Live at the Apollo - Episode Guide

Jack Dee performs live at the Apollo in Hammersmith, joined by Joan Rivers and an audience packed with celebrities.

Jack Dee performs live at the Apollo in Hammersmith, joined by Ardal O'Hanlon and a celebrity-packed audience.

Jack Dee performs live at the Apollo in Hammersmith, joined by Jo Brand and a celebrity-packed audience.

Jack Dee performs live at the Apollo in Hammersmith, joined by Ross Noble and a celebrity-packed audience.

Jack Dee performs live at the Apollo in Hammersmith, joined by Omid Djalili and a celebrity-packed audience.

Jack Dee performs a full set live at the Apollo in Hammersmith, to an audience packed with celebrities.

Jack Dee presents a comedy series from the Apollo theatre in London, with performances from some of his favourite comedy stars. Joining Jack is stand-up comedian Lee Mack.

Jack Dee presents a series from the Apollo theatre in London and is joined by Irish comic Dara Ó Briain, whose set includes advice on how to put know-all doctors in their place.

Jack Dee presents a series from the Apollo theatre in London, with performances from some of his favourite comedy stars. Jack takes to the stage and lays into nursery schools, homework for kids, dentists, Antiques Roadshow and safari ballooning.

Jack Dee presents a series from the Apollo theatre in London, with performances from some of his favourite comedy stars. Jack's guest is Wales's most famous divorcee, Keith Barret.

Jack Dee presents a series of stand-up comedy from the Apollo theatre in London. Marcus Brigstocke riffs on Pacman, while Rich Hall explains how Bill Gates defies gravity.

Jack Dee presents a series from the Apollo theatre in London, with performances from some of his favourite comedy stars. Joining Jack on stage is Julian Clary.

Another series of cutting-edge stand-up. Jack Dee and guests Jason Manford and Russell Howard set the world to rights before a full house at the famous Hammersmith Apollo.

Jimmy Carr hosts, with his special guest Alan Carr. Recorded in front of a packed house at the famous Hammersmith Apollo, Jimmy and Alan point the finger at bullies, estate agents, phone sex lines and bread-making machines.

Comedian Jo Brand hosts special guest Michael McIntyre. In the firing line are Simon Cowell, labiaplasties, football referees and flaming terrorists. Recorded live at London's world famous Hammersmith Apollo.

Lee Mack hosts Sean Lock in front of a packed Hammersmith Apollo. The pair take pot shots at Riverdance, hundreds and thousands, Cockneys and starfish.

Joan Rivers hosts the unstoppable Patrick Kielty as they point the finger at bad parents, inept terrorists and binge drinking in a comedy special.

Dara O Briain is the host, with special guests Stephen K Amos and Frankie Boyle. Recorded live at the world famous Hammersmith Apollo, this last show of the series hammers computer geeks, Australians, the seventies and present buying.

The BAFTA-nominated Live at the Apollo presents the best of British stand-up comedy, as Michael McIntyre introduces Rich Hall and Rhod Gilbert at the Hammersmith Apollo, London.

The cream of British stand-up comedy cuts loose at London's world-famous Hammersmith Apollo, leaving the audience breathless and cheering for more. Al Murray introduces Shappi Khorsandi and Russell Kane.

The cream of British stand-up comedy cut loose at London's world famous Hammersmith Apollo as Sean Lock introduces Jason Manford.

Ireland's king of comedy Dara O Briain hosts another evening of comedy from the Hammersmith Apollo, introducing his Celtic comedy soul brother Frankie Boyle.

The legendary Lenny Henry hosts another evening of comedy from the Hammersmith Apollo, and introduces special guests Andy Parsons and Ed Byrne.

The stand-up comedy series from London's Hammersmith Apollo concludes with Mock the Week's Russell Howard introducing Jo Brand.

Michael McIntyre, Al Murray, Dara O Briain, Lenny Henry, Sean Lock, Russell Howard and all their guests from the 2008 series of Live at the Apollo feature in a bumper one-hour special, revisiting the cream of Britain's stand-up comedy fraternity as they perform at the legendary Hammersmith Apollo.

Live at the Apollo's fifth series features a host of great comedy talent. The opening episode from the world-famous Hammersmith Apollo features two of comedy's finest powerhouses taking to the stage. Northern funny man Jason Manford is the host, and comedian Michael McIntyre is his special guest.

Stand-up comedy from the world-famous Hammersmith Apollo. Bafta-nominated actor and comedian from the Valleys Rob Brydon hosts. His special guests are funny lady Sarah Millican and Ireland's Jason Byrne.

Stand-up comedy from the world-famous Hammersmith Apollo. The pub landlord Al Murray hosts, before introducing special guests Chris Addison and pun-meister Tim Vine.

The cream of British comedic talent return to the stage at the world-famous Hammersmith Apollo. Welsh funny man Rhod Gilbert hosts, with a rapturous guest appearance from Liverpudlian John Bishop.

Stand-up comedy from the Hammersmith Apollo. Irish gem Ed Byrne hosts in front of a 3,500-strong audience, with guest appearances from Adam Hills and London's own Gina Yashere.

The nation's favourite impressionist, Alistair McGowan, introduces guest appearances from Scotland's young comedy prodigy Kevin Bridges, and the astonishingly funny Reginald D Hunter.

Live at the Apollo returns to BBC One, showcasing the best of British comedy talent. 8 Out of 10 Cats star Sean Lock introduces Liverpool's finest, John Bishop, from the world-famous Hammersmith Apollo.

Lee Mack, comedian and star of BBC One sitcom Not Going Out, presents sets from American comic Rich Hall and Scotland's Danny Bhoy.

Mock the Week host Dara O Briain brings the house down, before introducing sets from Inbetweeners star Greg Davies and Canadian one-liner specialist Stewart Francis.

Scottish comic Kevin Bridges introduces sets from Shappi Khorsandi and Jack Whitehall.

Stephen K Amos presents an evening of stand-up comedy in front of a 3,500-strong audience at the Hammersmith Apollo, with special guest appearances from the brilliant Jon Richardson and London's very own Micky Flanagan.

In the last episode of the series, our host is one of the nation's favourite funny men, Lenny Henry. Lenny introduces truly brilliant guest appearances from Canada's King of Grouch, Mike Wilmot, and Ireland's legendary Tommy Tiernan.

The Bafta-nominated Live at the Apollo returns, showcasing the very best of British comedy talent. Micky Flanagan introduces Seann Walsh, one of comedy's rising stars, and Irish favourite Jason Byrne.

Sean Lock hosts from the world-famous Hammersmith Apollo. Special guests include the inimitable Ed Byrne and the well good Lee Nelson.

Chatty Man Alan Carr introduces, in his own inimitable style, sets from the fabulous Andi Osho and the always magnificent Patrick Kielty.

Mock the Week star Andy Parsons hosts stand-up comedy from the Apollo, with special guests including the fantastic Andrew Lawrence, and one-liner king Milton Jones.

Stand Up for the Week star Rich Hall hosts stand-up comedy from the Hammersmith Apollo, with the brilliant Mark Watson and the irrepressible Andrew Maxwell.

Host Sarah Millican is joined by Australian funnyman Steve Hughes and the award-winning Russell Kane.

This Live at the Apollo is hosted by the one and only Jason Manford, with his very special guests Canadian funny man Tom Stade and Ireland's very own Jimeoin.

Stand Up for the Week star Jack Whitehall presents comedy from the Hammersmith Apollo, with Josh Widdicombe and Shappi Khorsandi.

Dara O Briain presents stand-up comedy from the world-famous Hammersmith Apollo. He introduces ventriloquist extraordinaire Nina Conti and the irrepressible Danny Bhoy to the stage.

Welsh comic Rhod Gilbert introduces stand-up from the world-famous Hammersmith Apollo. He is joined by Kerry Godliman and Jon Richardson at his misanthropic best.

Glaswegian comic Kevin Bridges introduces stand-up from the world-famous Hammersmith Apollo. He is joined by Sara Pascoe and Phill Jupitus.

This episode from the world-famous Hammersmith Apollo features the 'well good' Lee Nelson as host. Lee introduces the king of one-liners, Stewart Francis, and the magnificent Paul Chowdhry.

The fantastic Omid Djalili presents stand-up from the world-famous Hammersmith Apollo. He introduces Alabama's finest, Reginald D Hunter, and camp legend Julian Clary to the stage.

Greg Davies presents stand-up from the world-famous Hammersmith Apollo, introducing sets from Hal Cruttenden and Simon Evans.

Comedy legend Eddie Izzard introduces South Africa's Trevor Noah and Devon's favourite son Josh Widdicombe.

Jack Dee returns to host Live at the Apollo in the second episode of the stand-up series. His special guests are the irrepressible Seann Walsh and one-liner king Milton Jones.

Sean Lock is the host and he introduces one of comedy's fastest-rising stars Romesh Ranganathan and the wonderful Marcus Brigstocke.

Australian comic Adam Hills introduces performances from Andi Osho and, all the way from Albert Square, Terry Alderton.

Jack Whitehall presents a selection of North America's finest comics, with stand-up performances from magnificent Canadian comedian Katherine Ryan and American comedy legend Rich Hall.

Nina Conti and her monkey are the hosts for the last Apollo of the series, with special guests Rob Beckett and Jimeoin.

Sarah Millican introduces sets from two of comedy's biggest stars, Joe Lycett and Russell Kane.

Jason Manford introduces two of comedy's biggest stars - Chris Ramsey and Doc Brown.

A sometimes controversial Frankie Boyle is your host as he introduces two of comedy's biggest stars; Simon Evans and Aisling Bea.

Jon Richardson introduces sets from Sara Pascoe and Nathan Caton.

Hal Cruttenden introduces Justin Moorhouse and Tom Stade.

Danny Bhoy introduces Miles Jupp and Lee Nelson.

Everyone's favourite 'Chatty Man' Alan Carr is your host as he introduces two of comedy's biggest stars - the fabulously funny Francesca Martinez and rising comedy star Nish Kumar.

The famously quick-witted Dara O Briain introduces two of comedy's biggest stars - razor-sharp comic Zoe Lyons and the talented Paul Chowdhry.

Stand-up comedy from the Hammersmith Apollo. Host Noel Fielding introduces Dane Baptiste and Ireland's newest comedy star Al Porter.

In the fourth episode from the legendary Hammersmith Apollo, TV favourite and star of BBC Three show Asian Provocateur Romesh Ranganathan is the host, introducing top Irish comic Jason Byrne and master of one-liners Stewart Francis.

In the fifth episode from the legendary Hammersmith Apollo, the fabulously funny Canadian comedy star Katherine Ryan is the host, introducing German comic and 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown regular Henning Wehn and the brilliantly funny James Acaster.

In the penultimate episode from the legendary Hammersmith Apollo, the brilliantly energetic Russell Kane is the host, introducing E4's Game Face and Man Down star Roisin Conaty, and the unique Nick Helm.

In the fabulously festive final episode from the legendary Hammersmith Apollo, the incredible Nina Conti is the host, introducing the brilliant Tanyalee Davis, Royal Variety Show favourite Hal Cruttenden and star of The Last Leg and Mock the Week Josh Widdicombe.

In the first episode, the fabulously funny Sarah Millican hosts as she introduces rising comedy star Tom Allen and US comedian Arj Barker to the stage.

This week, star of the BBC sitcom Josh, and The Last Leg, Josh Widdicombehosts as he introduces the brilliant Nathan Caton and Australian comic Celia Pacquola to the stage.

In this week's third episode, multi-award winning Gina Yashere hosts as she introduces surreal Australian comedian Sam Simmons and rising comedy star Ellie Taylor to the stage.

Australian comedy star and host of Channel 4's ‘The Last Leg' Adam Hills hosts as he introduces US comic Michelle Wolf and sharp-witted Jamali Maddix to the stage.

In the fifth episode, Glaswegian comedy giant Frankie Boyle hosts and introduces young stand-up and sensation Jack Carroll and wonderful Holly Walsh to the stage.

In tonight's sixth episode, mischievous regular Joe Lycett hosts, and introduces the brilliant Ivo Graham and uniquely eccentric Phil Wang to the stage.

In a very special Christmas episode, the star of BBC Three's Asian Provocateur Romesh Ranganthan is the host and introduces the exceptionally talented Seann Walsh, the fabulous Kerry Godliman and surreal comedian Spencer Jones to the stage for some festive frolics.

This episode of the award-winning Live at the Apollo is hosted by the awesome Sara Pascoe as she introduces rising comedy star Larry Dean and master of the one-liner Gary Delaney to the stage.

The talented Nish Kumar is your host for this episode of the award-winning Live at the Apollo as he introduces Luisa Omielan and David O'Doherty to the famous Apollo stage.

In this episode, the hilarious Rob Beckett is your host as he introduces rising comedy stars Jen Brister and Darren Harriott to the stage.

In a special festive edition, the funny and fabulous Katherine Ryan introduces Marlon Davis, Joel Dommett and John Robins to the stage.

This episode is hosted by the eccentric Henning Wehn as he introduces to the stage the delightful Lucy Porter and the hilarious Guz Khan.

This episode is hosted by the fantastic Dane Baptiste as he introduces New York-born comic Desiree Burch and Liverpool funnyman Chris McCausland to the stage.

Irish comedy star Ed Byrne hosts this episode, introducing the fantastic Angela Barnes and the wonderful Geoff Norcott to the world-famous Apollo stage.

The wonderfully witty Ellie Taylor introduces rising comedy star Fin Taylor and the provocative Tez Ilyas to the stage.

Dara Ó Briain introduces the wonderful Australian comic Felicity Ward and viral internet sensation Mo Gilligan to the stage.

The uproarious Gina Yashere hosts and introduces Lost Voice Guy and Ed Gamble to the stage.

The hilarious Phil Wang introduces talented musical-comedian Rachel Parris and the charismatic Brennan Reece to the stage.

The hysterically funny Kerry Godliman introduces the energetic Suzi Ruffell and South African comedian Loyiso Gola to the stage.

The critically-acclaimed Jamali Maddix introduces the impressive comedy talents of rising stars Fern Brady and Sindhu Vee.

Sarah Millican introduces king of the one-liner Gary Delaney, the effervescent Laura Lexx and the incredibly sharp Ahir Shah.

This episode is hosted by the inimitable Tom Allen, who introduces the fantastic Rosie Jones and the wonderful Kae Kurd to the world-famous Apollo stage.

This episode of the award winning Live at the Apollo is hosted by the awesome Sindhu Vee as she introduces rising comedy star Alex Edelman and the fantastic Lou Sanders to the stage.

Guz Khan introduces the fabulous Kiri Pritchard-McLean and the amazing Rhys James.

The magnificent Darren Harriott introduces Jessica Fostekew and Stephen Bailey to the famous Apollo stage.

This episode is hosted by the brilliant Ardal O'Hanlon, as he introduces to the stage the amazing Mawaan Rizwan and the hilarious Sara Barron.

In this episode, the hilarious Desiree Burch introduces stand-up stars Paul McCaffrey and Jonny Pelham to the stage.

The fabulous Sara Pascoe hosts some Yuletide fun and frolics and introduces Chris McCausland and Flo and Joan to the stage.

A celebration of disabled stand-up comedians at the BBC. A special compilation show of great stand up, taken from over 15 series, showcasing all the funniest bits from the disabled stars who have appeared on Live at the Apollo. Featuring Adam Hills, Rosie Jones, Lost Voice Guy, Francesca Martinez, Chris McCausland, Jack Carroll and Tanyalee Davis all performing on the world famous Apollo stage.

Liverpudlian comedian Chris McCausland hosts the first episode of the series, welcoming comedians Sophie Duker and Emmanuel Sonubi to the stage.

The hilarious Loyiso Gola introduces comedians Scott Bennett and Helen Bauer to the stage.

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The magnificent Zoe Lyons introduces comedians Ria Lina and Tom Ward to the stage.

The inimitable Larry Dean introduces comedians Harriet Kemsley and Slim to the stage.

Angela Barnes hosts, introducing comedians Sarah Keyworth and Tim Renkow to the stage.

The magnificent Jen Brister introduces comedians Esther Manito and Adam Rowe to the stage.

The fabulous Jason Manford is your host for a special festive edition of the show as he introduces comedians Maisie Adam and Nabil Abdulrashid to the stage.

In this special festive edition, the fabulous Rosie Jones introduces Eshaan Akbar and Cally Beaton to the stage.

The brilliant Ed Gamble introduces comedians Tom Davis and Judi Love to the stage.

The magnificent Kae Kurd introduces comedians Laura Smyth and Liam Farrelly to the stage.

The inimitable Kiri Pritchard-McLean introduces comedians Catherine Bohart and Babatúndé Aléshé to the stage.

The hilarious Geoff Norcott introduces comedians Michelle de Swarte and Sean McLoughlin to the stage.

Hosted by the magnificent Suzi Ruffell, who welcomes comedians Alfie Brown and Sikisa to the stage.

Tez Ilyas introduces comedians Spring Day and Ignacio Lopez to the stage.

The brilliant Nabil Abdulrashid introduces Jake Lambert and Rachel Fairburn to the stage.

Ria Lina introduces comedians Lucy Beaumont and Josh Pugh to the stage.

The magnificent Lou Sanders introduces comedians Celya AB and Neil Delamere to the stage.

Maisie Adam introduces comedians Michael Odewale and Susie McCabe to the stage.

Emmanuel Sonubi welcomes Troy Hawke and Olga Koch to the stage.

The inimitable Stephen Bailey welcomes comedians Lara Ricote and Glenn Moore to the stage.

A special festive edition hosted by the fabulous Tom Allen, who introduces Thanyia Moore and Lloyd Griffith to the stage.

The brilliant Judi Love introduces comedians Dan Tiernan and John Kearns to the stage.

The inimitable Joel Dommett introduces Fatiha El-Ghorri and Jamie MacDonald to the stage.

The hilarious Paul Chowdhry introduces comedians Ania Magliano and Ian Smith to the stage.

The magnificent Sara Pascoe introduces comedians Amy Gledhill and Eddie Kadi to the stage.

The fabulous Babatúndé Aléshé introduces Chloe Petts and Lindsey Santoro to the stage.

Iain Stirling introduces comedians Harriet Dyer and Maria Shehata to the stage.

Tim Renkow welcomes comedians Janine Harouni and Stuart Goldsmith to the stage.

Celebration of LGBT+ stand up comedy at the BBC, taken from over 14 series.

This episode features sets from Fern Brady, Desiree Burch, Alan Carr, Larry Dean, Eddie Izzard, Joe Lycett and Zoe Lyons.

A celebration of LGBT+ stand up comedy at the BBC, taken from over 14 series showcasing all the funniest bits from the LGBT+ stars who have appeared on Live at the Apollo.

This episode feature sets from Tom Allen, Stephen K. Amos, Jen Brister, Al Porter, Julian Clary, Suzi Ruffell and Gina Yashere.

Comedians who have appeared on Live at the Apollo over the show's first 16 years take a seat in the stalls of the famous Hammersmith theatre, and share their memories of the series. New interviews with the comics provide a unique insight into how it feels to take to British TV's most famous stand-up stage, alongside classic archive clips from the show.