Wondering if Sky or Now TV is worth the price? Or just looking for something good to watch next? With such a huge catalogue featuring some of the best UK and HBO comedies around, I’ve gathered all of the comedy series that I’ve watched and can recommend.
I’ve ranked the comedies in order of how much I laughed, but the star ratings are based on the WYALAN rating for the show or movie as a whole and if I would rewatch it.
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Flight of the Conchords (2007–2009) – IMDb 8.5 · Musical/Comedy
For fans of: What We Do in the Shadows, Tenacious D, Garfunkel and Oates
Bret and Jemaine play struggling New Zealand musicians navigating fame, friendship, and absurdity in New York City.
Curb Your Enthusiasm (2000–) – IMDb 8.8 · Cringe/Improvised
For fans of: Seinfeld, Louie, The Comeback
Larry David plays a fictionalized version of himself in this unscripted comedy of social faux pas and escalating awkwardness.
The Office (US) (2005–2013) – IMDb 9.0 · Workplace/Sitcom
For fans of: Parks and Recreation, Superstore, Abbott Elementary
Dunder Mifflin’s paper pushers endure meetings, romances, and pranks in this mockumentary classic led by Steve Carell.
The Chair Company (2024) – IMDb 6.7 · Workplace/Comedy
For fans of: Tires, The Office, American Vandal
A dysfunctional furniture showroom becomes a battleground for ambition and absurdity in this low-key British workplace comedy.
Barry (2018–2023) – IMDb 8.4 · Dark Comedy/Crime
For fans of: Killing Eve, Dexter, The Bear
Bill Hader stars as a hitman who wants to be an actor, but his past won’t let go in this Emmy-winning genre blend.
Flatbush Misdemeanours (2021–2022) – IMDb 7.4 · Urban/Comedy
For fans of: High Maintenance, Atlanta, How To with John Wilson
Two friends navigate life, art, and anxiety in Brooklyn in this grounded, deadpan slice-of-life comedy.
The Office (UK) (2001–2003) – IMDb 8.5 · Workplace/Mockumentary
For fans of: Extras, Peep Show, The Thick of It
Ricky Gervais’s David Brent leads a paper company with delusions of grandeur in this dry, influential original.
Rob & Romesh Vs (2019–) – IMDb 7.9 · Reality/Comedy
For fans of: Taskmaster, Travel Man, The Trip
Comedians Rob Beckett and Romesh Ranganathan dive into unfamiliar worlds—from ballet to basketball—with chaotic charm.
Code 404 (2020–2022) – IMDb 6.3 · Sci-Fi/Comedy
For fans of: Red Dwarf, Avenue 5, Dirk Gently
A resurrected cop with glitchy AI tech returns to duty in this buddy comedy starring Stephen Graham and Daniel Mays.
Veep (2012–2019) – IMDb 8.3 · Political/Satire
For fans of: The Thick of It, Parks and Rec, House of Cards
Julia Louis-Dreyfus plays a vice president clawing her way through Washington in this razor-sharp, Emmy-winning satire.
The Rehearsal (2022–) – IMDb 8.6 · Experimental/Comedy
For fans of: Nathan for You, How To with John Wilson, The Truman Show
Nathan Fielder stages elaborate rehearsals of real-life scenarios in this mind-bending docu-comedy about control and chaos.
The Ricky Gervais Show (2010–2012) – IMDb 8.4 · Animated/Podcast
For fans of: An Idiot Abroad, The Office, QI
Animated versions of Gervais, Merchant, and Karl Pilkington riff on life’s oddities in this podcast-turned-series.
Silicon Valley (2014–2019) – IMDb 8.5 · Tech/Satire
For fans of: Halt and Catch Fire, Mythic Quest, Super Pumped
A group of awkward coders try to launch a startup in this sharp satire of tech culture and venture capital.
The Paper (2024) – IMDb 6.8 · Workplace/Drama-Comedy
For fans of: The Newsroom, Press, The Morning Show
Journalists at a struggling local paper chase stories and relevance in this ensemble newsroom dramedy.
Peacemaker (2022) – IMDb 8.3 · Superhero/Comedy
For fans of: The Boys, Deadpool, Doom Patrol
John Cena stars as a morally confused vigilante in this irreverent, action-packed spin-off from The Suicide Squad.
Key & Peele (2012–2015) – IMDb 8.3 · Sketch/Satire
For fans of: Chappelle’s Show, SNL, Sherman’s Showcase
Jordan Peele and Keegan-Michael Key deliver genre-bending sketches that tackle race, pop culture, and absurdity.
An Idiot Abroad (2010–2012) – IMDb 8.3 · Travel/Comedy
For fans of: The Trip, Travel Man, Jack Whitehall: Travels with My Father
Karl Pilkington is sent around the world against his will in this travel series that’s equal parts cringe and comedy.
Bloods (2021–2022) – IMDb 6.9 · Workplace/Comedy
For fans of: Scrubs, Ambulance, This Way Up
Paramedics in London navigate emergencies and eccentric coworkers in this fast-paced, character-driven comedy.
Upright (2019–2022) – IMDb 8.4 · Road Trip/Dramedy
For fans of: Fleabag, Loudermilk, Rain Dogs
Tim Minchin and Milly Alcock haul a piano across Australia while confronting grief, guilt, and unexpected friendship.
Run (2020) – IMDb 6.2 · Thriller/Comedy
For fans of: Killing Eve, The Flight Attendant, Catastrophe
Two ex-lovers rekindle their romance on a spontaneous train journey in this genre-blending series from Phoebe Waller-Bridge.
Entourage (2004–2011) – IMDb 8.4 · Hollywood/Buddy Comedy
For fans of: Ballers, The Larry Sanders Show, How to Make It in America
Vinny Chase and his crew navigate fame, fortune, and friendship in this glossy look at Hollywood excess.
Ballers (2015–2019) – IMDb 7.6 · Sports/Comedy
For fans of: Entourage, Winning Time, Suits
Dwayne Johnson plays a retired NFL player turned financial manager in this slick, sports-adjacent comedy-drama.
Miracle Workers (2019–) – IMDb 7.0 · Anthology/Comedy
For fans of: The Good Place, Upload, American Vandal
Daniel Radcliffe and Steve Buscemi star in rotating roles across seasons—from heaven’s bureaucracy to Oregon Trail absurdity.
Bored to Death (2009–2011) – IMDb 7.9 · Noir/Comedy
For fans of: High Fidelity, Louie, Californication
Jason Schwartzman moonlights as a private detective in this literary, Brooklyn-set comedy with Zach Galifianakis and Ted Danson.
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