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Comedy Lab
1998·Show
Comedy Lab fingerprint
Funny, emotionally cool.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Spectacle3
- Adrenaline2
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Hopefulness6
- Nostalgia4
- Wholesome3
Humor
Plenty of satire and situational comedy
- Satire & Parody8
- Situational Comedy7
- Wit & Wordplay7
World
Everyday modern life
- Novelty8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Dialogue Quality7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Visual Stylization6
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension2Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy1Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of satire and situational comedy
Expect plenty of satire and situational comedy.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody8Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy7Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor7Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumEveryday modern life
Its world is built around everyday modern life.
All world traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Showbiz6Entertainment industry and performance.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Pop Culture5References and cultural commentary.
- Surrealism5Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue4Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Meta Narrative4Stories about storytelling.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference6Allusions to other works.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
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About
Comedy Lab is a British television series which showcases pilots of experimental comedy shows. Series have been aired irregularly on Channel 4 and E4 since 1998.
Several pilots first shown on Comedy Lab have gone on to spawn full series, most notably Trigger Happy TV, Fonejacker, That Peter Kay Thing, Meet the Magoons and FM. It also gave Jimmy Carr his first television appearance in Jimmy Carr's World of…Corporate Videos.
The 2001 series features the episodes Knife and Wife, Orcadia, Daydream Believers: Brand New Beamer and Jimmy Carr's World of…Corporate Videos featuring Jimmy Carr.
The 2008 series features the episodes Headwreckers, Mr and Mrs Fandango, Olivia Lee's Naughty Bits, Karl Pilkington: Satisfied Fool, Pappy's Fun Club, School of Comedy and Slaterwood.
2010's shows are iCandy, Happy Finish, Penelope Princess of Pets, Jack Whitehall Secret Census, Filth, Moviemash and Hung Out.
The 2011 lineup includes: Anna & Katy, Totally Tom and Rick and Peter.
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Questions about Comedy Lab
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Is Comedy Lab worth watching?
63
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 5.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Comedy Lab rated?
Strong language
Content advisories: strong language.
How many seasons does Comedy Lab have?
12 seasons
It has 12 seasons with 101 episodes of about 25 minutes each.
When did Comedy Lab air?
S1S2S3S4S5S6S7S8S9S10S11S12
It ran from 1998 to 2011 and has ended.
What language is Comedy Lab in?
English
It was made in English.
In how many countries can I watch Comedy Lab?
2
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