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Talking Comedy (2015–2016) — comedy on BBC Two
About Talking Comedy
Talking Comedy ended on December 7, 2016, on BBC Two.
It was a television series that aired from April 3, 2015, to December 7, 2016, and focused on a look back through the BBC archive at the appearances of popular comedians on a selection of well-loved talk shows. The series showcased the moments of humor and conversation that occur when comedians are featured on these classic programs, highlighting the interaction between comedy and talk show formats.
The show was a documentary-style program with a nostalgic theme, emphasizing the history of comedy on television. It featured archival footage and commentary, providing viewers with a retrospective of notable comedian appearances over the years. The series had a single season consisting of 10 episodes, each approximately 30 minutes long. Angela Thorne served as the narrator, guiding viewers through the clips and stories presented in each episode.
Talking Comedy episode schedule
10 aired
Aired · 10
| Date | Ep. | Title |
|---|---|---|
| December 7, 2016 | S1·E10 | Rowan Atkinson |
| December 6, 2016 | S1·E9 | Pete and Dud |
| November 25, 2016 | S1·E8 | Ken Dodd |
| November 24, 2016 | S1·E7 | Frankie Howerd |
| November 22, 2016 | S1·E6 | Kenneth Williams |
| August 29, 2016 | S1·E5 | Bob Monkhouse |
| April 6, 2015 | S1·E4 | The Two Ronnies |
| April 6, 2015 | S1·E3 | Les Dawson |
| April 3, 2015 | S1·E2 | Peter Sellers |
| April 3, 2015 | S1·E1 | Bob Hope |