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On Sunday 20 July 2025, Channel 4 broadcasts Sunday Brunch!

Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Sunday Brunch” on Channel 4 promises an exciting lineup. Rachel Riley will be in the spotlight as she discusses her new reality series. Fans of Rachel can look forward to hearing about her experiences and what viewers can expect from the show.

Ashley Roberts will also join the conversation, sharing insights about her new book. This segment will give fans a glimpse into her writing journey and the themes explored in her work.

In addition to Rachel and Ashley, the episode will feature guests Ryan Sampson, Harriet Webb, Geoff Norcott, Jim Sturgess, and Nectar Woode. Each guest brings their own unique stories and perspectives, making for a lively discussion. This mix of personalities is sure to create an entertaining atmosphere.

With a blend of engaging interviews and lively conversation, this episode of “Sunday Brunch” is set to...

On Saturday 10 May 2025, BBC One broadcasts Pointless Celebrities!

Comedy Special Season 17: Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Pointless Celebrities” promises a fun twist with its special Comedy edition. This episode will air on BBC One and is sure to bring laughter and entertainment. Hosted by Alexander Armstrong and co-host Richard Osman, the show will feature four teams of well-known faces competing in a quiz that challenges them to find the answers that no one else can think of.

The lineup for this episode includes a mix of comedians and actors. Geoff Norcott, Danny John-Jules, Ninia Benjamin, Ed Byrne, Olivia Lee, Kerry Howard, Clair Buckley, and James Buckley will all be part of the competition. Each team will work together to come up with unique answers to various questions, aiming to score the lowest points possible by avoiding the most common responses.

Viewers can expect plenty of laughs as these...

Conflict of Interest, the critically acclaimed podcast returns today for its third series.

With over 140K downloads so far and previously featured as one of Spotify’s Podcast Picks of the Week, this series will once again bring together Iwm curators, conflict experts and celebrity guests, this time to journey through the new Blavatnik Art, Film and Photography galleries at Iwm London.

Released weekly from Friday 3 January, the podcast will start the new year by exploring what art, film and photography can tell us about the nature of conflict and the human condition more broadly.

Guests include comedians Rachel Parris and Geoff Norcott, actress and writer Susan Wokoma, journalist Helen Lewis, and author and podcaster Carl Miller. They will be guided by experts to explore one of six themes: The Home Front, Dreams and Nightmares, Technology and Innovation, War Dead and Wounded, Protest and Propaganda, and Destruction and Reconstruction.

In late 2023, the Blavatnik Art,...

On Saturday 28 September 2024, BBC One broadcasts The Weakest Link!

Comedians Special Season 4 Episode 1 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “The Weakest Link,” titled “Comedians Special,” promises to be an entertaining mix of laughter and quiz competition. This episode features the BAFTA award-winning comedian Romesh Ranganathan as the host. He brings his unique humor to the iconic quiz show, creating an engaging atmosphere for both contestants and fans alike.

In this special episode, eight comedians join the challenge, each bringing their own style of comedy and personality. The contestants include Angela Barnes, Phil Wang, Josh Pugh, Laura Smyth, Ria Lina, Maisie Adam, Iain Stirling, and Geoff Norcott. These talented individuals will face tough questions that test their general knowledge, all while trying to outsmart each other to avoid being the weakest link.

The stakes are high, with a chance to win up to £50,000 for their chosen charities. Each comedian will not...

Get ready for a humorous yet thought-provoking dilemma on Monday night as BBC Two presents “Is University Really Worth It?” at 9:00 Pm. Comedian and former teacher Geoff Norcott faces a tough decision that many parents grapple with – should he invest in his son’s future with a university fund or indulge himself with a shiny new car?

In this entertaining exploration, Geoff takes the audience on a hilarious journey as he weighs the pros and cons of the age-old question: Is university truly worth it? Drawing from his own experiences as a teacher and a parent, Geoff adds a comedic touch to the serious decision-making process. The show promises laughs, insights, and perhaps a few relatable moments for parents and young adults alike.

Don’t miss the chance to join Geoff Norcott in this witty and thought-provoking adventure on Monday, March 11, 2024. Tune in to BBC Two at 9:00 Pm...

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WestEnd Films has launched a global sales campaign for Guillem Morales’ (“The Miniaturist”) revenge thriller “The Duchess of Malfi,” produced by Miriam Segal’s Good Films Collective (“Postcard Killings”). Based on John Webster’s classic Jacobean play, the feature adaptation was penned by Luke Garrett (“Ruby Strangelove Young Witch”).

Casting for the period drama is led by BAFTA-nominees Morfydd Clark (“Saint Maud”) and Sam Riley (“Control”) with BIFA-nominee Dominic Cooper (“Preacher”). Equally impressive is the film’s behind-the-scenes lineup, including Academy Award-nominated DoP Pawel Edelman (“The Pianist”), BAFTA-nominated costume designer Carlo Poggioli (“Cold Mountain”), and Editor Joe Randall-Cutler (“I Hate Suzie”). Shooting will begin in November in Italy, with WestEnd set to present the film at this year’s Toronto International Film Festival virtual market.

“There are no better times than these to tell the story of ‘The Duchess of Malfi.’ Webster’s masterpiece is ready for new, young...

Exclusive: In the latest high-profile exit from UK agency Troika (now known as Ymu Drama and Comedy), the firm’s Director & Head Of Comedy Sophie Chapman has joined management outfit 42.

Respected rep Chapman spent six years at Troika and before that 12 years at Avalon. She specialises in comedy, with clients including stand-up comedians, actors, writers, improvisers, presenters and writer-performers.

Her strong list includes BAFTA-nominee Samson Kayo (Truth Seekers), Ellie Taylor (Ted Lasso), BAFTA-nominee Rachel Parris (The Mash Report), Geoff Norcott (The Mash Report), Freya Parker and Celeste Dring (Lazy Susan), Kaine Zajaz (Informer), Paul G. Raymond (Black Mirror: USS Callister) and Mark Silcox (Joe Lycett’s Got Your Back).

Josh Varney, co-founder of 42, said: “We are thrilled that Sophie has chosen to join us at 42, and brings with her a wealth of the most exciting comedy talent in the U.K. Her unique experience across talent representation and production will be a prized asset,...