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Prime Video has unveiled the cast for Last One Laughing UK, an upcoming comedy series featuring ten of Britain’s top comedic talents. Hosted by the sharp-witted Jimmy Carr, the series includes Bob Mortimer, Daisy May Cooper, Joe Lycett, Judi Love, Rob Beckett, Sara Pascoe, Lou Sanders, Joe Wilkinson, Harriet Kemsley, and Richard Ayoade. Special guest […]

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Prime Video’s ad-supported reach in the UK is 19 million viewers, Amazon has revealed for the first time.

At a UK Upfront event in London this evening attended by the likes of Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Idris Elba, the company talked up its streaming biz, saying its customer base is equivalent to more than a third of British adults.

In a bid to persuade advertisers their pounds and dollars are being well spent, Amazon said 52% of UK Prime Video viewers did not watch any paid-for TV, and that among these 36% spent more in the Amazon.co.uk store than the average spend of Amazon customers.

“Last year, we celebrated the news that we were bringing ads to Prime Video’s premium entertainment content in the UK,” said Phil Christer, Managing Director, Amazon Ads UK. “Now we are here to show you what that means in practice.

“By combining award-winning TV series and films,...

Jack Whitehall is set bring his festive cheer to Amazon Prime Video for the first time, with the streamer having announced a Christmas special fronted by the British comedian and actor.

“Jack in Time For Christmas” — produced by Workerbee (a Banijay UK company) and Whitehall’s Jackpot Productions — will launch exclusively on Prime Video worldwide in December, and will also include an eclectic array of special guests, including Michael Bublé, Dave Bautista, Rebel Wilson, Jimmy Fallon, Daisy May Cooper and Tom Davies.

The show, part scripted comedy, part unscripted traveloge, will see Whitehall (whose recent big screen credits include “Jungle Cruise” and “Clifford the Big Red Dog”) find himself stranded in the U.S. with just four days to make it back to the U.K. for Christmas. With time ticking away, he embarks on a journey involving planes, trains, huskies, and bobsleighs. As per the description, “a stockingful of...

Prepare for a night of laughs and surprises with “Battle in the Box,” airing at 9:00 Pm on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, on Dave. In this hilarious episode of the game show, comedian Jimmy Carr challenges celebrities Joe Swash, Seann Walsh, Harriet Kemsley, and Lara Ricote to face off in a unique and daring competition.

The premise is simple yet thrilling: the contestants find themselves locked inside a box where they must navigate a series of comedic challenges. As the pressure mounts and the walls begin to close in—both literally and figuratively—the contestants must rely on their wit, humor, and quick thinking to outsmart their opponents and avoid elimination.

Host Jimmy Carr injects his signature humor into the proceedings, keeping the atmosphere light-hearted and entertaining throughout. Expect plenty of witty banter, unexpected twists, and uproarious moments as the celebrities vie for victory inside the confines of the box.

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Get ready for an entertaining night with the premiere of “Battle in the Box” on Dave, airing Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at 9:00 Pm. Hosted by the witty Jimmy Carr, this unique show challenges celebrities to endure a day and a night confined inside a box, testing their endurance and camaraderie.

In the debut episode, viewers will witness Joe Swash teaming up with Seann Walsh to face off against Harriet Kemsley and Lara Ricote. Locked in a box, these celebrity pairs must navigate challenges and surprises while being watched around the clock. Expect hilarious moments, unexpected twists, and plenty of banter as they compete to outlast each other and emerge victorious.

“Battle in the Box” promises an evening of laughter and suspense as the celebrities strategize, bond, and entertain viewers with their antics inside the confined space. Whether you’re a fan of comedy, reality TV, or simply curious to see how these personalities cope under pressure,...

Get ready for a night of laughter and wordplay as “8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown” kicks off its 25th season with Episode 1, airing at 9:00 Pm on January 12, 2024, on Channel 4. Hosted by the irrepressible Jimmy Carr, this special edition features “Countdown” regulars Susie Dent and Rachel Riley alongside a star-studded lineup of comedians.

In this episode, the teams go head-to-head as Jon Richardson and Harriet Kemsley take on Lee Mack and Munya Chawawa in a battle of wits and words. Adding to the hilarity, the witty David O’Doherty joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, bringing his unique brand of humor to the mix.

Whether you’re a fan of word games, comedy, or both, this episode of “8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown” promises an evening of entertainment and banter. Tune in at 9:00 Pm on Channel 4 for a delightful start to the 25th season, as...

Board

Michael Lynton, chair of Warner Music Group Corp. and Josh Berger, the former president and MD of Warner Bros. U.K., Ireland and Spain, are joining the board of Secret Cinema with immediate effect.

Secret Cinema is a London-based company specialized in creating immersive experiences based on iconic film and television properties at secret locations, where audiences participate dressed as cast members.

Lynton has served as chair of the board of Warner Music Group Corp. since 2019 and chairman of Snap Inc since 2017 and was previously at Sony.

Berger stood down from his Warner Bros. role after 30 years with the studio. during which he led the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts franchises. He spent ten years as a governor and the last five years as chair at the British Film Institute.

Secret Cinema CEO Max Alexander said: “Michael and Josh are two of the most respected people in the entertainment industry and their energy,...

Comedy Central is celebrating International Women’s Day with the launch of all-female sketch comedy series Flaps.

The company’s international division has partnered with Viacom Digital Studios International to launch the digital short-form series.

The nine-part series features a lineup of female comedians, including Maddie Rice, who starred in the theatrical version of Fleabag, Beth Rylance (Plebs), Bronwyn James (Harlots), Danielle Vitalis (Attack The Block) and Elinor Lawless (The End of Hope). Each sketch is written by different female writers, including Harriet Kemsley, Sarah Morgan, Gemma Arrowsmith, Kat Butterfield and Cassie Atkinson.

Topics covered include when to fly the flag for feminism, joining a bride tribe, running late for work, social detoxing and dealing with a hangover from hell. Flaps was produced by Viacom Digital Studios International, and was produced and directed by Lucy Forbes (In My Skin).

The series is premiering across Comedy Central International’s Facebook and...

Viacom is ramping up its slate of digital originals with three new series from Comedy Central International.

The digital studio is launching female focused series Bad Cramps and Laughing at Salad and scripted series Waiting.

Bad Cramps comes from the mind of Georgie Fuller and Danni Jackson, stars of Comedy Central’s digital short Bad Snappers. The duo are back with a sexy, raucous and completely inappropriate take on everything from one-night stands to heavy periods. The series, which consists of six, five-minute episodes, launch today on Comedy Central UK’s YouTube and Facebook pages, with more regional releases in the coming weeks.

Laughing at Salad, which will launch in January, is a nine-part sketch series that features an all-female line up, including Maddie Rice, Beth Rylance, Bronwyn James, Danielle Vitalis and Elinor Lawless. Each sketch is written by different female writers, including Harriet Kemsley, Sarah Morgan, Gemma Arrowsmith, Kat Butterfield...