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John Oliver
John Oliver

John Oliver

  • English
  • Actor, stand-up comedian and writer

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HBO confirms details of John Oliver's new show

American network HBO has confirmed the title and launch date for British comedian John Oliverp.o['s topical half-hour comedy series. Presenting a satirical look at the week in news, politics and current events, Last Week Tonight With John Oliver will debut Sunday, April 27.

Broadway World, 27th March 2014

Who would be in your comedy dream team?

Which comedians who work best together? Mark Thomas with Doug Stanhope? Bill Bailey and Richard Ayoade? John Oliver alongside Peter Cook?

Fred McConnell, The Guardian, 20th January 2014

John Oliver on his new HBO project

The British comedian John Oliver has opened up about his acclaimed stint on the topical US show, and said his new programme will be merely 'me, talking about stuff'.

Rebecca Nicholson, The Guardian, 10th January 2014

John Oliver leaving The Daily Show for HBO

British comedian who filled in for Jon Stewart on satirical news show this summer will host topical comedy show on cable channel.

Amanda Holpuch, The Guardian, 14th November 2013

John Oliver steps down as Daily Show host after praise

Has the British stand-in proved to viewers - and bosses - of The Daily Show that there can be life after Jon Stewart? The US critics think so, but share your views below.

The Guardian, 16th August 2013

The secret of British comedy success in the US

As John Oliver ably fills in for Jon Stewart on The Daily Show, RadioTimes.com talks to the BBC's head of comedy Shane Allen about what kind of Brit comedy is right for the US audience - and what isn't...

Ben Dowell, Radio Times, 13th June 2013

TV review: John Oliver takes over at The Daily Show

The new chap was nervous, certainly, but no less funny than his boss.

Tim Walker, The Independent, 12th June 2013

John Oliver hosts The Daily Show - triumphantly

The Briton did an excellent job on Monday night, despite a barrage of abuse from his erstwhile fellow correspondents.

Amanda Holpuch, The Guardian, 11th June 2013

John Oliver tells us why he's a fan of On The Hour

John Oliver talks about why he loves British radio comedy series On The Hour.

Todd VanDerWerff, The AV Club, 10th June 2013

Q&A: John Oliver

The British comedian will be sitting in for the multi Emmy Award-winning Jon Stewart for the next eight weeks on The Daily Show, when his first guests will include Armando Iannucci and Seth Rogen.

The Huffington Post, 10th June 2013

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