Alan Carr's Specstacular

Alan Carr's Specstacular (2011-2017)

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Alan Carr's Specstacular is a special broadcast on Channel 4 presented by Alan Carr. The show features Alan and guests all competing in sketches, games and musical performances. The show was originally broadcast on 31 December 2011 as Alan Carr's New Year Specstacular and has spawned to various other specials including two Summertime Specstaculars in 2012 and a Grand National Specstacular in 2013.

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Scheduleevery Saturday at 21:00 (125 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
2017-12-31New Year Specstacular 2017Dez. 31, 2017
2016-12-31New Year Specstacular 2016Dez. 31, 2016
2015-12-31New Year Specstacular 2015Dez. 31, 2015
2014-12-31New Year Specstacular 2014Dez. 31, 2014
2013-12-31New Year Specstacular 2013Dez. 31, 2013
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

What is the format of Alan Carr's Specstacular?

It is a comedy chat show that features celebrity interviews, stand-up comedy acts and musical performances.

Who is the host of Alan Carr's Specstacular?

The host of the show is comedian Alan Carr.

Can you name some of the celebrities that have appeared on the show?

The show has featured guests such as Lady Gaga, Adele, Rihanna, Katy Perry, and Justin Timberlake.

Was there a live audience on the show?

Yes, the show had a live studio audience.

How many episodes of the show were aired?

The show aired only one series of 6 episodes.

What was the duration of each episode?

Each episode ran for approximately 60 minutes.

Where was the show recorded?

The show was recorded in London, UK.

Who produced Alan Carr's Specstacular?

The show was produced by Open Mike Productions.

Did Alan Carr perform stand-up comedy on the show?

Yes, Alan Carr often performed a short stand-up set at the beginning of each show.

Was there a house band or musical guests on the show?

Yes, each episode featured a different musical guest or house band.

Did Alan Carr's Specstacular win any awards?

The show was not nominated for or won any major awards.

Did the show have any recurring segments?

Yes, the show had a recurring segment called "Pants on Fire", where guests were asked to tell a true or false story and the audience had to guess which it was.

Was the show received well by critics?

The show received mixed to positive reviews from critics.

Was the show cancelled after the first season?

The show was not renewed for a second season.

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