Three-part series for Channel 5

Bradley Walsh is to host Legends Of Comedy, a new three-part series for Channel 5. 

Covering sitcoms, stand-ups and double acts, in each 90-minute episode the presenter sets out his all-time comedy legends and puts forwrd his own theory as to why they are the best.

And over the series he interviews comedians and comedy actors including Alexander Armstrong, Omid Djalili, Jo Brand, Stephen K Amos, Su Pollard, Alison Steadman and Les Dennis.

The broadcaster says that ‘Walsh’s insider take on his comedy legends’ will cover the likes of Tommy Cooper, Lee Mack, Victoria Wood, Bob Monkhouse, Little and Large, Morecambe & Wise, Hi-Di-Hi, Dad’s Army, Blackadder and Absolutely Fabulous. 

Walsh said: 'Having spent the last 40 years of my life working in comedy, it’s been wonderful speaking to some of my favourite people about our favourite comedians who have inspired us throughout our careers. We have a wealth of comedy talent in the UK and it’s a joy to celebrate them all.’

And Guy Davies, who commissioned the series for Channel 5, added: ‘Who better to run through his personal comedy greats than Bradley. Our audience loves Bradley, and we’re honoured to have him on the channel for this big series. With great clips and interviews his run-down of the comedy greats will be the ultimate laughter-fest as the nights draw in.’

Bradley Wash: Legends of Comedy  – which is still a working title – is due to air on Channel 5 in the coming months. 

Produced by: Honey Bee
Directed by: Christian Watt
Executive producers: Ed Taylor, Bradley Walsh, Les Keen and Ros Edwards.
Commissioned by: Guy Davies,  commissioning editor, non-scripted UK originals, Channel 5 & Paramount+

Published: 2 Nov 2023