ITVX Drops Comedy Goldmine: 5 Fresh Stand-Up Specials Plus Your Weekly British Comedy Guide

In an exciting move for comedy fans, ITVX is kicking off 2025 with a bang, delivering a stellar lineup of fresh stand-up content while the broader UK comedy landscape continues to serve up must-watch entertainment across platforms. Let’s dive into what’s making waves this week.

Breaking: ITVX’s Massive Stand-Up Special Drop

Mark your calendars for Thursday, January 16th! ITVX, in partnership with NextUp, is releasing five exclusive stand-up specials:

• Rachel Parris: “Poise” – A musical comedy extravaganza that promises to blend wit with melody
• Geoff Norcott: “Basic Bloke” – A fresh take on modern masculinity
• Marcus Brigstocke: “Absolute Shower” – Sharp social commentary for our times
• Jo Caulfield: “Here Comes Trouble” – Prepare for her signature biting wit
• Alasdair Beckett-King: “Nevermore” – A surreal journey through whimsical humor

Your Day-by-Day Comedy Guide

Sunday, January 12

• The Dry (ITV1, 10:15 PM) – The hit comedy-drama’s second series makes its terrestrial debut. Following Shiv’s journey as a recovering alcoholic, this show has already amassed millions of streaming views and secured a third series.

Monday, January 13

• Alexei Sayle’s Strangers on a Train (BBC Radio 4, 10:30 PM) – Join Alexei on his London to Blackpool journey, featuring encounters with a competitive dancer and a tram fleet manager.
• Richard Osman’s House of Games (BBC Two, 6:00 PM) – Featuring comedian Ania Magliano alongside an eclectic mix of celebrities.

Tuesday, January 14

• Dinnerladies (Gold, 8:00 PM) – Victoria Wood’s classic sitcom returns with its stellar cast including Julie Walters and Maxine Peake.

Wednesday, January 15

• Russell Howard Live at the London Palladium (Driift, 8:00 PM) – £10 gets you the main show, bonus content “Off The Cuff,” and a live interactive fan session.

Thursday, January 16

• Up the Chastity Belt (Talking Pictures TV, 9:05 PM) – Classic 1971 comedy featuring Frankie Howerd.

Friday, January 17

• Travel Man: 48 Hours in Rotterdam (Channel 4, 8:30 PM) – Joe Lucett and Alex Brooker explore the Dutch city’s quirky side.
• 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown (Channel 4, 9:00 PM) – Jimmy Carr hosts with guests Katherine Ryan, Guz Khan, Jon Richardson, and Joe Wilkinson.

Saturday, January 18

• Michael McIntyre’s Big Show (BBC One, 6:50 PM) – Season premiere featuring Alan Carr, Jamie Oliver, and Marti Pellow.

Streaming Highlights

The week’s standout streaming event is undoubtedly Russell Howard’s Palladium special. Available on-demand from 1 AM Thursday, it’s bringing an innovative approach to virtual comedy with its interactive elements and bonus content.

What Not to Miss

1. The Dry’s Terrestrial Debut – If you haven’t caught this hit series on ITVX, now’s your chance to see what the millions of viewers are talking about.
2. ITVX’s Stand-Up Thursday – Five different comedy styles in one massive drop.
3. Michael McIntyre’s Return – The weekend closer promises to be a star-studded affair.

Stay tuned for next week’s roundup of the best in British comedy! Whether you’re a fan of stand-up, panel shows, or classic sitcoms, this week’s lineup has something for everyone.

Want to make sure you don’t miss anything? Bookmark this guide for easy reference throughout the week!