Last One Laughing UK

I wasn't sure if I would like the concept, which has multiple versions from pretty much every country around the world, of comedians sat in a room, trying not to laugh. However, when those comedians are amongst the funniest people in the country right now, how could it not be great? Lou Sanders and Joe Wilkinson are, as always, highlights, but even though a couple of the guys aren't exactly my favourites, I wouldn't say there was any weak link. If you're a fan of some of these comedians then I'm sure you'll love the show, if you've never heard of most of them then then you probably won't. But that's kind of obvious, right?

Very funny show. Great format. The set looks incredible. Jimmy Carr is a fantastic host. He's got it all. He's at the top of his game. I respect him big time.

Other comedians are class too. Roisin Conaty is a great co host. She's engaging and warm and every time I laugh both her and Jimmy are cut to, and I see them laughing along with me and it feels good.

It's got some great quirks about it. The challenges are hilarious, the joker cards are a nice touch. It's amazing that it's not scripted because they are all so funny and they all seem genuine and to like each other and they all make each other laugh.

They all make me laugh too. It's rare for me, but I don't hate any of these contestants. I'm not really in to panel shows or that whole format, so I thought I would hate this but it's got a charm and uniqueness all of its own and I'm loving it.

It's the perfect antidote to those panel shows which I never liked that much. Because this is all freestyle and off the cuff it's interesting and all the more entertaining.

All in all very heartening to have such a great UK comedy show come to prime video. I can see this one lasting for a long time and I hope it's picked up in other countries.

5th time I've tried to review after I wrote a long and intricate review, but I've given up.

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10 comedians. One rule. Do not laugh. Jimmy Carr has assembled ten of the UK's funniest people in one room and set them the challenge of making each other laugh, without laughing themselves. Over the course of the series, they will try any means necessary to try and break their opponents...but can they do it all with a straight face?

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I thought it was a weird setup for a program, so I was a bit skeptical at first-only clicked play because so many comedians I like were in the lineup.

Sure, I get that this isn't for everyone. It's not the usual overproduced, slapstick-style comedy that some seem to prefer. Instead, it's just a bunch of interesting people with great chemistry (and I'm sure they're good friends in real life) simply having fun. And that's exactly what makes it so enjoyable to watch.

If you enjoy shows such as 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown, Would I Lie to You?, or even QI, you'll definitely enjoy this one.

If only the great Sean Lock was still with us-he would have been perfect for this.

I was skeptical about the premise of this, as improvisation comedy, on the face of it, is incredibly hard to do without being over the top. However, those familiar with 'Would I lie to you?' and 'IT Crowd' (and other British TV staples) would immediately know that these are some very talented comedians.

The whole show falls on whether these comedians have the ability to just be funny people in just everyday casual conversations, and they succeed with flying colours.

Moreover, the fact that the tension becomes more palpable every hour closer to the 6 hour time limit means that stakes naturally become higher and you see a lot of clever and amusing returns/quips; it is brilliant to see how comedians can receive a statement/joke and then immediately return it in such a inconceivably witty way.

Next season simply must have Lee Mack, David Mitchell and Rob Brydon. Also, Sean Lock (God bless his soul) would have been absolutely sensational at this.

Highly recommended.