
Alan Carr: Chatty Man
Alan Carr: Chatty Man is a BAFTA award-winning British comedy chat show presented by comedian Alan Carr. The show features interviews with celebrity guests, sketches, topical chat and music.
Seasons
1. Bruce Forsyth, Heather Graham, Ross Kemp, Pet Shop Boys
Air Date: 2009-06-14
In this week's opening episode, Alan chats in his own inimitable style with legendary entertainer Bruce Forsyth, US actress Heather Graham talks to Alan about her latest movie, and TV presenter Ross Kemp tells Alan how he got from Walford to Afghanistan. The Pet Shop Boys play out the end of the show with their latest single Did You See Me Coming?
2. Samuel L. Jackson, Ivana Trump, Katy Perry
Air Date: 2009-06-21
This week, Alan chats in his own inimitable style with Samuel L Jackson about his life and career, and also discusses Ivana Trump's extraordinary life with her. Plus, Katy Perry drops by for a chat and a performance of her latest single, Waking Up in Vegas
3. Jerry Springer, Martina Navratalova, Black Eyed Peas
Air Date: 2009-06-28
4. Dawn French, Kirstie Allsop and Phil Spencer, David Walliams
Air Date: 2009-07-05
5. Kanye West, Mr Hudson, Fern Britton, Sarah Harding
Air Date: 2009-07-12
This week Alan is joined by global music star and fashion icon Kanye West. Kanye is joined on the sofa by his new UK protégé Mr Hudson, who will also be performing (with Kanye) his new single, Supernova. Other guests include Fern Britton and Sarah Harding (from Girls Aloud) who'll be chatting to Alan about her new TV drama acting role.
6. Mickey Rourke, Jonathan Ross, Denise Van Outen, JLS
Air Date: 2009-07-19
Tonight, Alan is joined on the sofa by Jonathan Ross, Hollywood legend Mickey Rourke and Denise Van Outen. X Factor finalists JLS performing their new single, Beat Again.
7. Kevin Bishop, Rupert Everett, Barbara Windsor, The Enemy
Air Date: 2009-07-26
This week, Alan is joined by actor Rupert Everett, presenter of C4's new documentary The Scandalous Adventures of Lord Byron. Queen of the East End Barbara Windsor also pops in for a chat, as does comedian Kevin Bishop and The Enemy, who perform their new single Be Somebody.
8. Shane Warne, Patsy Kensit, Gok Wan and Calvin Harris
Air Date: 2009-08-03
Alan is joined by Aussie cricket legend Shane Warne, actress Patsy Kensit and fashion guru Gok Wan. Calvin Harris also drops by to perform his single, Ready for the Weekend.
9. Peter Andre, Natalie Imbruglia, Frank Skinner and The Noisettes
Air Date: 2009-08-09
Peter Andre and Frank Skinner drop in for a chat and Natalie Imbruglia talks to Alan about her new album 'Come Alive'. Music is provided by The Noisettes who perform their single, Wild Young Hearts.
10. Jack Dee, Amanda Holden, Alan Dale and Pixie Lott
Air Date: 2009-08-16
Alan is joined by Jack Dee, 'Britain's Got Talent' judge Amanda Holden who gives Alan the low-down on working in America; Alan Dale and Pixie Lott who will be performing her single Boys and Girls.
1. Mariah Carey, Noel Fielding and Simon Pegg
Air Date: 2009-11-19
Chatty Man is back!! In the first show, Alan will be joined on the sofa by Mariah Carey who will also perform her single, I want to Know What Love Is... star of The Mighty Boosh, Noel Fielding, and comedy actor Simon Pegg, pop in for a chat.
2. Ruth Jones and James Corden, Chris Moyles, Westlife and Alesha Dixon
Air Date: 2009-11-26
Alan will be joined on the sofa by Ruth Jones and James Corden from Gavin & Stacey, DJ and TV star Chris Moyles, the boys from Westlife who'll be chatting about their new album Where We Are. Plus, the stunning Alesha Dixon will be performing her latest single
3. Kate Hudson, Sharon Osbourne, Lily Allen
Air Date: 2009-12-03
Alan's guests are Kate Hudson, who chats about her new film Nine, and a member of rock's most famous family: Sharon Osbourne. Plus, style icon and pop princess Lily Allen drops in for a chat and performs her single Who'd Have Known.
4. Michael McIntyre, Chris Evans, Miley Cyrus
Air Date: 2009-12-10
Alan's guests are popular new comedian Michael McIntyre, who will be dropping in to talk about his latest DVD Hello Wembley. Joining Michael is broadcasting mogul, and soon-to-be new Radio 2 breakfast DJ, Chris Evans who'll be chatting to Alan about his new autobiography. Plus American teen idol and pop sensation Miley Cyrus. Miley will be joining Alan on the sofa for a chat and performing 'Party in the USA' from her latest album.
5. Bette Midler, Johnny Vegas and JLS
Air Date: 2009-12-17
Alan will be joined by the Divine Miss M - the amazing Bette Midler who will be making a rare appearance in the UK and chatting about her album The Best Bette: Deluxe Edition. Other guests include boy band sensation JLS, who chat to Alan and perform their single "One Shot".
6. Christmas Special
Air Date: 2009-12-22
In this festive episode, Alan is joined on the sofa by the showbiz legend Cilla Black, his old partner in crime from The Sunday Night Project Justin Lee Collins and, making his second appearance on the Chatty Man sofa, Little Britain star David Walliams. There's plenty of Christmas surprises and a performance from Britain's favourite new girl band The Saturdays.
7. New Year Special
Air Date: 2009-12-29
Who better to send out the old year than the Time Lord himself, David Tennant, who tells Alan about his final performance in Doctor Who. Also dropping by for a chat is the very funny Catherine Tate; plus Davina McCall discusses the last ever Celebrity Big Brother and her new fitness DVD. With music from 80s icons Spandau Ballet.
1. Ricky Gervais, Katie Price, Corinne Bailey Rae
Air Date: 2010-02-04
In this opening episode, Alan is joined on the sofa by comedy superstar, Ricky Gervais. Fresh from hosting the Golden Globes, Ricky talks to Alan about the DVD release of his latest film The Invention of Lying and his forthcoming world comedy tour. Also joining Alan is model and reality TV star Katie Price, who chats about her TV new series What Katie Did Next. Plus, Vinnie Jones, who spills the beans about his time on Celebrity Big Brother and music from the talented Corinne Bailey Rae who performs an exclusive track Paris Night/New York Morning from her latest album.
2. Daryl Hannah, Nicholas Hoult, Sid Owen, Patsy Palmer, Mika
Air Date: 2010-02-11
Alan is joined on the sofa by US actress Daryl Hannah to talk about her new film A Closed Book and ex star of Skins Nicholas Hoult, tells all about his big screen role in A Single Man. EastEnders stars Sid Owen and Patsy Palmer talk about 25 years of the series and Ricky and Bianca's wedding plans. Plus, pop star Mika performs his single Blame It on the Girls.
3. Alex Reid, Jimmy Carr, Janice Dickinson and Kesha
Air Date: 2010-02-18
Alan's guests on the sofa include winner of Celebrity Big Brother 2010 Alex Reid, in his first TV chat show interview since leaving the Big Brother house. Comedian Jimmy Carr and ex supermodel and US TV star Janice Dickinson. Plus, US musician Ke$ha performs her latest single: Blah Blah Blah.
4. Courtney Love, Steve Jones and Rihanna
Air Date: 2010-02-25
Alan is joined on the sofa by rock goddess Courtney Love who talks about her new album; TV presenter Steve Jones chats about his latest TV projects including hosting Let's Dance For Sport Relief and 101 Ways to Leave a Game Show. Plus, Rihanna shares what's going on in her world and performs her new single Rude Boy.
5. Ant & Dec, John Barrowman, Jo Frost and Ellie Goulding
Air Date: 2010-03-04
Alan is joined on the sofa by the nation's favourite TV presenters. Ant and Dec tell Alan about their new gameshow Push the Button. Other guests are Torchwood actor and musical star John Barrowman, who chats about his new album, John Barrowman; and Supernanny Jo Frost discusses her brand new Channel 4 series: Jo Frost: Extreme Parental Guidance. Music is provided by 2010 Brit Awards' Critic's Choice-winner Ellie Goulding, performing her new single, Starry Eyed.
6. Lindsay Lohan, Torvill and Dean, Frankie Boyle and Mary J. Blige
Air Date: 2010-03-11
7. Miranda Hart, Russell Howard, Justin Bieber, David Haye and Florence and the Machine
Air Date: 2010-03-18
8. Kim Cattrall, Boy George and N-Dubz
Air Date: 2010-03-25
1. Russell Brand, Pamela Anderson, Matthew Morrison, Kevin McHale, Jenna Ushkowitz and Plan B
Air Date: 2010-06-20
2. Katie Price and Alex Reid, James Corden and Enrique Iglesias
Air Date: 2010-06-27
3. Shakira, Louie Spence, Nikki Reed, Kellan Lutz, Ashley Greene, Xavier Samuel and Kelis
Air Date: 2010-07-04
4. Grace Jones, Gok Wan and JLS
Air Date: 2010-07-11
5. Kylie Minogue, John Bishop and Jared Leto
Air Date: 2010-07-18
6. Vic Reeves, Bob Mortimer, Ulrika Jonsson, Joanna Page and Scissor Sisters
Air Date: 2010-07-25
7. Alice Cooper, David Walliams and The Saturdays
Air Date: 2010-08-01
8. Robin Williams, Bobcat Goldthwait, Olly Murs, Jason Manford, Alex Jones, Tinchy Stryder
Air Date: 2010-08-08
9. Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant, Minnie Driver, Alexandra Burke
Air Date: 2010-08-15
10. Drew Barrymore, Gary and Danielle Lineker, Phill Jupitus and Goldfrapp
Air Date: 2010-08-22
11. Whoopi Goldberg, Jedward, Kim Cattrall and McFly
Air Date: 2010-08-29
12. Paul O'Grady, Katy Perry, Davina McCall and Brandon Flowers
Air Date: 2010-09-05
1. David Hasselhoff, Simon Bird, Joe Thomas, James Buckley, Blake Harrison, Colin Farrell, Jim Sturgess and Cee Lo Green
Air Date: 2010-12-13
2. Michael McIntyre, Stacey Solomon, Shaun Ryder and Cheryl Cole
Air Date: 2010-12-20
3. Chris Evans, Mickey Rourke, Catherine Tate and The Wanted
Air Date: 2010-12-26
4. Matt Lucas, Dame Edna Everage and McFly
Air Date: 2011-01-02
Alan is joined on the sofa by star of Little Britain and Alice in Wonderland, comedian and actor Matt Lucas who chats about his new comedy series: Come Fly with Me. Dame Edna Everage who gives her unique take on 2010 and shares her own personal highlights from the past year. Plus live music from McFly who chat about their latest DVD release Nowhere Left to Run and perform their single Shine a Light.
5. Jonathan Ross, Kevin Bridges, Jack Whitehall and Adele
Air Date: 2011-01-17
6. James Corden, Benedict Cumberbatch, Kerry Katona and Jamiroquai
Air Date: 2011-01-24
7. Billie Piper, Usher, Russell Tovey, Lenora Crichlow, Sinead Keenan and Duran Duran
Air Date: 2011-01-31
8. Juliette Lewis, Miranda Hart and The Streets
Air Date: 2011-02-07
9. Samuel L. Jackson, Lee Mack and JLS
Air Date: 2011-02-14
10. The cast of The Only Way Is Essex and Duffy
Air Date: 2011-02-21
1. Jennifer Lopez, Jonathan Ross, David Haye
Air Date: 2011-06-17
Kicking off the first show in the new series, Alan is joined by guests Jennifer Lopez, who chats and performs her latest single 'I'm into You', and Jonathan Ross, who talks about his new show Penn and Teller Fool Us. Plus, Heavyweight boxing champion David Haye drops in for a chat about his forthcoming world heavyweight unification fight against Wladimir Klitschko.
2. Elle MacPherson, Bruce Forsyth, Louis Walsh, Kaiser Chiefs
Air Date: 2011-06-24
In the second episode, Alan is joined by Elle MacPherson and Bruce Forsyth. Louis Walsh joins Alan to give the lowdown on all things X Factor, plus there's a chat with new girl-band Wonderland. Music comes from the Kaiser Chiefs, who perform a track from their latest album, Little Shocks.
3. Thandie Newton, Ben Miller, Jo Frost, Liam Gallagher
Air Date: 2011-07-01
In this show Alan is joined by Thandie Newton and Ben Miller, who talk about their latest movie, Huge. Supernanny Jo Frost discusses her new book and series, Jo Frost's Extreme Parental Guidance, while music and chat comes from Liam Gallagher, who will be performing The Beat Goes On with his band - Beady Eye.
4. Eddie Izzard, Chris Moyles, Prof. Brian Cox and Hard-Fi
Air Date: 2011-07-08
Featured Eddie Izzard, Chris Moyles, Prof. Brian Cox and Hard-Fi. Hard-Fi performed
5. Matt Smith, David Hasselhoff, Taylor-Ann Hasselhoff, Hayley Hasselhoff; JLS
Air Date: 2011-07-15
In this show Alan's guests are Doctor Who himself Matt Smith, David Hasselhoff and his two daughters, Taylor-Ann and Hayley Hasselhoff; JLS, who give Alan the lowdown on their new single, She Makes Me Wanna.
6. Matt Horne, Jason Bateman, Charlie Day, Jason Sudeikis, Sherrie Hewson, Denise Welch, Carol McGiffin, The Kooks
Air Date: 2011-07-22
Alan Carr continues his series of celeb-fuelled antics and mischievous chat. In this show, Gavin and Stacey star Matt Horne talks about his latest film Horrid Henry: The Movie 3D. The Loose Women team - Sherrie Hewson, Denise Welch and Carol McGiffin pop in for a natter. And three stars of the new US comedy film Horrible Bosses - Jason Bateman, Charlie Day and Jason Sudeikis - join Alan on the sofa. Plus music from The Kooks, who perform Is It Me from their latest album.
7. One Direction, Bradley Cooper, Stephen Merchant, Will Young
Air Date: 2011-07-29
In this show, Alan is joined by X Factor finalists of 2010 One Direction in their first TV interview. Stephen Merchant, the tallest man in comedy, pops in to talk about his forthcoming stand-up tour. Hollywood actor Bradley Cooper talks about his film Limitless. Plus, Will Young performs his latest single Jealousy.
8. Justin Timberlake and Mila Kunis, Cast of Inbetweeners, Jessie J
Air Date: 2011-08-05
In this last episode of the current series Alan is joined by pop superstar Justin Timberlake and actress Mila Kunis to talk about their new movie, Friends with Benefits. The cast of Inbetweeners pop in to talk about their forthcoming film. Plus UK pop sensation Jessie J chats to Alan and performs her new single Who's Laughing Now.
1. Nicole Scherzinger, Simon Pegg, Nick Frost, Matt Cardle
Air Date: 2011-10-30
Nicole Scherzinger, Simon Pegg, Nick Frost, Matt Cardle
2. Westlife, Dermot O'Leary, David Walliams, Mary J Blige
Air Date: 2011-11-06
Westlife, Dermot O'Leary, David Walliams, Mary J Blige, The Saturdays
3. Gary Barlow, Kelly Rowland, Louis Walsh, Tulisa Contostavlos, Tinie Tempah, Terry Wogan, Kasabian
Air Date: 2011-11-13
Gary Barlow, Kelly Rowland, Louis Walsh, Tulisa Contostavlos, Tinie Tempah, Terry Wogan, Kasabian
4. Lady Gaga, Dannii Minogue, Peter Kay, Ed Sheeran
Air Date: 2011-11-20
Lady Gaga, Dannii Minogue, Peter Kay, Ed Sheeran
5. Lee Evans, One Direction
Air Date: 2011-11-27
Lee Evans, One Direction
6. Stars of Life's Too Short, Ricky Gervais and Warwick Davis, as well as DJ Vernon Kay
Air Date: 2011-12-04
Alan is joined by the stars of Life's Too Short, Ricky Gervais and Warwick Davis, as well as DJ Vernon Kay
7. Christmas Special 2011
Air Date: 2011-12-25
David Walliams, Ruth Jones, Jedward and Steps join Alan for a festive edition of Chatty Man.
8. New Year Specstacular
Air Date: 2011-12-31
Alan Carr has been left in charge of Channel 4 HQ and is set to throw a New Year's Eve party to remember. He is joined by a host of special guests including Jonathan Ross, Micky Flanagan, Melanie Sykes, Gok Wan, Kirstie Allsopp, Alesha Dixon, Bruno Tonioli, Heston Blumenthal, Olly Murs, Paddy McGuinness, Rachel Riley and Shelley von Strunckel. There are sketches and entertaining games along with raucous audience participation, and music from JLS and The Ting Tings.
1. The Saturdays, Jimmy Carr, Tulisa Contostavlos and Paul Weller
Air Date: 2012-04-27
The Saturdays, Jimmy Carr, Tulisa Contostavlos and Paul Weller
2. Eddie Izzard, David Walliams, Amanda Holden, the cast of Made in Chelsea and Gossip.
Air Date: 2012-05-04
Alan is joined by comedy superstar Eddie Izzard who chats about his Force Majeure world tour, Britain's Got Talent judges David Walliams and Amanda Holden, plus the cast of Made in Chelsea. Music is from Gossip who perform Perfect World.
3. Supreme Leader Admiral General Aladeen of Wadiya, Ray Winstone, Phillip Schofield, Holly Willoughby and Rebecca Ferguson
Air Date: 2012-05-11
In this week's episode, Supreme Leader Admiral General Aladeen of Wadiya is on the show to promote his new film The Dictator, actor Ray Winstone joins Alan to chat about his latest film, Snow White and the Huntsman, plus all the news from This Morning hosts Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby. Musical guest Rebecca Ferguson performs Glitter and Gold.
4. Kim Kardashian, Sean Lock, Jon Richardson and Nelly Futardo
Air Date: 2012-05-18
In this episode, US TV star Kim Kardashian pops in for a chat, 8 Out of 10 Cats team captains, Sean Lock and Jon Richardson join Alan to talk about Channel 4's Comedy Gala at the 02 in aid of Great Ormond Street Hospital due to air on Channel 4 next week, and musical guest Nelly Furtado performs her new single Big Hoops.
5. John Bishop, Cuba Gooding Jr, will.i.am and Plan B
Air Date: 2012-05-25
In this week's episode Alan is joined by much-loved comedian John Bishop, US movie star Cuba Gooding Jr, who tells Alan all about his latest movie, Red Tails; will.i.am drops in to share the latest news from The Voice. And music is from Plan B who performs a track from his new album, ill Manors.
6. Michael McIntyre, Kylie Minogue, Little Mix and Kaiser Chiefs
Air Date: 2012-06-01
In the final episode of the current series, Alan is joined by comedian Michael McIntyre who chats about his forthcoming autumn arena tour. Celebrating 25 years in the music industry, the princess of pop Kylie Minogue drops in. Plus current X Factor winners Little Mix join Alan for their first major TV interview ahead of their forthcoming debut single. Music is from Kaiser Chiefs performing I Predict a Riot.
1. Gok Wan, Adam Hills, David Weir, Eleanor Simmonds, Alex Brooker, Jody Cundy and Pink
Air Date: 2012-09-14
2. Matt Smith, Kelly Osbourne, Jack Whitehall, Greg McHugh, Joe Thomas, Zawe Ashton, Charlotte Ritchie, Kimberley Nixon, Jonnie Peacock and Example
Air Date: 2012-09-21
Matt Smith, Kelly Osbourne, Jack Whitehall, Greg McHugh, Joe Thomas, Zawe Ashton, Charlotte Ritchie, Kimberley Nixon, Jonnie Peacock and Example
3. Jessie J, One Direction, Kevin McCloud and Alicia Keys
Air Date: 2012-09-28
Jessie J, One Direction, Kevin McCloud and Alicia Keys
4. Paddy McGuinness, Theo Paphitis, Deborah Meaden, Duncan Bannatyne, Peter Jones and Conor Maynard
Air Date: 2012-10-05
Paddy McGuinness, Theo Paphitis, Deborah Meaden, Duncan Bannatyne, Peter Jones and Conor Maynard
5. Cheryl Cole, McFly, Dara O'Briain, Leona Lewis
Air Date: 2012-10-12
6. Chris O'Dowd, Kelly Brook and JLS
Air Date: 2012-10-26
7. Gary Barlow, Louis Walsh, Tulisa and Nicole Scherzinger
Air Date: 2012-11-02
All four X Factor judges - Gary Barlow, Louis Walsh, Tulisa and Nicole Scherzinger join Alan to reveal the latest news and gossip from the current series. Some of the cast from Downton Abbey pop by for a chat - Sophie McShera (Daisy), Ed Speelers (Jimmy) and Rob James-Collier (Thomas) - and Nicki Minaj drops in to talk about her latest album. Plus music from Paloma Faith, who sings Never Tear Us Apart.
8. Jamie Oliver, Jimmy Doherty, Taylor Swift, The Wanted and The Killers
Air Date: 2012-11-09
Alan is joined on the sofa by Jamie Oliver and Jimmy Doherty who talk about their new Channel 4 show, Food Fight Club, The Wanted discuss their new single, American music star Taylor Swift chats about her new album Red, while The Killers perform their latest single, Miss Atomic Bomb.
9. Julia Davis, John Bishop, Melanie Chisholm, Emma Bunton, Geri Halliwell and Rita Ora
Air Date: 2012-10-16
Alan is joined on the sofa by comedy actress Julia Davis who chats about the DVD release of Hunderby, comedian John Bishop pops by to talk about the DVD of his latest stand-up show Rollercoaster, Mel C, Emma Bunton and Geri Halliwell join Alan to talk about Viva Forever!, the new musical based around the songs of The Spice Girls; while Rita Ora performs her latest single, Shine Ya Light, live in the studio.
10. Rhod Gilbert, Paul O'Grady, Noel Gallagher
Air Date: 2012-11-23
Joining Alan on this week's show is top Welsh comedian Rhod Gilbert who chats about his latest tour and DVD release. The effervescent Paul O Grady pops in to tell Alan about his latest autobiography, Still Standing and the return of Lily Savage in this year's panto production of Aladdin at the O2 Arena. Plus, Noel Gallagher chats and perform AKA... What a Life from his latest album.
11. Kevin Bridges, Dermot O'Leary, David Walliams, Lawson
Air Date: 2012-11-30
Alan is joined by comedian Kevin Bridges, who chats about his new DVD; Dermot O'Leary, who reveals the latest X Factor news; David Walliams, who drops in to talk about his latest project; and Lawson, who perform live in the studio.
12. Michael McIntyre, Keith Lemon, Will.i.am and Daley featuring Jessie J
Air Date: 2012-12-07
Alan is joined in the studio by top funnyman Michael McIntyre, who tells Alan all about his latest stand-up DVD, Michael McIntyre Showtime, while Celebrity Juice host Keith Lemon spills the beans about his new autobiography, Being Keith, and The Voice judge and Black Eye Peas star Will.i.am pops in for a chat. Music is from Daley featuring Jessie J - perfoming Remember Me live in the studio.
13. Davina McCall, Jon Richardson, Harry Hill and Rebecca Ferguson
Air Date: 2012-12-14
Alan's guests include Million Pound Drop presenter Davina McCall, who chats about her latest fitness DVD Davina Intense, comedian Jon Richardson, discusses his debut DVD, Funny Magnet, Olly Murs pops in for a chat and comedian Harry Hill gives the lowdown about his tour and latest TV Burp DVD. Plus Rebecca Ferguson, performs Shoulder to Shoulder live in the studio.
14. Gordon Ramsay, Sir Ian McKellen, Miranda Hart and Kylie Minogue
Air Date: 2012-12-21
In the final show of the current series, chef supremo Gordon Ramsay tells Alan all about his Christmas TV special - a cook-along-live on Christmas Day. Sir Ian McKellen talks about reprising his role of Gandalf for the forthcoming film: The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, and Miranda Hart gives the lowdown on her award-winning series Miranda. And music is from Kylie Minogue who performs a special version of Better the Devil You Know from her latest album, Kylie: The Abbey Road Sessions.
15. Christmas Special: David Walliams, JLS, McFly and Hilary Devey
Air Date: 2012-12-25
Alan's Christmas special is full of festive frolics plus the odd song or two by Alan's Christmas house band McFly, who perform a special medley of their greatest hits. Chart toppers JLS join Alan on the sofa along with ex-Dragon's Den star Hilary Devey, who chats to Alan about her two new programmes for Channel 4, and David Walliams who drops by to talk about Christmas.
16. The Chatty Man Mash Up
Air Date: 2013-01-04
The Chatty Man Mash Up will see a very special host hijack the chair and tuck in to his drinks globe, as Alan finds out what it's like to be a guest on his own show.
17. Alan Carr's New Year Specstacular 2012
Air Date: 2012-12-31
1. Robbie Williams, Jack Dee, Dara O Briain, Melanie C, Jaime Winstone & Sue Perkins
Air Date: 2013-03-01
Kicking off the first show in the new series is pop star royalty Robbie Williams, who performs his new single, Be a Boy. Fresh from their Comic Relief Zambezi River Challenge, Jack Dee, Dara O Briain and Melanie C join Alan, and Jaime Winstone and Sue Perkins also pop in for a chat.
2. Ant and Dec, Joanna Lumley, Rylan Clark & The Vaccines
Air Date: 2013-03-08
Alan is joined by Ant and Dec who herald the return of Saturday Night Takeaway. Joanna Lumley and X Factor star and recent Celebrity Big Brother winner Rylan Clark pop in for a chat, while music is by The Vaccines, who perform their latest single Bad Mood.
3. Ryan Reynolds, The Saturdays & Sean Paul
Air Date: 2013-03-22
Guests joining Alan include Hollywood actor Ryan Reynolds who talks about his latest movie The Croods, top girl band The Saturdays featuring Sean Paul chat to Alan and perform their new single What about Us.
4. Russell Brand, Jools Holland, Terry Mynott & Tom Odell
Air Date: 2013-03-29
In this edition Russell Brand drops in for a chat, Jools Holland talks about his new series of 'Later' and album 'The Golden Age of Song'; Terry Mynott talks about his show The Mimic, while music is from Tom Odell, who performs Hold Me.
5. Brian Cox, Paul Gascoigne & Fall Out Boy
Air Date: 2013-04-12
In the fifth show Alan is joined by Paul Gascoigne for an exclusive chat, Professor Brian Cox talks about his new series Science Britannica, while Fall Out Boy perform their latest single 'My songs Know What You Did in the Dark (Light 'Em Up).
6. Jennifer Saunders, Bill Bailey, Charlie Brooks & Fun
Air Date: 2013-04-19
Alan welcomes viewers to his sofa for celebrity chat, top musical guests and general mischievous mayhem. In the sixth show, Alan is joined by comedians Jennifer Saunders and Bill Bailey, while Charlie Brooks aka Janine from EastEnders, tells Alan all about her return to Albert Square, plus US band Fun perform their latest single All Alone.
7. JLS, Sarah Millican, Danny Dyer & Laura Mvula
Air Date: 2013-04-26
In this edition Alan is joined by boyband JLS and brilliant comic Sarah Millican, who tells Alan all about hew new tour Home Bird, Danny Dyer drops in to talk about his new film Vendetta, while music is by hot new UK singer Laura Mvula, who sings That's Alright in the studio.
8. Bruce Forsyth, Steve Coogan, Jo Brand, Seann Walsh & Little Mix
Air Date: 2013-05-03
Alan is joined by Bruce Forsyth, Steve Coogan, Jo Brand and Seann Walsh. Plus girl group Little Mix sing their new single How Ya Doin'? live in the studio.
9. Rob Brydon, David Gandy, Amanda Holden & Jessie Ware
Air Date: 2013-05-10
Alan kicks off the weekend as he welcomes viewers to his sofa for celebrity chat, top musical guests and general mischievous mayhem. Guests include Essex born supermodel David Gandy, Rob Brydon and Amanda Holden, and music is from Jessie Ware who performs her latest single, Imagine It Was Us.
10. Rod Stewart, Dawn O'Porter, Miles Kane & Made in Chelsea
Air Date: 2013-05-17
Alan kicks off the weekend as he welcomes viewers to his sofa for celebrity chat, top musical guests and general mischievous mayhem. Guests include Rod Stewart, some of the cast of Made in Chelsea, Dawn O'Porter and Miles Kane, who performs his latest single, Don't Forget Who You Are, live in the studio.
11. Zach Galifianakis, Ken Jeong, Ed Helms, Stephen Graham, Helen Flanagan & Olly Murs
Air Date: 2013-05-24
Alan welcomes viewers to his sofa for celebrity chat, top musical guests and general mischievous mayhem. In this show Alan is joined by Zach Galifianakis, Ken Jeong and Ed Helms who talk about their latest film, The Hangover Part III, Ex-Corrie star, Helen Flanagan joins Alan for a catch up, while Brit actor and now US movie star, Stephen Graham chats about his new film, Blood. Plus, pop star and TV presenter Olly Murs performs his new single Dear Darlin live in the studio.
12. Clare Balding, Demi Lovato & Mark Owen
Air Date: 2013-05-31
Winner of Best Chat Show at the National Television Awards, Alan Carr: Chatty Man kicks the weekend off in style with oodles of mischievous chat and top musical performances.
1. Lee Evans, Keeley Hawes, Deborah Meaden, Peter Jones, Duncan Bannatyne, Kelly Hoppen, Sharon Osbourne and Rizzle Kicks
Air Date: 2013-08-30
Funnyman Alan Carr welcomes two of the stars of the West End comedy Barking in Essex - Lee Evans and Keeley Hawes - along with Kelly Hoppen, Peter Jones, Deborah Meaden and Duncan Bannatyne from the new series of Dragon's Den, to his sofa. Sharon Osbourne also drops in to talk about the X Factor. Plus music from Rizzle Kicks, who perform their single Lost Generation.
2. Channing Tatum, Jamie Foxx, David Walliams, Kirstie Allsopp, Phil Spencer and MKS
Air Date: 2013-09-06
3. Sean Lock, Mel Giedroyc, Sue Perkins and Miley Cyrus
Air Date: 2013-09-13
Alan is joined by US pop star Miley Cyrus who chats and performs her latest single We Can't Stop. Plus Mel Giedroyc and Sue Perkins drop in to discuss the Great British Bake Off.
4. Matthew Fox and Jessie J
Air Date: 2013-09-20
5. David Haye, Justin Timberlake and Rihanna
Air Date: 2013-09-27
6. Tess Daly, Ben Cohen, Abbey Clancy, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, David Mitchell and James McAvoy.
Air Date: 2013-10-04
In tonight's show Alan is joined by Tess Daly, Ben Cohen, Abbey Clancy, Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Julien Macdonald from the latest series of Strictly Come Dancing, David Mitchell drops in to discuss his new Channel 4 show Was It Something I Said?, and actor James McAvoy chats about his latest movie, Filth. Plus music from Iggy Azalea, who performs Change Your Life.
7. Nicole Scherzinger, Johnny Knoxville, Gok Wan and One Republic
Air Date: 2013-10-11
In tonight's show Alan is joined by X Factor judge Nicole Scherzinger, US actor and Jackass star Johnny Knoxville who discusses his new film Jackass Presents: Bad Grandpa, and Gok Wan tells Alan all about his new book Gok's Wok, while music is from One Republic who perform their latest single Counting Stars.
8. Britney Spears, Mo Farah, Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Jake Bugg
Air Date: 2013-10-18
Award-winning Alan Carr presents another celebrity-packed Chatty Man. Guests include pop superstar Britney Spears, who chats exclusively about her new single Work Bitch. London 2012 Olympic hero and long distance runner Mo Farah discusses his new autobiography Twin Ambitions, while US movie star Joseph Gordon-Levitt talks about his new film Don Jon. Plus music from Jake Bugg who performs What Doesn't Kill You in the studio.
9. Amanda Holden, Jared Leto and Icona Pop
Air Date: 2013-10-25
Award-winning funnyman Alan Carr is joined by Amanda Holden who chats about her new autobiography, No Holding Back - My Story. American actor and musician Jared Leto talks about his rock band Thirty Seconds To Mars and their new album and tour. Plus music from Swedish duo Icona Pop, who perform a medley of their hits I Love It and All Night.
10. James Corden, Tom Hiddleston, Joan Collins and Tinie Tempah
Air Date: 2013-11-02
Alan Carr welcomes guests James Corden to chat about the DVD release of his latest series The Wrong Mans; Tom Hiddleston discusses his role in Thor: The Dark World; while Joan Collins shares some of her latest memoirs from Joan Collins, Passion for Life. Plus music from Tinie Tempah who performs Children of the Sun.
11. Robin Thicke, Paul O'Grady, Jack Whitehall
Air Date: 2013-11-08
Alan's guests include Robin Thicke performing his latest single Give It 2 U, Paul O'Grady drops in for a good old natter about his new chat show and comedian Jack Whitehall and his father Michael discuss their new book.
12. Russell Brand, Adam Hills, Derren Brown, The Wanted
Air Date: 2013-11-15
Alan's guests include comedian Russell Brand to talk about his new DVD The Messiah Complex, while host of Channel 4's The Last Leg, Adam Hills, discusses his Happyism DVD. Plus a live performance from The Wanted.
13. Micky Flanagan, Sheridan Smith, Made In Chelsea, Bastille
Air Date: 2013-11-22
Micky Flanagan tells Alan about his latest DVD, Back in the Game. Award-winning actress Sheridan Smith talks about her latest movie Powder Room. The cast of Made In Chelsea appear too. Plus music from Bastille who perform Of the Night.
14. Nick Grimshaw, Josh Widdicombe, Louis Walsh, Russell Tovey, Beady Eye
Air Date: 2013-11-29
Alan Carr is joined on the sofa by Radio 1 Breakfast Show host Nick Grimshaw; comedian Josh Widdicombe, who talks about his latest DVD; Louis Walsh provides all the news on The X Factor; and Him & Her star Russell Tovey also drops by for a chat. Plus Beady Eye perform their new single Iz Rite.
15. Lady Gaga, John Bishop, Heston Blumenthal
Air Date: 2013-12-06
This week's guests include Lady Gaga, who tells Alan all about her new album Artpop and gives an exclusive performance of Do What You Want. Also John Bishop, who talks about his Supersonic 2014 tour, and top chef Heston Blumenthal.
16. Seann Walsh, Michael Bublé, Keith Lemon
Air Date: 2013-12-13
Alan is joined by comedians Seann Walsh and Keith Lemon and Canadian singer/songwriter Michael Bublé, who drops in for a chat and performs his latest single, You Make Me Feel So Young.
17. Lee Mack, Bruce Forsyth, Katy Perry
Air Date: 2013-12-20
Alan is joined by Lee Mack, who chats about the Christmas special of Not Going Out; Bruce Forsyth discusses the Strictly Come Dancing final; and Katy Perry chats and performs Unconditionally live in the studio.
18. Davina McCall, Russell Brand, David Dickinson, Little Mix
Air Date: 2013-12-25
Russell Brand talk about his new DVD Messiah Complex, while host of Channel 4's The Last Leg, Adam Hills, discusses his Happyism DVD. Plus a chat with Derren Brown, and a live performance from The Wanted.
1. Gary Barlow, Ricky Gervais, Jessica Hynes, Kermit and Constatine
Air Date: 2014-03-28
Alan is joined by singer, songwriter and X Factor judge Gary Barlow, who also performs his latest single Since I Saw You Last. Comedian and actor Ricky Gervais joins Alan to talk about his latest film Muppets Most Wanted, together with two of the movie's stars - the one and only Kermit the Frog and his froggy nemesis Constantine. And Jessica Hynes tells Alan about reprising her role as Siobhan Sharpe in the new comedy W1A.
2. Grand National Special
Air Date: 2014-04-04
The host presents a themed edition of his chat show, with jockey Frankie Dettori among his guests, and the draw for Channel 4's Celebrity Twitter Sweepstake. Joining in the fun are US pop star Enrique Iglesias, who performs his single I'm a Freak, rapper and producer Will.i.am, who talks about the final of The Voice and his coaching role on the BBC One talent show, and actress Ruth Jones, discussing her hit Sky1 comedy drama Stella
3. David Walliams, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon, Jennifer Saunders, Noel Edmonds, The Vamps
Air Date: 2014-04-11
David Walliams, Amanda Holden and Alesha Dixon talk about this year's series of Britain's Got Talent, comedy actress Jennifer Saunders discusses the paperback release of her autobiography Bonkers: My Life in Laughs, and Deal or No Deal host Noel Edmonds looks back on his TV career. Indie-pop group the Vamps perform their single Last Night
4. Cameron Diaz, Leslie Mann, Kate Upton, Paul Hollywood, Paddy McGuinness, Katy B
Air Date: 2014-04-18
The host is joined by US film stars Cameron Diaz, Leslie Mann and Kate Upton, who talk about their new comedy The Other Woman, TV chef and baker Paul Hollywood discusses the Get Your Bake On UK tour, and presenter and comic Paddy McGuinness provides an insight into his new TV game show Amazing Greys. Katy B performs her latest single Still
5. Martin Freeman, Lindsay Lohan, Dr. Christian Jessen, The Kooks
Air Date: 2014-04-25
6. Heston Blumenthal, Frank Skinner, Seb Cardinal and Dustin Demri-Burns, Paloma Faith
Air Date: 2014-05-02
The toothy funnyman presents another edition of celebrity-fuelled antics, mischievous chat and music. Singer-songwriter Paloma Faith talks about her latest album A Perfect Contradiction and performs her new single Only Love Can Hurt Like This. Fantastical chef Heston Blumenthal discusses the return of Heston's Great British Food on Channel 4, and Seb Cardinal and Dustin Demri-Burns wax lyrical about the new serious of their award-winning Cardinal Burns
7. John Torode, Gregg Wallace, Lily Allen, Courtney Love
Air Date: 2014-05-09
The excitable host is joined by MasterChef judges John Torode and Gregg Wallace as the latest series of the cooking show nears its final. Pop star Lily Allen chats and performs her latest single Our Time, and US rocker Courtney Love talks about her forthcoming UK tour
8. Kylie Minogue, Ian McKellen, Nick Grimshaw
Air Date: 2014-05-16
Alan is joined by pop sensation Kylie Minogue who talks about her latest album and performs her single, I Was Gonna Cancel, live in the studio. Multi award-winning actor Sir Ian McKellen chats to Alan about his eagerly-awaited movie X-Men: Days of Future Past, and breakfast show presenter Nick Grimshaw gives the lowdown on Radio 1's Big Weekend festival.
9. John Cleese, Mary Portas, Ellie Goulding
Air Date: 2014-05-23
The funnyman is joined by comedy legend John Cleese, who looks back on his career and talks about the Monty Python reunion and live shows. Shopping guru Mary Portas gives the lowdown on her new series and singer-songwriter Ellie Goulding discusses her new album and performs Beating Heart live in the studio
10. Amanda Seyfried, Adam Hills, Jason Biggs, Taylor Schilling, Danielle Brooks, Laura Prepon, Foxes
Air Date: 2014-05-30
Amanda Seyfried talks about her role in Seth MacFarlane's new film A Million Ways to Die in the West, and The Last Leg host Adam Hills discusses Channel 4's Comedy Gala at the O2 and Celebrity Fifteen to One. Plus, the stars of Netflix prison drama Orange Is the New Black - Jason Biggs, Taylor Schilling, Danielle Brooks and Laura Prepon, and zany TV presenter Keith Lemon also drop in, and singer-songwriter Foxes performs Let Go for Tonight
11. Kevin Bridges, Carrie Fisher, Channing Tatum & Jonah Hill, Example
Air Date: 2014-06-06
Award-winning funnyman Alan Carr's penultimate show in the current series welcomes Star Wars legend Carrie Fisher, comedian Kevin Bridges and stars of the new movie 22 Jump Street, Channing Tatum and Jonah Hill. Music is from Example, who plays his new single One More Day (Stay with Me) live in the studio.
12. Pharrell Williams, Cher Lloyd and Nicole Sherzinger
Air Date: 2014-06-13
For the final show in the current series, the funnyman is joined by guests including singer-songwriter and producer Pharrell Williams, who talks about his new single Marilyn Monroe, while singer-songwriter Cher Lloyd discusses her latest album Sorry I'm Late. Plus, former X Factor judge Nicole Scherzinger performs her latest track Your Love live in the studio. Last in the series.
13. Summer Special
Air Date: 2014-07-25
Alan Carr's Chatty Man Summer Special is a two-part show that's bursting with high season fun. Guests lining up on the sofa are Miranda Hart, who talks about her latest stand-up arena tour. Hollywood action man Vin Diesel gives the lowdown on his latest film Guardians of the Galaxy. The stars of The Inbetweeners 2 movie - James Buckley, Simon Bird, Blake Harrison and Joe Thomas - chat about their forthcoming film release. Host of the new Virtually Famous show Kevin McHale joins in the fun and Noel Fielding takes a little road trip to the beach with Alan. Plus, music from Rizzle Kicks who perform their latest single Tell Her live in the studio.
14. Summer Special
Air Date: 2014-07-25
Alan Carr's Chatty Man Summer Special - Alan hosts the concluding part with Miranda Hart who talks about her latest stand-up arena tour. Hollywood action man Vin Diesel gives the lowdown on his latest film Guardians of the Galaxy. The stars of The Inbetweeners 2 movie - James Buckley, Simon Bird, Blake Harrison and Joe Thomas chat about their forthcoming film release. Plus, Rizzle Kicks perform their latest single Tell Her live in the studio.
15. Summer Special
Air Date: 2014-07-25
Alan hosts this Chatty Man Summer Special with Miranda Hart who talks about her latest stand-up arena tour. Hollywood action man Vin Diesel gives the lowdown on his latest film Guardians of the Galaxy. The stars of The Inbetweeners 2 movie - James Buckley, Simon Bird, Blake Harrison and Joe Thomas - chat about their forthcoming film release. Plus, Rizzle Kicks perform their latest single Tell Her live in the studio.
1. Jack Whitehall, Jon Richardson, Matt Forde, Kasabian
Air Date: 2014-09-12
The bespectacled funnyman returns for a 13th series of musical performances and banter from celebrity guests, from whom - if a little alcohol-fuelled - he hopes to draw out their biggest secrets. Alan has lined up another star-studded array of international and home-grown personalities, including comedian and actor Jack Whitehall, stopping by to discuss the return of his sitcom Bad Education. Also dropping in are fellow comedians Jon Richardson and Matt Forde, while music for the evening will be provided by Kasabian with a performance of their latest single Bumblebeee
2. Dan Aykroyd, Kate Hudson, Zach Braff, Lee Mack
Air Date: 2014-09-19
Dan Aykroyd talks about his role in the James Brown biopic Get on Up, and fellow Hollywood stars Kate Hudson and Zach Braff discuss their new comedy drama Wish I Was Here. Plus, funnyman Lee Mack on his live stand-up tour, Hit the Road Mack, and Professor Green performing Little Secrets from his album Growing Up in Public
3. Lionel Richie, Nick Grimshaw, Jessie J, Billy Howle, Jessie Cave, Jordan Stephens, Charlotte Spencer
Air Date: 2014-09-26
American superstar Lionel Richie looks back on his long career in music, Radio 1 breakfast host Nick Grimshaw discusses his first compilation album and pop star Jessie J tells Alan about her new single Bang Bang, which also features Nicki Minaj and Ariana Grande. Singer-songwriter Ella Eyre performs Comeback live in the studio. Plus, Billy Howle, Jessie Cave, Jordan Stephens and Charlotte Spencer discuss their new roles in E4 drama Glue
4. Samuel L Jackson, John Bishop, Ella Henderson
Air Date: 2014-10-03
The Bafta-winning funnyman is joined by Hollywood superstar Samuel L Jackson, Liverpudlian comedian John Bishop, ahead of his new Supersonic arena tour, and singer-songwriter Ella Henderson, who performs her second single, Glow, live in the studio
5. Hugh Grant, Davina McCall, Christian Jessen, Noel Fielding
Air Date: 2014-10-10
Hugh Grant talks about his new romantic comedy The Rewrite, Davina McCall and Christian Jessen discuss the forthcoming Stand Up to Cancer fundraising event on Channel 4 and comedian Noel Fielding reveals details of his new stand-up tour. Plus, Ariana Grande performs her latest single Break Free
6. James Nesbitt, Taylor Swift, Kevin Bridges
Air Date: 2014-10-24
The host's guests this evening include actor James Nesbitt, talking about the return of police comedy drama Babylon on Channel 4, and Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Taylor Swift, who chats and performs Shake It Off from her forthcoming album 1989. Plus, Scottish comedian Kevin Bridges, on his debut autobiography
7. Dermot O'Leary, Elijah Wood, Naomi Campbell, Paloma Faith
Air Date: 2014-10-31
The host is joined by presenter Dermot O'Leary, who dishes the dirt on all things X Factor and talks about his new book The Soundtrack to My Life, and Hollywood actor Elijah Wood, discussing his 1950s-set drama Set Fire to the Stars. Plus, supermodel Naomi Campbell, who is currently appearing in The Face USA on Sky Living, and music by Paloma Faith, performing her latest single Ready for the Good Life.
8. Derren Brown, Sue Perkins, Nina Conti and Jungle
Air Date: 2014-11-07
The award-winning funnyman is joined by illusionist Derren Brown, who talks about his 2015 live tour, Miracle, and Sue Perkins tells of her travels through Southeast Asia filming a new documentary series about the Mekong river. Plus, ventriloquist extraordinaire Nina Conti drops in, ahead of her new DVD release, and Mercury Prize-nominated band Jungle perform their single Busy Earnin' live.
9. Charlie Day, Jason Sudeikis, Russell Howard, Lorde
Air Date: 2014-11-14
The host is joined by Charlie Day and Jason Sudeikis - two of the stars of Horrible Bosses 2 - and comedian Russell Howard, who chats about Wonderbox Live, his latest stand-up DVD. Music comes from New Zealand singer-songwriter Lorde, who performs Yellow Flicker Beat in the studio.
10. Bette Midler, Keith Lemon, James Blunt, Sam Smith
Air Date: 2014-11-21
The host is joined by multiple Grammy-winning entertainer Bette Midler, who talks about her new album It's the Girls!, and Through the Keyhole and Celebrity Juice host Keith Lemon drops by to discuss his latest book releases. Plus, singer-songwriter James Blunt talks about his forthcoming single When I Find Love Again. Brit-winning soul singer Sam Smith performs his new single Like I Can, live in the studio.
11. Russell Brand, Rafe Spall, Warwick Davis, Jim Broadbent, David Guetta
Air Date: 2014-11-28
Comedian and actor Russell Brand talks about his new book Revolution, and actors Rafe Spall, Warwick Davis and Jim Broadbent speak about their new Christmas comedy film Get Santa. Plus, French DJ superstar David Guetta discusses his latest single and Canadian singer-songwriter Kiesza performs her hit single Hideaway
12. Bruce Forsyth, Lee Evans, Richard Hamond, Fleur East, Andrea Faustini, Ben Haenow, Lauren Platt
Air Date: 2014-12-05
The host is joined by entertainer Bruce Forsyth, who will be returning to Strictly Come Dancing for their Christmas special, and comedian Lee Evans, who talks about his new stand-up DVD Monsters, which follows his recent tour of the UK and Ireland. Top Gear star Richard Hammond drops in to talk about his series Wild Weather with Richard Hammond, and X Factor finalists Fleur East, Andrea Faustini, Ben Haenow and Lauren Platt discuss the show ahead of the weekend's semi-finals. Providing the music is singer-songwriter George Ezra, with his latest single Listen to the Man
13. Stephen Fry, Micky Flanagan, Clare Balding, Gorgon City
Air Date: 2014-12-12
The host is joined by the nation's favourite polymath Stephen Fry, who talks about his new book More Fool Me, cockney comedian Micky Flanagan, discussing the DVD release of his series Detour de France, and sports presenter Clare Balding, on her latest book Walking Home: My Family and Other Rambles. Plus, electro duo Gorgon City perform Go All Night, featuring vocals from Jennifer Hudson.
14. Gemma Arterton, Brendan O'Carroll, Tom Odell, Greg Davies
Air Date: 2014-12-19
The comedian's guests include former Bond girl Gemma Arterton, who talks about taking to the West End stage for the Made in Dagenham musical, and Brendan O'Carroll, star and creator of Mrs Brown's Boys, discussing his latest book. Singer-songwriter Tom Odell performs his new single Real Love live in the studio.
15. Terry Wogan, Sarah Millican, Phillip Schofield, Dan Stevens, Emma Willis, Gino D'Acampo, Sam Smith, George Ezra, McBusted
Air Date: 2014-12-25
The comedian hosts an extended show filled with festive fun and frolics, plus the odd song or two by the evening's house band. Chatting to Alan on the sofa are broadcasting legend Terry Wogan, comedienne Sarah Millican, This Morning presenter Phillip Schofield, actor Dan Stevens - star of Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb - and Celebrity Big Brother presenter Emma Willis. All the guests join in with Gino D'Acampo for some Christmas cooking, and there's live music by singer-songwriters Sam Smith and George Ezra, and pop supergroup McBusted.
1. Rita Ora, Will.i.am, Ricky Wilson, Tom Jones, Antonio Banderas, Steph Parker, Dom Parker
Air Date: 2015-03-20
The NTA-winning host returns with a 14th series of celebrity-fuelled antics, mischievous chat and music. Tonight, he's joined by all four coaches from The Voice UK - Rita Ora, Will.i.am, Ricky Wilson and Tom Jones - who talk about the forthcoming live shows, as well as Hollywood star Antonio Banderas, who appears in The SpongeBob Movie: A Sponge Out of Water. Plus, Gogglebox's posh tipplers Steph and Dom Parker drop in to discuss the new series, and Ella Henderson performs her latest single Mirror Man
2. Michelle Keegan, Elijah Wood, Troy, Warwick Davis, Hudson Taylor
Air Date: 2015-03-27
Alan is joined by former soap star Michelle Keegan who drops in to discuss her new BBC drama, Ordinary Lies. Elijah Wood talks about his role in the new children's animation Over the Garden Wall, and South London magician Troy talks about his latest E4 series where he stuns unsuspecting members of the public with his distinctive blend of close-up magic, illusion and spectacular stunts. Actor Warwick Davis talks about Channel 4's Comedy Gala 2015 in aid of Great Ormond Street Hospital, while music comes from Irish folk duo Taylor Hudson who perform Chasing Rubies.
3. Noel Fielding, Frank Lampard, Denise Van Outen, Lethal Bizzle
Air Date: 2015-04-03
Alan is joined by surreal comedian Noel Fielding, who chats about his current stand-up tour, and football star Frank Lampard, who discusses his latest children's book, Frankie's Magic Football. Plus a chat with Denise Van Outen, and music from Lethal Bizzle, who performs his single Fester Skank.
4. Grand National Special
Air Date: 2015-04-10
The comedian looks ahead to this weekend's horse-racing event with Gok Wan and Nick Luck who are part of the Channel 4 presenting team, plus some surprise guests and equine themed fun and games. Other guests include Russell Brand, who chats about his latest film The Emperor's New Clothes, Game of Thrones star Maisie Williams talks about her role in the new movie The Falling and Nick Jonas, formerly of the Jonas Brothers, performs his new single Jealous live in the studio
5. Nicki Minaj, Jeremy Piven, Paddy McGuinness
Air Date: 2015-04-17
The host is joined by chart star Nicki Minaj, who chats and performs her new single The Night Is Still Young, American actor Jeremy Piven, talking about the DVD release of Mr Selfridge series three, and comedian Paddy McGuinness, with news on his stand-up tour and his role in ITV sitcom The Delivery Man
6. Kirstie Allsopp, Phil Spencer, Stephen Mangan, Charles Hamilton, Rita Ora
Air Date: 2015-04-24
The host welcomes property gurus Kirstie Allsopp and Phil Spencer, who discuss their forthcoming Channel 4 series Love It or List It, and comedy actor Stephen Mangan talks about his role in the new National Theatre play Rules for Living. There's music from rapper Charles Hamilton and The Voice judge Rita Ora, performing their single New York Raining
7. Noel Gallagher, Adam Hills, Josh Widdicombe, Alex Brooker, Will Mellor, Joanna Scanlan, Alexandra Roach, Paul Ritter
Air Date: 2015-05-01
Tonight's guests include Noel Gallagher, who talks about his career and performs his latest single Riverman with his band the High Flying Birds. The hosts of The Last Leg - Adam Hills, Josh Widdicombe and Alex Brooker - discuss their series of shows in the run-up to the General Election, Will Mellor, Joanna Scanlan, Alexandra Roach and Paul Ritter give Alan the lowdown on their new drama series No Offence
8. Anna Kendrick, Lee Mack, Danny Dyer
Air Date: 2015-05-08
Alan is joined by Hollywood star Anna Kendrick, dropping in to chat about her new film Pitch Perfect 2, comedian Lee Mack, talking about the DVD box set release of his sitcom Not Going Out, and actor Danny Dyer, sharing details on his role in EastEnders. Music comes from Clean Bandit, who perform their latest single Stronger
9. Billie Piper, Romesh Ranganathan, Phillip Schofield, Charli XCX
Air Date: 2015-05-15
Alan is joined by Billie Piper, who talks about her new series of Penny Dreadful, comedian Romesh Ranganathan drops in, and Phillip Schofield chats about the forthcoming Soap Awards, plus there's music from Charli XCX, who performs her new single, Famous, live in the studio.
10. Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon, Nick Grimshaw, Reece Shearsmith, Steve Pemberton, The Vaccines
Air Date: 2015-05-22
Ahead of the semi-finals, Britain's Got Talent judges Amanda Holden and Alesha Dixon join Alan on the sofa. Nick Grimshaw chats about the Radio 1 Big Weekend in Norwich. Comedy actors Reece Shearsmith and Steve Pemberton talk about Inside No. 9. Live music is from The Vaccines who perform their latest single Dream Lover.
11. David Gandy, RuPaul, Caroline Flack, Adam Levine
Air Date: 2015-05-29
The comedian plays host to male model David Gandy, drag queen RuPaul, X-Factor co-host Caroline Flack, who discusses the new series of Love Island, and Maroon 5 lead vocalist Adam Levine, who joins the band to perform new single Sugar
12. Peter Kay, Ellie Kemper, Adam Lambert
Air Date: 2015-06-05
Comedian and actor Peter Kay reflects on the success of his recent BBC One series Car Share, US actress Ellie Kemper talks about her online series Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, while American singer-actor Adam Lambert discusses his latest album and single Ghost Town. Plus, James Bay performs his single Hold Back the River
13. Mark Ronson, Jeremy Piven, Adrian Grenier, Kevin Connolly, Kevin Dillon, Jerry Ferrara, Katherine Parkinson, Tom Goodman-Hill, Gemma Chan
Air Date: 2015-06-12
Record producer and musician Mark Ronson drops in for a chat and performs his latest single I Can't Lose, which features newcomer Keyone Starr. Jeremy Piven, Adrian Grenier, Kevin Connolly, Kevin Dillon and Jerry Ferrara line-up on the sofa to talk about their new movie Entourage, and Katherine Parkinson, Tom Goodman-Hill and Gemma Chan discuss their roles in Channel 4's new drama Humans.
1. Tom Hardy, Stephen Graham, Vicky McClure, Demi Lovato
Air Date: 2015-09-11
The comedic host returns with a fresh run of sketches, topical discussion, news and audience participation. In the first show, actor Tom Hardy discusses his new movie Legend, in which he plays both lead roles as the infamous Kray twins, Reggie and Ronnie. Stephen Graham and Vicky McClure chat about starring in Shane Meadows' latest mini-series This is England '90 and musician and actress Demi Lovato enjoys some banter with the host before performing her latest single Cool for the Summer
2. Drew Barrymore, Toni Collette, Keith Lemon, Carly Rae Jepsen
Air Date: 2015-09-18
Hollywood stars Drew Barrymore and Toni Collette drop in to discuss their new film Miss You Already, while Keith Lemon talks about the new series of Celebrity Juice. Plus, music by Carly Rae Jepsen, who performs her single Run Away with Me live in the studio.
3. Kristen Wiig, Kate Mara, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Claudia Winkleman, Tess Daly, Selena Gomez
Air Date: 2015-09-25
The Bafta award-winning funnyman is joined by actors Kristen Wiig, Kate Mara and Chiwetel Ejiofor to chat about their new sci-fi blockbuster The Martian. Plus, Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly discuss the latest series of Strictly Come Dancing, which began in earnest earlier in the evening and actress-pop star Selena Gomez reflects on her life and times and performs her single Good for You
4. Sarah Millican, Alesha Dixon, Morrissey
Air Date: 2015-10-02
Comedienne Sarah Millican talks to the host about her new stand-up tour, Alesha Dixon discusses her latest single, and legendary musician Morrissey performs Kiss Me a Lot.
5. SU2C Special
Air Date: 2015-10-09
The comedian raises awareness for Stand Up to Cancer and Cancer Research UK's joint national fundraising campaign, which last year raised over £15.5million. Helping him are Great British Bake Off co-host Sue Perkins and This Is England '90 star Thomas Turgoose, who returns to honour his bet from an earlier show to have Alan's name tattooed on his bottom if £5,000 can be raised for SU2C. Plus, 5 Seconds of Summer perform their new single Hey Everybody!
6. Rob Delaney, Sharon Horgan, Catherine Tate, Adam Lambert, Roisin Murphy
Air Date: 2015-10-16
The host is joined by comedy actors and writers Rob Delaney and Sharon Horgan to talk about the second series of their sitcom Catastrophe, while actress Catherine Tate chats about her new film SuperBob. Plus, musician Adam Lambert discusses his latest single and Irish singer-songwriter Roisin Murphy performs Evil Eyes.
7. Goldie Hawn, Romesh Ranganathan, Rudimental
Air Date: 2015-10-23
The host is joined by iconic US actress Goldie Hawn, while comedian Romesh Ranganathan talks about his new BBC Three series Asian Provocateur and forthcoming stand-up tour. Plus, Rudimental perform their new single Lay It All on Me.
8. Nick Grimshaw, Jason Manford, Years & Years
Air Date: 2015-10-30
DJ Nick Grimshaw discusses about his role as judge in The X Factor and Radio 1's Teen Awards. Plus, comedian Jason Manford drops in to talk about his new Dave show The Money Pit, and electronica trio Years & Years perform their latest single Eyes Shut.
9. Bradley Cooper, Sienna Miller, Noel Fielding, Justin Bieber
Air Date: 2015-11-06
Actors Bradley Cooper and Sienna Miller join the host to discuss their comedy-drama Burnt, which has seen the pair reunite on the big screen following 2014's American Sniper. Plus, comedian and musician Noel Fielding chats about his latest tour, and Justin Bieber drops in for a chat and performs his latest release, What Do You Mean?
10. Russell Howard, Dawn French, Little Mix
Air Date: 2015-11-13
Guests include Russell Howard, who chats about his current series of Russell Howard's Good News, comedienne Dawn French, who discusses her new novel According to YES, and Little Mix, who perform their new single Love Me, Like You live in the studio
11. Danny Dyer, Josh Widdicombe, Rita Ora, Fleur East
Air Date: 2015-11-20
Danny Dyer talks about his book The World According to Danny Dyer: Life Lessons from the East End, while Josh Widdicombe discusses his new BBC Three sitcom Josh, and Rita Ora drops in for a chat. Plus, Fleur East performs her new single Sax.
12. Olly Murs, Grace Jones
Air Date: 2015-11-27
The host is joined by singer-presenter Olly Murs to chat about the latest series of The X Factor and perform his new single Kiss Me. Plus, singer, model and actress Grace Jones discusses her new book, I'll Never Write My Memoirs
13. Dara O Briain, Phillip Schofield, Holly Willoughby
Air Date: 2015-12-04
Comedian Dara O Briain talks about his brand new live DVD, Crowd Tickler. Plus, This Morning hosts Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby also drop in for a chat as the award-winning funnyman hosts his entertainment chat show, packed with sketches, topical discussion and audience participation
14. Lady Colin Campbell, Karl Pilkington, One Direction
Air Date: 2015-12-11
Lady Colin Campbell discusses her jungle experience on I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here! and The Moaning of Life star Karl Pilkington talks about the release of the second series on DVD. Plus, One Direction perform a track from their new album Made in the A.M
15. Kevin Bridges, Tina Fey, Gwendoline Christie
Air Date: 2015-12-18
The Bafta award-winning host is joined by comedian Kevin Bridges, who chats about his latest live stand-up DVD, Tina Fey discusses her new movie Sisters, and Gwendoline Christie talks about her role in Star Wars: The Force Awakens
16. Christmas Special: Samuel L Jackson, John Bishop, Catherine Tate's Nan, Steph and Dom, Keith Lemon, Lorraine Kelly, Little Mix, One Direction
Air Date: 2015-12-25
Joining the host on the sofa for some festive cheer are Hollywood megastar Samuel L Jackson, funnyman John Bishop, Catherine Tate's Nan, The Voice presenters Emma Willis and Marvin Humes, Gogglebox's Steph and Dom, the inimitable Keith Lemon and breakfast telly queen Lorraine Kelly. Plus, musical performances by Little Mix and One Direction.
17. Alan Carr's New Year Specstacular 2015
Air Date: 2015-12-31
Alan Carr brings in 2016 with fun and celebrity guests including David Guetta, Danny Dyer, Mel B, Greg Davies, Kelly Brook, Nish Kumar, Ellie Goulding and The Vamps

1. Matthew Perry, Phillip Schofield, Caitlin Moran, Cast of Raised by Wolves, The 1975
Air Date: 2016-03-03
Alan is joined by actor Matthew Perry and TV presenter Phillip Schofield. Plus, Caitlin Moran, Rebekah Staton, Alexa Davies, Helen Monks and Milly Risker talk about Raised by Wolves. Perry discusses his role in West End play The End of Longing and will no doubt be asked about any potential plans for a Friends reunion, while Schofield talks about the return of ITV show You're Back in the Room. Plus, music by The 1975, who perform their new single The Sound live in the studio

2. Rod Stewart, Stephen Mangan, David Coulthard, Steve Jones
Air Date: 2016-03-10
The comic is joined by Rod Stewart, who talks about his long career and also performs his latest single Hold the Line. Plus, actor and comedian Stephen Mangan talks about his forthcoming new adventure series Houdini and Doyle

3. All Saints, Steve Coogan, Michael Socha, Michaela Coel, Rob Delaney
Air Date: 2016-03-17
Alan is joined by actor and comedian Steve Coogan, recently announced to be starring as Stan in a new TV movie about Laurel and Hardy, re-formed girl group All Saints, who chat about their comeback and perform their new single One Strike, and Catastrophe star Rob Delaney, who is bringing his stand-up tour to the UK. Plus, Michael Socha and Michaela Coel chat about E4 drama The Aliens.

4. Will.i.am, Boy George, Paloma Faith, Ricky Wilson, Jack Whitehall, Charlotte Ritchie, Joe Thomas, Greg McHugh, Years and Years
Air Date: 2016-03-24
The Voice UK coaches Will.i.am, Boy George, Paloma Faith and Ricky Wilson join Alan to share their thoughts on the singing contest ahead of this weekend's first live show. Also, Fresh Meat cast members Jack Whitehall, Charlotte Ritchie, Joe Thomas and Greg McHugh talk about the final series of the student sitcom, and Years and Years perform their new single Desire.

5. Jimmy Carr, Ariane Grande, Izzy Bizu
Air Date: 2016-03-31
The host is joined by fellow stand-up and namesake Jimmy Carr, who talks about his Netflix comedy show Funny Business, among other things. Music is provided by Izzy Bizu, performing her latest single Give Me Love.

6. Jamie Oliver, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon, Fifth Harmony
Air Date: 2016-04-07
TV chef and all-round good guy Jamie Oliver drops in for a chat, and Amanda Holden and Alesha Dixon have all the gossip about the new series of Britain's Got Talent. Plus, music by Fifth Harmony, the girl group who formed on X Factor USA, performing their new single Work from Home

7. Jon Favreau, Eddie Izzard, Shawn Mendes
Air Date: 2016-04-14
The comedian is joined by Eddie Izzard, talking about his latest marathon endurance challenge in South Africa, and US actor and director Jon Favreau, who is behind the camera on The Jungle Book, Disney's live-action remake of their 1967 classic. Shawn Mendes provides the music, with his single Stitches.

8. Michael McIntyre, Scarlett Moffatt, Jack Garratt
Air Date: 2016-04-21
Alan is joined by Michael McIntyre, who has the lowdown on his new BBC One series Michael McIntyre's Big Show, and Gogglebox star Scarlett Moffatt, who has published her own book, Scarlett Says. Plus, music by Jack Garratt, performing Surprise Yourself.
9. Elizabeth Olsen, Anthony Mackie, Don Cheadle, Hugh Grant, Simon Helberg, Piers Morgan, Susanna Reid, Laura Mvula
Air Date: 2016-04-28
The funnyman is joined by a trio of stars from Captain America: Civil War - Elizabeth Olsen, Anthony Mackie and Don Cheadle - and Hugh Grant and Simon Helberg, who appear in a slightly more subdued Hollywood offering, the story of would-be opera star Florence Foster Jenkins. Piers Morgan and Susanna Reid swap one TV sofa for another as they chat about their Good Morning Britain partnership and Laura Mvula performs her new single, Phenomenal Woman.
10. Maisie Williams, Anna Friel, Nick Grimshaw, Alessia Cara
Air Date: 2016-05-05
Game of Thrones actress Maisie Williams (Arya Stark) reveals what she can about the new series, Anna Friel discusses ITV drama Marcella and Nick Grimshaw talks about Radio 1's Big Weekend at the end of the month. Music is provided by Canadian singer Alessia Cara, performing her new single Here.
1. Chatty Man Christmas Special 2016
Air Date: 2016-12-25
With Gary Barlow, Dannii Minogue, Martin Kemp, Tom Daley, Gogglebox's Chris and Stephen, Robbie Williams, Emeli Sandé, cast of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, Tom Hardy and Scarlett Moffatt
1. Chatty Man Christmas Special 2017
Air Date: 2017-12-25
Alan's celeb-fuelled festive show includes guests Noel Gallagher, Christian Slater, Lorraine Kelly, Rob Beckett, Gogglebox stars Giles and Mary, Kasabian, Adam Lambert and Dua Lipa
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Rating
4.9/10
Release Date
2009-06-14
Episodes
188 (18 seasons)
Status
Ended
Cast
Production Companies
Open Mike Productions