iain McLean | Stars: Tommy Cooper, Gwen Cooper, Paul Daniels, Anthony Hopkins
Votes: 7
34. Mother Goose Rock 'n' Rhyme (1990 TV Movie)
G | 96 min | Adventure, Family, Fantasy
There's a crisis in Rhymeland. All the Rhymies (the characters from nursery rhymes) are disappearing. Mother Goose's son, Gordon, and Little Bo Peep set off to find them.
Director: Jeff Stein | Stars: Harry Anderson, Brian Bonsall, Elayne Boosler, Bobby Brown
Votes: 979
35. The Podge and Rodge Show (2006– )
TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy, Talk-Show
TV talk show broadcast in Ireland, hosted by Lucy Kennedy and the puppets Podge and Rodge.
Stars: Mick O'Hara, Ciaran Morrison, Lucy Kennedy, Paddy C. Courtney
Votes: 142
36. The Paul Daniels Magic Show (1979–1994)
45 min | Family
Magician Paul Daniels performs tricks and illusions, as well as debunking scam artists in the "Bunco Booth". Also featuring on the show are magic and variety acts from all over the world.
Stars: Paul Daniels, Debbie McGee, Amanda Newman, Hans Moretti
Votes: 56
37. Jumpers for Goalposts (2001)
30 min | Comedy, Game-Show, Sport
Sports-themed comedy quiz show.
Stars: Simon Day, Paul Whitehouse, Mark Williams, Paul Daniels
Votes: 12
38. The RDA (2000– )
30 min | Talk-Show
Comic round-up of the day's news.
Stars: John Gordillo, Nick Clarke, Paul Foot, Mojca Mavec
Votes: 13
39.
Brainiac: Science Abuse (2003–2008)
Episode:
Episode #6.1
(2008)
13+ | 46 min | Documentary, Comedy
Vic Reeves and Jon Tickle find out what makes the biggest fireball. A Brainiac has his first Custard Dream and discovers he really can walk on custard. In Stuff NASA Never Tried Vic Reeves ... See full summary »
Director: Jake Cardew | Stars: Vic Reeves, Jon Tickle, Thaila Zucchi, Tom Pringle
Votes: 10
40.
Penn & Teller: Fool Us (2011– )
Episode:
Water Tanks for the Memories
(2011)
TV-PG | 46 min | Comedy, Game-Show, Mystery
Performances by: Lee Hathaway, Jack Taperell and Laura London
Stars: Penn Jillette, Teller, Jonathan Ross, Lee Hathaway
Votes: 58
41.
8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown (2012– )
Episode:
Episode #2.6: 1980s Special
(2013)
TV-MA | Comedy, Game-Show
Lee Mack and David O'Doherty face Jon Richardson and Henning Wehn on this 1980s themed special. Vic Reeves joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, Joe Wilkinson joins Rachel Riley at the Countdown board and nostalgic Jimmy Carr hosts.
Director: Simon Staffurth | Stars: Jimmy Carr, Lee Mack, Jon Richardson, Rachel Riley
Votes: 54
42. The Wheeltappers and Shunters Social Club (1974–2013)
Comedy, Music
Comedy turns and sing-a-long songs from a fictional working men's club, where ladies are welcome but smoking is mandatory, in the Northern city of Manchester.
Stars: Colin Crompton, Bernard Manning, Frank Carson, Paul Daniels
Votes: 51
43. The Mrs. Merton Show (1995–1998)
30 min | Comedy, Talk-Show
Mock talk show starring Caroline Aherne as the elderly host Mrs Dorothy Merton who interviews celebrities.
Stars: Caroline Aherne, Hooky and the Boys, The Patrick Trio, Jo Brand
Votes: 199
44. The Grand Knockout Tournament (1987 TV Special)
93 min | Comedy, Family, Game-Show
The Grand Knockout Tournament was an annual event sponsored by the British Royal Family in which costumed famous people duel against one another or play medieval era-inspired games. Features Rowan Atkinson as Blackadder.
Directors: Geoff Wilson, Martin Hughes | Stars: Stuart Hall, Duke of Abercorn, Jenny Agutter, Anthony Andrews
Votes: 114
45. 10 O'Clock Live (2011–2013)
Comedy, News
An informative and humourous take on the world of current affairs.
Stars: Charlie Brooker, Jimmy Carr, Lauren Laverne, David Mitchell
Votes: 693
46. Animal Magic (1962–1984)
30 min | Family
Children's series looking at the world of animals.
Stars: Johnny Morris, Keith Shackleton, Tony Soper, Terry Nutkins
Votes: 84
47. Light Lunch (1997–1998)
60 min | Music, Talk-Show
Stars: Mel Giedroyc, Dylan Howe, Sue Perkins, Johnny Vaughan
Votes: 73
48. On the Waterfront (1988–1989)
80 min | Comedy, Family
Saturday Morning children's variety show featuring stand up comedy, sketches, musical guests, cartoons, games and serials, including a re-dubbed 'Flashing Blade'.
Stars: Andrew O'Connor, Kate Copstick, Terry Randall, Bernie Nolan
Votes: 19
49. Carpool (2010–2011)
30 min | Talk-Show
Robert Llewellyn interviews fellow comedians in a unique studio, his car.
Stars: Robert Llewellyn, Rob Brydon, Craig Charles, Chris Addison
Votes: 46
50. Perfect Night In (2007– )
130 min | Documentary, Comedy
A different comedian or double-act talks through a selection of TV and movie clips which they hold dear.
Stars: Tom Baker, Alan Bleasdale, Simon Pegg, Matt Lucas
Votes: 20