As we celebrate the thirtieth anniversary of the first showing of 'Only Fools and Horses', I wondered what makes you laugh today. Is there a British show launched in the past couple of years that we will look back on with the same degree of fondness as Del Boy and the gang?
Two shows that I have discovered recently are 'Not Going Out' and 'Miranda'. Lee Mack who stars in and writes 'Not Going Out' has spoken about his desire to write an American-style comedy where the jokes come quick fire and not at the end of some elaborate set up. I certainly feel that the American shows have an edgier feel than most of the British output and I can see why Lee would want to follow their lead.
Miranda Hart has gone in another direction, finding her influence in the classic British comedy of yesteryear. In 'Miranda' she wears her comedic heart on her sleeve. She is an admirer of Morecambe & Wise, the Two Ronnies and judging by the end titles, Perry & Croft who penned Dad's Army. She's populated the series with eccentric and engaging characters, laugh out loud gags and ridiculous situations.
So folks what tickles your funny bone? I'd love to know if there's a great new comedy that I've missed.
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