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Last Week Tonight with John Oliver
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Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (2014)

8.8
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Last Week Tonight with John Oliver is a satirical late-night talk show hosted by John Oliver. The show covers current events, global politics, and social issues with a comedic and satirical twist. Each episode features in-depth segments, interviews, and comedic sketches that provide a unique perspective on the news.

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Nytt på nytt
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Nytt på nytt (1999)

7.7

Nytt på nytt is a Norwegian comedy TV show that combines satire, politics, and jokes to provide humorous commentary on current events. It features games, newspaper headlines, and non-fiction segments, making it a unique blend of political humor and news satire.

Best Week Ever
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Best Week Ever (2004)

7.5
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Best Week Ever (2004) is a hilarious talk show filled with witty monologues, satirical sketches, and insightful commentary on current affairs and pop culture. The show features stand-up comedians, musicians, and various celebrity guests who offer their unique perspectives on the week's events. With its funny and irreverent approach, Best Week Ever (2004) is a must-watch for anyone who enjoys comedic takes on TV shows, music, movies, and more.

This Hour Has 22 Minutes
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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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The Russell Howard Hour
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The Russell Howard Hour (2017)

7.9

The Russell Howard Hour is a comedic talk show hosted by Russell Howard. Each episode features Howard providing his unique and humorous take on current events, political issues, and everyday life. With a blend of stand-up comedy, interviews, and sketches, the show offers a lighthearted and satirical perspective on the news and world events.

Black Mirror
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Black Mirror (2011)

8.7
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Black Mirror is a TV show that delves into the dark side of technology and its effects on society. It presents a series of standalone episodes, each telling a unique and thought-provoking story set in a near-future or alternative reality. Themes of privacy, dystopia, connection, dehumanization, and unintended consequences are explored through a mix of drama, satire, and psychological thriller elements.

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The Jim Jefferies Show
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The Jim Jefferies Show (2019)

7.5
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The Jim Jefferies Show is a satirical take on current affairs and news events. Comedian Jim Jefferies presents a unique perspective on political and social issues through interviews, sketches, and stand-up comedy.

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The Cheap Seats
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The Cheap Seats (2021)

7.1

Major news stories, not-so-major news stories, stories involving cats, entertainment, sport and viral videos, it’s a Reader's Digest of world events for a generation who simply don’t want to read.

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Frankie Boyle's New World Order
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Frankie Boyle's New World Order (2022)

7.4

Frankie Boyle's New World Order is a satirical comedy TV show hosted by Scottish comedian Frankie Boyle. The show combines stand-up comedy, panel discussions, and sketches to satirize current affairs and politics. With its dark and irreverent humor, Frankie Boyle's New World Order offers a unique and often controversial perspective on the world we live in.

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Shaun Micallef's Mad as Hell
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Shaun Micallef's Mad as Hell (2022)

8.3

Shaun Micallef's Mad as Hell is a satirical news comedy show that provides a humorous take on Australian politics and society. Shaun Micallef, a renowned Australian comedian, serves as the host of the show, which combines political satire and social commentary in an entertaining and thought-provoking manner.

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The Showbiz Show with David Spade
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The Showbiz Show with David Spade (2005)

7.3

The Showbiz Show with David Spade was a weekly television program on Comedy Central that starred comedian David Spade. It is a comedic parody of celebrity news programs such as Entertainment Tonight and Access Hollywood. The show was developed from David Spade's Hollywood Minute segment on Saturday Night Live.

The Frost Report
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The Frost Report (1967)

7.8

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.

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.

The Opposition with Jordan Klepper
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The Opposition with Jordan Klepper (2018)

6.5
TV_14

The Opposition with Jordan Klepper is a satirical news talk-show that parodies alternative media and conspiracy theories. Klepper uses reenactment, comedy, and political satire to expose the absurdity of these narratives.

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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.

The Late Edition
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The Late Edition (2005)

7.8

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.

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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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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Discover a collection of movies and TV series that are known for their clever and witty take on the world of news satire. From satirical news programs to humorous political commentary, these titles will keep you entertained while offering a unique perspective on current events and media. Watch as fictional news anchors and comedians navigate the realms of journalism, blending real news with comical twists. Stay informed and amused with our selection of 'News satire' themed content.

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