Little Britain

Little Britain is currently streaming in the UK on Sky Go and BBC iPlayer, and it delivers exactly the kind of comedy that earns a loyal following. Every one of its 3 seasons holds up. Its 7/10 TMDB score, built from 252 ratings, reflects a title that consistently delivers. David Walliams leads a cast with real comic timing. There is no real reason to keep putting it off — it is right there on Sky Go.

There is a reason Little Britain keeps coming up in conversation. The jokes in Little Britain land because the characters underneath them are worth caring about. A zany comedy show with Matt Lucas and David Walliams, featuring characters from all over Little Britain. David Walliams and Matt Lucas lead a cast with the timing to make it work. 3 seasons (2003–2005) gave the story room most shows never get. Little Britain earns its laughs from character rather than situation, which is why it does not wear thin the way pure farce tends to. It knows exactly what it is, and does not try to be anything else.

If you need a comedy that actually makes you laugh, Little Britain is a strong candidate. If you have already watched Monty Python's Flying Circus, Little Britain is a natural next step. Short enough to finish in a weekend, substantial enough to feel satisfying. David Walliams's comic timing carries it through its weaker moments. The kind of comedy you recommend to someone who claims they do not watch much.

Little Britain wrapped up in 2005, created by Matt Lucas and David Walliams — and 3 seasons are available to watch from start to finish. Find exactly where it's streaming below, and TV Butler Pro makes it effortless to track your progress as you go. Just search the name, and Butler finds it instantly, tells you which service has it, and remembers exactly where you left off.