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Frank Skinner on Demand With...

Comedy · 2015

Last aired: S1 E52, Olly Murs · 2016-11-04

Frank and his celebrity guest are your guides to the wealth of great TV available on iPlayer as they take their pick from what's on offer.

Cast

Season 1

E1 Lee Mack 2015-11-13 · 17 min What does Lee love to watch when he's Not Going Out? Frank gets comfy on his bed to find out, as they swap iPlayer picks from horror to a kids' favourite.
E2 Zoe Ball 2015-11-20 · 18 min Frank catches up with Zoe Ball in the It Takes Two green room to discuss their favourite shows on iPlayer. Queens of the silver screen, shapeshifting aliens and some oddball treasure hunters have all grabbed Zoe and Frank's attention this week.
E3 Josh Widdicombe 2015-11-27 · 21 min Frank catches up with Josh Widdicombe before he goes on stage. His BBC iPlayer choices include mock Prog Rock, a cutting edge doc and Man Utd footballers taking stock.
E4 Greg James 2015-12-04 · 23 min BBC iPlayer can be watched almost anywhere, and who better for Frank to talk to about this than BBC Radio 1's Greg James, whose choices include peculiar ghosts, pirate games and a comical concert.
E5 Katherine Ryan 2015-12-11 · 23 min Comedian Katherine Ryan reveals her BBC iPlayer pleasures to Frank Skinner. The pair discuss their quirky sides whilst chatting about Katherine's diverse choices, which include travel, comedy and the 'f-word'.
E6 Nadiya Hussain 2015-12-18 · 23 min It won't come as a surprise that Great British Bake Off champion Nadiya Hussain loves watching a food programme - but which one? Discover which medical and musical treats are also on her menu, as she chats with Frank about what's been pleasing them on iPlayer this week.
E7 Russell Howard 2015-12-25 · 21 min Frank Skinner pops round to Russell Howard's house to chew through Russell's iPlayer picks and chat about their own Christmas TV traditions. Russell's diverse choices include a daytime favourite, a comedy delight and wintry animals, while Frank recommends an arty documentary.
E8 Adrian Chiles 2016-01-01 · 25 min Adrian Chiles joins his good mate Frank Skinner to pick some of his favourite programmes available on BBC iPlayer. As well as discussing his resolutions for 2016, Adrian introduces Frank to his choices; a documentary on the growth of London, an insight into the life of a British literary legend, and a drama about an inner-city kid surviving in a rough, tough world.
E9 Katy Brand 2016-01-08 · 20 min Frank meets writer and comedian Katy Brand as they discuss what's been entertaining them on iPlayer recently. Katy's favourites feature the life of a broadcasting legend, the secrets of space, and a look at the artistic process.
E10 Romesh Ranganathan 2016-01-15 · 20 min Frank is joined by the comic Romesh Ranganathan. The pair chat about their iPlayer picks of the week ahead of Romesh's upcoming nationwide tour 'Irrational'. Romesh's choices range from the perils of wedding planning and product pitching, to the darkest depths of the ocean.
E11 Doc Brown 2016-01-22 · 20 min Frank riffs with influential rapper, writer, comedian and actor Doc Brown at home in his ‘creative hub'. Doc and Frank reminisce about over-competitive childhood games, kick around the issue of young footballers' attitudes to women, and get stuck into the Frank Sinatra story.
E12 Maddy Hill 2016-01-29 · 20 min Frank meets EastEnders actor and Great Sport Relief Bake Off hopeful, Maddy Hill, to marvel at the con artists of the animal world, sample some spoken word poetry, confront the issue of loneliness and contemplate the career of Craig David.
E13 Jay McGuiness 2016-02-05 · 20 min Frank Skinner chats to the Wanted singer and Strictly winner, Jay McGuiness, about his iPlayer picks of the week. Jay's favourites feature a fascinating look at pop fandom, a prime-time drama, and a trip into the deserts and mountains of the American West.
E14 Ross Noble 2016-02-12 · 20 min Frank catches up with comedian Ross Noble, who shares his passion for fast bikes and town planning, before Frank treats Ross to a never-seen-before gem from his own personal archive.
E15 Reggie Yates 2016-02-19 · 20 min Reggie Yates and Frank Skinner showcase the best of the new-look BBC Three online. They enjoy daring new comedy from Dane Baptiste, chuckle at People Just Do Nothing, and talk frankly about the issues of crime, punishment and execution.
E16 Tom Kerridge 2016-02-26 · 20 min Superchef Tom Kerridge tickles Frank's TV tastebuds with a journey through the cuisine of Shanghai, before sampling the wonders and woes of modern Greece, and ruminating over rock & roll and riots with The Story of Guns N' Roses.
E17 Sally Lindsay 2016-03-04 · 20 min Frank chats to Corrie, Ordinary Lies and Still Open All Hours actress, Sally Lindsay. She gets Frank hooked on gritty crime drama Happy Valley, they lock horns over a documentary about the Shah Of Iran, and share their love of George Formby's saucy songs.
E18 John Bradley 2016-03-11 · 20 min John Bradley (Game of Thrones, Shameless) joins Frank to talk about their shared love of tribute bands. They take a walk on the wild side in the seedy Soho of yesteryear, and Frank quizzes John on his Mastermind specialist subject.
E19 Charlie Sloth 2016-03-18 · 20 min Frank hangs out with Charlie Sloth on his Rap Up set as they riff about rugby, Rhod Gilbert and retro sitcoms, while Frank tries to perfect his fist bump.
E20 Al Murray 2016-03-25 · 21 min Frank Skinner and Al Murray discover that they don't share the same love for extreme challenges and they also take a look at post-war London through the eyes of American journalist Ed Murrow.
E21 Dermot O'Leary 2016-04-01 · 20 min This week Frank chats to Dermot O'Leary, who goes loopy for snooker drama The Rack Pack. They also delve into Guy Garvey's Music Box, and enjoy a dramatic and modern new take on the events of WW1.
E22 Sian Gibson 2016-04-08 · 20 min Car Share's Sian Gibson reveals to Frank her fascination with all things mystical and clairvoyant. They also discuss the issue of homelessness, and Sian causes Frank to fall head over heels in love with the Carpenters.
E23 Michael Ball 2016-04-15 · 24 min Michael Ball takes Frank on a trip down showbiz memory lane. He shares his fascination with the Bronte sisters, and reveals that he's a big Matt Berry fan.
E24 Tyger Drew-Honey 2016-04-22 · 24 min Outnumbered actor Tyger Drew-Honey invites Frank into his home. They share Tyger's fascination with Tim Peake and space travel, discuss the powerful drama Murdered By My Father, and enjoy inventive new sitcom Flat TV.
E25 Frankie Boyle 2016-04-29 · 30 min Frank joins Frankie Boyle in Glasgow to discuss the footballing institution Match Of The Day, Professor Green, and the motivation behind writing a good joke. Also, they candidly reveal their personal experiences with addiction.
E26 Katherine Parkinson 2016-05-06 · 21 min Frank catches up with star of The IT Crowd and In the Club, Katherine Parkinson. They both fall in love with boxer Anthony Joshua, we find out what a mondegreen is, and Katherine fesses up to an embarrassing art gallery faux pas.
E27 Alex Jones 2016-05-13 · 28 min Frank and Alex Jones are gripped by mystery drama 'Thirteen', moved by the plight of migrant children, and charmed by the quirks of British country folk.
E28 Marcus Brigstocke 2016-05-20 · 25 min Marcus Brigstocke meets Frank and shares his passion for Prince and caravanning. They are blown away by a riches-to-rags story with a difference, and we find out what a SuperBrig is.
E29 Chris Packham 2016-05-27 · 25 min Frank and Chris Packham are enthralled by the life of the humble oak tree, fall in love with Goldie the art critic, and discuss Britain's growing mental health crisis.
E30 Miles Jupp 2016-06-03 · 25 min Frank catches up with comedian and Rev actor Miles Jupp to delve into the shady world of espionage, sample new sitcom Mum, and find out why US presidential candidates are like Tweenies.
E31 Lucy Worsley 2016-06-10 · 25 min Frank Skinner and historian Lucy Worsley talk ‘filth and finery' with steamy new drama Versailles, delve into the world of Dan ‘The Shank' Cruickshank and Frank finally has his ‘ooh matron' moment!
E32 Chris Ramsey 2016-06-17 · 25 min Frank and Chris Ramsey go on an epic journey with some disorderly zebras, Frank reveals what not to say when being interviewed by Parkinson, and it's time for a bedtime story that's truly out of this world.
E33 David Baddiel 2016-06-24 · 25 min Frank Skinner and David Baddiel are reunited on the sofa to chat about penis extensions, how Muhammad Ali inspired Frank's comedy career, and how they've both managed to accidentally offend the same music megastar.
E34 Janet Street-Porter 2016-07-01 · 25 min Hyper-critical Janet Street-Porter introduces Frank to an extraordinary old friend of hers, and to the rise of Black Power in America, then we find out why she won't be going round to Frank's house any time soon.
E35 Professor Green 2016-07-08 · 25 min Frank Skinner and rapper Professor Green attempt to bridge the generation gap talking whelks and The Fall, marvel at Mark Wright's acting in Murder In Successville, and Professor Green's music taste makes Frank fall off his chair.
E36 Diane Morgan 2016-07-15 · 25 min Diane Morgan (aka Philomena Cunk) introduces Frank Skinner, quite simply, to the best programme he's ever seen.
E37 Reginald D. Hunter 2016-07-22 · 25 min Frank and comedian Reginald D. Hunter give each other relationship advice in the bath.
E38 Nina Conti 2016-07-29 · 25 min This week Frank Skinner and comedian/ventriloquist Nina Conti are captivated by a cow whisperer and uncover a salacious sex story from the 70s.
E39 Martin Kemp 2016-08-05 · 25 min This week Frank and Martin Kemp cosy up with ‘Men Who Sleep In Trucks', and are so inspired by the 2012 Olympics Ceremony that they decide Danny Boyle should be our new overlord!
E40 Laurence Fox 2016-08-12 · 25 min Frank and actor Laurence Fox get a history lesson from Keith Richards and celebrate the work of Professor Brian Cox.
E41 Ricky Wilson 2016-08-19 · 25 min Frank Skinner and Ricky Wilson bond over the brilliance of QI, and discover why Cathy Come Home is still one of the most iconic British dramas ever made.
E42 Katie Derham 2016-08-26 · 25 min Frank Skinner and Proms presenter Katie Derham hang out in Handel's practice room discussing Brazilian oddities, dark dramas, and the art of whistling.
E43 Isy Suttie 2016-09-02 · 25 min Peep Show's Isy Suttie and Frank bond over their love of cake, marvel at marching geese and ask "will they/won't they" in a romantic comedy set in Brighton.
E44 Jon Culshaw 2016-09-09 · 25 min Frank and impressionist Jon Culshaw take a walk on Mars with some mind-blowing virtual reality. They sample a new recipe for Porridge, and enjoy the best combover in showbiz history, courtesy of a classic gameshow.
E45 Anton Du Beke 2016-09-16 · 25 min Frank and Strictly star Anton Du Beke celebrate their love for Kenneth Williams with a few choice impressions, and Anton reveals his past life as a baker.
E46 Sally Phillips 2016-09-23 · 25 min Frank and actor/comedian Sally Phillips share a brilliantly tragicomic love song from Bill Bailey, enjoy female Full Contact Medieval Fighting, and discuss ‘the world's most dangerous philosopher'.
E47 Aisling Bea 2016-09-30 · 25 min Frank and actor/comedian Aisling Bea, featuring in the new series of The Fall, discover the dirty secrets of clean eating, ponder the downfall of Fanny Cradock and wonder whatever happened to the umbrella hat.
E48 Tom Rosenthal 2016-10-07 · 25 min Frank joins comedian Tom Rosenthal to discuss hover cars and hallucinogenic cacti, while they squirm together over the brilliant comedy of awkwardness Him & Her.
E49 Alex Horne 2016-10-14 · 25 min Frank and comedian Alex Horne share a delightfully awkward Wogan Christmas special, look back at Tomorrow's World, and enjoy brilliantly filthy new sitcom Fleabag.
E50 Joe Lycett 2016-10-21 · 25 min Frank meets fellow Brummie comedian Joe Lycett. They are gripped by a true crime series, mesmerised by the mind of Francis Bacon, and find out why Frank finds a documentary on Elvis's eating habits so unpalatable.
E51 Gabby Logan 2016-10-28 · 25 min Frank and Gabby Logan enjoy Micky Flanagan's comedy short 'Foxageddon', and follow the incredible journey of a young man locked in his own body, before swapping Michael Sheen impressions.
E52 Olly Murs 2016-11-04 · 30 min In the final episode Frank meets Olly Murs, who sings the praises of a brilliant new sketch show and reveals his geeky gaming side. Frank and Olly also uncover a brutally honest 1974 interview with football legend Brian Clough.

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