BCG Daily Friday 13th January 2017
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Preview - Room 101
Frank Skinner returns for a sixth series of the Orwellian comedy where guests try to get rid of their pet hates forever.
Ian Wolf, On The Box, 13th January 2017James Corden joins cast of Ocean's Eight
Fans of James Corden, who has become extremely popular across the pond, were very excited to find out that he will be starring in Ocean's Eight.
Helena Horton, The Telegraph, 13th January 2017Chewing Gum deserves our attention - review
If life were a sitcom, the scenario would happen in a corner shop just after you've accidentally scrawled pen on your forehead, as happens in the opening episode of series two of the cult hit Chewing Gum (E4).
Catherine Gee, The Telegraph, 13th January 2017Lee Mack not surprised if comics came from broken homes
Not Going Out returns for its eighth series this month, which makes the will-they-won't-they tale of a feckless man's passion for his landlady the longest-running BBC sitcom still on air.
Nick Curtis, The Telegraph, 13th January 2017Chewing Gum review
A slice of working-class urban life is shoved rudely, and gloriously, in your face.
Sam Wollaston, The Guardian, 13th January 2017Interview: Lee Mack on Not Going Out
Lee Mack confesses he's reached the age where he can usually be found beavering away in his garden shed. But you won't find him, like a lot of men approaching 50, repotting the begonias or pretending to tinker with the lawn mower. Mack's shed is where he spends hours writing the BBC1 sitcom Not Going Out, which returns on Friday for its eighth series in ten years.
Graham Wray, Radio Times, 13th January 2017Mr Swallow - Houdini, review
A cult hit from Edinburgh Fringe makes its way to London and it's split-your-sides hilarious, says Bruce Dessau.
Bruce Dessau, Evening Standard, 13th January 2017Why the Counting House is now free from ballooning fees
"My understanding," I said to Alex Petty, "is that the bar did not take as much money under the Gilded Balloon at last year's Fringe as it had at previous Fringes under the Free Festival. And the Gilded Balloon did not take as much money from the shows as they expected."
John Fleming, John Fleming's Blog, 13th January 2017Not Going Out series 8 preview
Not Going Out isn't the sort of emotive, appointment-to-view comedy that so many artistically motivated comics are making. But the rarity of being a light sitcom that's dependably funny thanks to script and character - not the dated, grating extravagance of the likes of Citizen Khan or Mrs Brown's Boys - is quite the achievement. No wonder it's future is assured. The day Not Going Out is not going out on TV is a long way off.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 13th January 2017Mrs Brown & Outnumbered among big iPlayer shows on Xmas
The most watched shows on the BBC iPlayer of Christmas were EastEnders, Mrs. Brown's Boys and Outnumbered. Last Tango in Halifax made the top 20.
Sarah Doran, Radio Times, 13th January 2017Only Fools among most watched Netflix shows on Xmas Day
Classic BBC comedy Only Fools and Horses is still one of the most popular TV shows on Christmas Day - thanks to Netflix and Gold.
Ben Dowell, Radio Times, 13th January 2017Preview - Not Going Out
I've always enjoyed Not Going Out - probably because I like Lee Mack, so the return of the series was met with trumpets and fanfare at Chez Hargreaves. But that was before I realised that the new series includes kids.
Gareth Hargreaves, On The Box, 13th January 2017Nath Valvo review
The outre comedian, who was shortlisted for the best newcomer award at Edinburgh, is an engaging host as he reflects on adolescence and family life.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 13th January 2017Omid Djalili interview
From Derek & Clive to Harry Hill, the comedian and actor reveals the things that make him laugh the most.
Rachel Aroesti, The Guardian, 13th January 2017Omid Djalili named patron of Polka Theatre
Actor and comedian Omid Djalili has been made a patron of children's theatre Polka.
Georgia Snow, The Stage, 13th January 2017Not Going Out: the family sitcom?
Whilst I didn't find much to enjoy/laugh about in these opening episodes you can never count out Not Going Out. It had faced adversity many a time and coming bouncing back and at time when BBC comedy mainly consists of Still Open All Hours, Citizen Khan and Mrs. Brown's Boys perhaps I should just shut up and enjoy it.
Luke, The Custard TV, 13th January 2017Review: Uncle, BBC3, episode 2
This is just a quick heads up to remind people to watch the third series of Uncle, which looks like it is going to build to a nice - or maybe not so nice? - romantic finale in a few weeks.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 13th January 201713 comedy gigs in 13 days using only public transport
Paul Richards will be completing the first run of his tour in 13 days. Will public transport be kind to him? Or will he be late for his own show?
Lottie Evans, Somerset Live, 13th January 2017Satire is meant to offend
What a spineless decision by Sky Arts to give in to the Michael Jackson mob.
Rupert Hawksley, The Telegraph, 13th January 2017Videos
TV & radio
All Those Women
Series 2, Episode 3An unexpected death leads all four of the family to consider what is really important, as well as giving David a chance to spend some quality time (of sorts) with Maggie, much to Hetty's disapproval.
Jail Mates
Episode 1 - The Phone CallRomance is blossoming between Jenny and Gerry, who are both opening up to each other about their past lives. Stag do's and hen parties aren't quite the fun they used to be, as international crises are narrowly avoided in Poland and wedding plans might be cancelled after a confession about a wild night out in Soho. Things are hotting up between the jail mates, but will they take their relationship to the next level?
The Dog Ate My Homework
Series 4, Episode 7Iain Stirling is joined by child team captains Luca and Amara and special guests Lauren Layfield, Matthew Crosby, Dan Wright and Marlon Davis, who battle it out in a series of rounds and challenges.
The News Quiz
Series 92, Episode 2Mark Steel, Michael Deacon, Zoe Lyons and Katy Brand accompany Miles Jupp in his weekly dissection of the news headlines.
Room 101
Series 6, Episode 1 - Catherine Tate, Rylan Clark-Neal, Nigel HaversComedian Catherine Tate, actor Nigel Havers and TV presenter Rylan Clark-Neal try to send hipster restaurants, set up-paparazzi shoots and Jeremy Corbyn into the Orwellian chamber.
Not Going Out
Series 8, Episode 1 - RomanceViewers last saw Lee and Lucy as a newlywed couple just having their first baby. Fast-forward seven years and baby Charlie now has five year-old twin siblings, Benji and Molly.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 11 (Channel 4: Series 12), Episode 1Jimmy Carr hosts a new edition of the panel game with Sean Lock and Stephen Mangan, who take on Noel Fielding and Fay Ripley. The Brett Domino Trio are in with Susie Dent, while Rachel Riley looks after the numbers and letters.
The Graham Norton Show
Series 20, Episode 13 - Ben Affleck, Sienna Miller, Emma Stone, Ryan Gosling, Gregory PorterHollywood's hottest double act Emily Stone and Ryan Gosling talk about La La Land, Ben Affleck chats about his brother Casey, Sienna Miller talks about receiving a rather backhanded compliment, and Gregory Porter performs live in the studio.