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The Daily Show
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The Daily Show (1996)

8.3
TV_14

The Daily Show is a satirical late-night talk show that covers current events, politics, and popular culture through interviews, sketches, and commentary. It uses comedy and social commentary to explore and dissect the news of the day.

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This Hour Has 22 Minutes
Tv Show

This Hour Has 22 Minutes (1993)

6.9
TV_14

This Hour Has 22 Minutes is a weekly Canadian television comedy that airs on CBC Television. Launched in 1993 during Canada's 35th general election, the show focuses on Canadian politics, combining news parody, sketch comedy and satirical editorials. Originally featuring Cathy Jones, Rick Mercer, Greg Thomey and Mary Walsh, the series featured satirical sketches of the weekly news and Canadian political events. The show's format is a mock news program, intercut with comic sketches, parody commercials and humorous interviews of public figures. The on-location segments are frequently filmed with slanted camera angles.

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Not Necessarily the News
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Not Necessarily the News (1990)

7.5

Not Necessarily the News is a satirical news show that was aired in the 1980s and 1990s. It is known for its political satire, parody comedy, and fake news reports. The show is a spoof of real news programs and is based on a British TV series.

Not the Nine O'Clock News
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Not the Nine O'Clock News (1982)

7.9
TV_PG

Not The Nine O'Clock News is a British satirical sketch comedy show that aired from 1979 to 1982. The show featured a mix of sketches, musical numbers, and parodies that lampooned current events, politics, and pop culture. It was known for its sharp wit, social satire, and biting commentary on various issues. Not The Nine O'Clock News became an influential show in British comedy and is still regarded as a classic today.

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Cheap Seats
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Cheap Seats (2006)

8.6

Cheap Seats is a comedy TV show that features the Sklar brothers providing hilarious commentary on obscure sports events. The show is known for its social satire, parody, and satire-comedy elements. It includes fake news reports, monologues, and entertaining double acts. Cheap Seats has gained a cult following due to its unique blend of comedy and pop culture references.

That Was The Week That Was
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That Was The Week That Was (1963)

8.1

That Was the Week That Was, informally TWTWTW or TW3, is a satirical television comedy programme on BBC Television in 1962 and 1963. It was devised, produced and directed by Ned Sherrin and presented by David Frost. An American version by the same name aired on NBC from 1964 to 1965, also featuring Frost. The programme is considered a significant element of the satire boom in the United Kingdom in the early 1960s. It broke ground in comedy through lampooning the establishment and political figures. Its broadcast coincided with coverage of the politically charged Profumo affair and John Profumo, the politician at the centre of the affair, became a target for derision. TW3 was first broadcast on Saturday 24 November 1962.

Red Eye w/Greg Gutfeld
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Red Eye w/Greg Gutfeld (2017)

7.1

Red Eye w/Greg Gutfeld is a satirical late-night talk show that combines comedy, satire, and political commentary. Hosted by Greg Gutfeld, the show features panel discussions, fake news reports, and social commentary on current events and politics. With a unique format and a bit of edge, Red Eye offers a fresh perspective on the news.

The Frost Report
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The Frost Report (1967)

7.6

The Frost Report was a satirical television show hosted by David Frost. It ran for 28 episodes on the BBC from 1966 to 1967. It is notable for introducing John Cleese, Ronnie Barker and Ronnie Corbett to television, and also launching the careers of other writers and performers.

The Β½ Hour News Hour
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The Β½ Hour News Hour (2007)

2.3

The Β½ Hour News Hour is a satirical news show that presents fake news reports with a comedic twist. The show uses political and news satire to entertain viewers through humorous skits and segments. Despite its short-lived run, it gained popularity for its unique approach to news coverage and its humorous take on current events. The title itself is a playful reference to the show's format, with each episode having a running time of approximately half an hour.

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Brass Eye
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Brass Eye (2001)

8.6
TV_MA

Brass Eye is a satirical news show that parodies and exaggerates the media's coverage of current affairs and controversial topics. It uses dark comedy and surrealism to critique British society and politics, often featuring interviews with celebrities and politicians. The show gained controversy for its taboo subjects and satirical approach, making it a unique and provocative piece of alternative comedy.

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System Crash
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System Crash (2001)

6.2

System Crash was a television show on YTV about a group of students in a media club telling the events of their fictional school, Lambton High, in the past week. The show was of the sketch comedy genre, with many short segments. Each episode usually had a theme, i.e. parents. Many of the recurring sketches had familiar titles such as Fly on the Wall, Sports Update, Burnbaum Helps, and Lambton Home Shopping.

The Day Today
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The Day Today (1994)

8.6

The Day Today (1994) is a hilarious and surreal TV show that parodies news reporting and current affairs. It follows the lives of fake journalists and features sketch comedy, dark humor, and political satire.

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Rutland Weekend Television
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Rutland Weekend Television (1976)

7.4

Comedy sketch series purporting to show the programming of a low key regional television service. Written by Eric Idle of 'Monty Python's Flying Circus' fame. A popular feature was the music of Neil Innes (one time member of the eccentric Bonzo Dog Dooh Dah Band), especially his Beatles parody The Rutles. They later featured in their own film: 'The Rutles (All You Need Is Cash)'.

The Late Edition
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The Late Edition (2005)

7.5

The Late Edition was a British television programme broadcast on BBC Four. It took the form of a topical chat show in the vein of The Daily Show, presented by comedian Marcus Brigstocke. Each episode typically features comical news commentary from Brigstocke, satirical interviews with fictional political figures played by Steve Furst, 'Andre Vincent investigates' and two "real" interviews. In 2007, 2008 and 2009, Brigstocke performed a special version of the show at the Edinburgh Fringe called The Early Edition with Andre Vincent.

The Onion Movie
Movie

The Onion Movie(2008)

6.2
NR
80Minutes

The Onion Movie is a satirical comedy that takes aim at American culture and mass media. It showcases absurd humor, societal hypocrisy, and touches on various social problems. The movie revolves around a series of sketches, fake news reports, and commercials that satirize different aspects of modern life. With its irreverent and dark comedy, the film offers a humorous critique of the media's influence on society.

Saturday Night Live Weekend Update Thursday
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Saturday Night Live Weekend Update Thursday (2017)

7.2
TV_14

Saturday Night Live Weekend Update Thursday is a satirical TV show that presents a humorous take on current affairs and news. With sketches, parodies, and celebrity impersonations, it provides topical humor and social satire. The show features live performances with a studio audience.

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