Doctor Who
Doctor Who is to England what Star Wars is to America. Everybody knows it. Everybody loves it, even if you say you don't. The original series began in 1963 and aired for several decades. The new series started in 2005, and it is wonderful. Time. Space. Aliens. A sonic screwdriver. It has everything. It's no wonder why this show has become such a big part of British entertainment.
Secret Diary of a Call Girl is based on the book The Intimate Life of a London Call Girl. Starring the lovely Billie Piper (who, by the way, plays Rose Tyler- my favorite companion- on Doctor Who), it follows the life of a "high-class escort" as she lives a very sneaky double-life in London. I would say it's like a British Sex and the City, except that it is also not that in any way. It's super funny, and boy is there drama. Drama, drama, drama.
I should warn you, it's not for everyone, as can be expected by the title. But, it's a good show that shines a light on what it's like to have an unconventional lifestyle. It only has four 8-episode seasons, so you could watch it in a weekend if you wanted to. (Which I did.)
Misfits
What happens when a group of kids doing community service get struck by lightning? They get superpowers, of course. Despite the seriousness of the plot, this show continually makes me laugh. Although my favorite character did not return for season 3, the others are still witty and the storyline is good.
So, there you go. Three more television shows for you to enjoy. I have to say, when it comes to comedy, England really knows what it's doing.
