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Good British comedy (self.britishtelly)
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Looking for some good comedies. I looked at the top shows on Brit Box (streaming channel in the US), and most of them are police procedurals! I think the first comedy is Gavin & Stacy, which I haven’t seen but isn’t there something newer? My wife and I have enjoyed Coupling and Inbetweeners. Any suggestions?

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[–] oncewhen 4 points 1 day ago (1 children)

People seem to be ignoring your request for newer TV shows lol. Not sure if they're on britbox but here are my recs:

  • Stath Lets Flats: Sort of a modern The Office set in a flat rental agency. Genuinely hilarious.

  • Fleabag: You probably know this already but do try it if not. Funny, explicit, poignant.

  • This Way Up: Similar vibes to Fleabag but verging more into sadcom than right out comedy.

  • Catastrophe: About a couple who get together after a one night stand leads to pregnancy. Stars Sharon Horgan who's also in This Way Up.

  • Black Ops: Light-hearted comedy about institutional racism in the London police. Bit over the top but enjoyable.

  • We Are Lady Parts: About a group of Muslim girls who form a punk band.

  • Ghosts (UK version): Couple move into an old house that turns out to be haunted by ghosts. Warm-hearted but still funny.

  • Derry Girls: Group of teenage friends growing up in Northern Ireland during the troubles. Funny and moving.

Comedies I haven't watched but have heard good things about: Big Boys, Alma's Not Normal, Raised by Wolves, The Outlaws, This Is Going to Hurt, Motherland

[–] d00phy 1 points 11 hours ago

We actually saw the UK Ghosts before the US one started, and it’s hilarious. Also really liked Catastrophe and Fleabag. Heard of Derry Girls, but never saw it.