Quirky British Comedies You Probably Haven't Watched
I love British TV shows. There are so many great shows out there that everyone knows about, but so many of my favorites seem to go unknown in the US. This is a list, of some of the best shows you may not have heard of.
- Created by an unabashed American anglophile.
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- StarsChris O'DowdDavid RawleDeirdre O'KaneMartin Moone is a young boy who relies on the help of his imaginary friend, Sean, to deal with the quandaries of life in a wacky small-town Irish family circa 1990.Technically this is Irish, but it was produced by Sky 1, so I'm going to count it.
No longer in production. The series was brought to the US by Hulu, and can also be purchased on Amazon. - CreatorSimeon GouldenStarsTom Goodman-HillDarren BoydJude WrightTim is in a custody battle with his ex-wife, when he quits his job. He applies for a job as a civil servant doing data entry, but discovers during the job interview that he has been offered a job as a trainee spy for MI5.Two of my favorite underrated, British funny men. Mathew Baynton and Darren Boyd. Ball Busted is probably my favorite episode, you have to hear Mathew Baynton's song to the girl who broke his heart - Bernie.
No longer in production, but both seasons can be found on Hulu. - CreatorRobert ThorogoodStarsElizabeth BourgineDon WarringtonDanny John-JulesCultures collide when British Detective Inspector is transferred from England to the Caribbean island of Saint Marie to head the island's police department.Can a buttoned-up, by the book, Londontown-loving, British detective enjoy life on a beautiful Caribean island; even if it was founded by the French? Not if he has anything to say about it. But he's still going to solve murders every week for your entertainment.
Still in production, but old episodes can be found on Netfilx. - CreatorChristopher GuestJim PiddockStarsChris O'DowdTom BennettNina ContiFrom Christopher Guest ('Best in Show, ' 'A Mighty Wind') comes this comedy series that follows one man's quest to track down his genealogy.Another one with Chris O'Dowd but this one really does take place in England. A short-lived series that just may be the quirkiest of the bunch.
No longer in production, and can be found on Amazon Video. - StarsDarren BoydFay RipleyPaddy McGuinnessFormer police officer Matthew starts work as a newly-qualified midwife. As expected, his first day is full of drama, sarcastic comments, and snide remarks about his gender.A police officer quits the force to become a midwife. Starring Darren Boyd and well worth the watch.
Still in production, the first season is available on Netflix. - CreatorHoward OvermanStarsStephen ManganDarren BoydLisa JacksonHolistic detective Gently relies on the universe to unravel mysteries based on the 'interconnectedness of all things'.Based on the books written by Douglas Adams (The Hitchhiker's Guide). Holistic detective, Dirk Gently solves crimes almost despite himself.
This hilarious series ran from 2010-2012 and both seasons are available on Amazon Video. - CreatorVictoria PileStarsSally BrettonOliver ChrisOlivia ColmanFunky hospital-based sketch-comedy-drama type show.Not your usual hospital comedy. Irreverent as it is quirky. The jokes come so fast that my wife and I found ourselves frequently pausing the show so we could finish laughing and not miss any of the jokes.
Both seasons are available on Hulu.