Comic's Choice

Comic's Choice (2011)

EndedTalk Show showComedy

In the week leading up to The British Comedy Awards some of the UK's favourite comedians talk to Bill Bailey about who they think deserves an award. Alan Davies kicks off the first show followed by Lee Mack, Jo Brand, Jessica Hynes and Sean Lock who each talk to Bill about their all-time fantasy nominations; from past comedic greats to present day comedy icons, in some of the categories from The British Comedy Awards. So who are their all-time heroes, what are their favourite shows, and which comedians inspired them so much that they wish they could hand them an award...

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ScheduleMonday - Sunday (daily) at 22:00 (65 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E05Sean LockJan 20, 2011
S01E04Jessica HynesJan 19, 2011
S01E03Jo BrandJan 18, 2011
S01E02Lee MackJan 17, 2011
S01E01Alan DaviesJan 16, 2011
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Comic's Choice' premiere?

'Comic's Choice' premiered on August 31, 2011.

Who was the host for the first season of 'Comic's Choice'?

The first season of 'Comic's Choice' was hosted by Tumi Morake.

Which famous comedian won the award for 'Comedian of the Year' in the first season?

South African comedian Trevor Noah won the award for 'Comedian of the Year' in the first season of 'Comic's Choice'.

How were the award categories decided for each season of 'Comic's Choice'?

The award categories for each season of 'Comic's Choice' were decided by experts and industry professionals.

In which city was the first season of 'Comic's Choice' filmed?

The first season of 'Comic's Choice' was filmed in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Who won the award for 'Newcomer of the Year' in the first season of 'Comic's Choice'?

South African comedian Schalk Bezuidenhout won the award for 'Newcomer of the Year' in the first season of 'Comic's Choice'.

How many categories were there in the first season of 'Comic's Choice'?

There were 10 categories in the first season of 'Comic's Choice'.

Who won the award for 'Non-English Comic of the Year' in the first season of 'Comic's Choice'?

South African comedian David Kau won the award for 'Non-English Comic of the Year' in the first season of 'Comic's Choice'.

Which comedian won the award for 'Audience Choice' in the first season of 'Comic's Choice'?

Comedian Loyiso Gola won the award for 'Audience Choice' in the first season of 'Comic's Choice'.

Who were some of the nominees for 'Comedian of the Year' in the first season of 'Comic's Choice'?

Some of the nominees for 'Comedian of the Year' in the first season of 'Comic's Choice' were Trevor Noah, Loyiso Gola, and Riaad Moosa.

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