Stop Laughing... This is Serious

Stop Laughing... This is Serious (2015-2017)

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Stop Laughing... This is Serious is a documentary series charting a course through the story of Australian comedy, featuring more than 60 interviews with the men and women who make us laugh. Through a blend of social history, extensive archive material and intimate interviews with some of the country's most loved comedians, we travel via stand up, radio, television, theatre and film from indigenous comedy to new viral media jokers of today, revealing how humour, laughter and comedy are integral to our national identity.

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Scheduleevery Wednesday at 21:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E03Too Much Variety is Barely EnoughFeb. 15, 2017
S02E02I Said Pet, I Said Pet, I Said LoveFeb. 8, 2017
S02E01She Goes... She Goes... She Just GoesFeb. 1, 2017
S01E03Hello PossumsApr. 8, 2015
S01E02Look at Moi, Look at MoiApr. 1, 2015
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Stop Laughing... This is Serious premiere?

Stop Laughing... This is Serious premiered on August 30, 2015.

Who are the main hosts of Stop Laughing... This is Serious?

The main hosts of Stop Laughing... This is Serious were Sam Simmons and Tim Ross.

What is the genre of Stop Laughing... This is Serious?

Stop Laughing... This is Serious falls under the genre of comedy.

How many episodes were there in the first season of Stop Laughing... This is Serious?

The first season of Stop Laughing... This is Serious comprised of six episodes.

Who were some of the guest comedians featured on Stop Laughing... This is Serious?

Some of the guest comedians featured on Stop Laughing... This is Serious included Kitty Flanagan, Dave Hughes, and Denise Scott.

What was the concept of Stop Laughing... This is Serious?

Stop Laughing... This is Serious aimed to explore the history of Australian comedy through a mix of interviews, sketches, and archival footage.

Was Stop Laughing... This is Serious a live show or pre-recorded?

Stop Laughing... This is Serious was a pre-recorded show.

Did Stop Laughing... This is Serious receive any awards or nominations?

Yes, Stop Laughing... This is Serious won the AACTA Award for Best Direction in a Television Comedy or Light Entertainment Program in 2016.

Where was Stop Laughing... This is Serious filmed?

Stop Laughing... This is Serious was filmed in various locations across Australia.

Were there any recurring segments or sketches on Stop Laughing... This is Serious?

Yes, Stop Laughing... This is Serious featured recurring segments such as "Comedy Gold" and "The Great Debate."

Who were the executive producers of Stop Laughing... This is Serious?

The executive producers of Stop Laughing... This is Serious were Rick Kalowski and Que Minh Luu.

Did Stop Laughing... This is Serious have a live audience?

No, Stop Laughing... This is Serious did not have a live audience.

Did Stop Laughing... This is Serious have any international guest comedians?

Yes, Stop Laughing... This is Serious featured international guest comedians such as Bill Bailey and Reginald D. Hunter.

Did Stop Laughing... This is Serious focus only on contemporary Australian comedy?

No, Stop Laughing... This is Serious explored the entire history of Australian comedy, from the early days to contemporary acts.

Did Stop Laughing... This is Serious have a specific target audience?

Stop Laughing... This is Serious targeted comedy fans and anyone interested in the history of Australian comedy.

Were there any notable interviews conducted on Stop Laughing... This is Serious?

Yes, Stop Laughing... This is Serious featured interviews with influential Australian comedians such as Barry Humphries and Magda Szubanski.

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