TV Tonight: Ed Gamble's Unacceptable returns for new series

Ed Gamble is putting some of Britain’s funniest comedians to the ultimate test in Ed Gamble’s Unacceptable, a brand-new comedy show arriving on TLC tonight (Sunday) at 9pm.

Featuring an impressive line-up of familiar faces, the series challenges comedians to defend some truly outrageous opinions, no matter how ridiculous or controversial they might sound.

Joining Ed are Richard Ayoade and Joanne McNally, as the comedians attempt to persuade a live studio audience that their assigned arguments deserve support.

Among the wild opinions being put forward are Phil Wang’s suggestion that Britain should be run by Chinese people, Catherine Bohart’s argument that lesbian weddings should be banned and Harriet Kemsley’s claim that men on dating apps are actually doing a great job.

But there is a catch: the contestants don’t necessarily agree with the opinions they have been given.

Instead, they must put their comedy and persuasive skills to the test, making the strongest possible case for an argument they might ordinarily reject.

What happens in the first episode of Ed Gamble’s Unacceptable?

The opening episode welcomes Phil Wang and Catherine Bohart to the teams, alongside Dara Ó Briain and Harriet Kemsley.

Among the challenges, Dara is tasked with arguing that panel shows should be hosted by younger comedians, while Harriet must make a convincing case in defence of men on dating apps.

With the comedians having to think on their feet, the audience will ultimately decide whether their arguments are persuasive enough to deserve their support.

Expect plenty of ridiculous reasoning, unexpected twists and some very entertaining attempts to defend the indefensible.

Who else is appearing in Ed Gamble’s Unacceptable?

The new series features a brilliant collection of comedy talent, with guests including Maisie Adam and Sara Pascoe.

Joel Dommett and Aisling Bea will also be joining the line-up, while other familiar faces appearing throughout the run include Judi Love, Nish Kumar, Sam Campbell and Ellie Taylor.

With such a varied group of comedians, there should be no shortage of contrasting opinions, unexpected arguments and hilarious disagreements.

TLC adds another comedy show to its schedule

Ed Gamble’s Unacceptable is part of TLC’s growing comedy offering, which also includes fresh episodes of Mock the Week and the upcoming Top Trumps: The Comedy Pack with Katherine Ryan.

With TLC now available free-to-air in the UK, viewers have another comedy series to add to their Sunday night viewing.

And with Ed Gamble overseeing a collection of comedians tasked with defending some of the most questionable opinions imaginable, this promises to be an entertaining addition to the channel’s schedule.

Ed Gamble’s Unacceptable airs tonight at 9pm on TLC.

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