Lee and Herring's Reasonably Scary Monsters

A sketch comedy show featuring the unique, often surreal, and sometimes unsettling humour of British comedians Stewart Lee and Richard Herring. The series is known for its deconstruction of comedy tropes and its exploration of absurd scenarios, often with a dark or 'scary' undertone that plays on audience expectations.

Reasonably Scary Monsters was a cult hit among fans of alternative comedy, appreciated for its intelligent writing and the distinctive comedic chemistry of Lee and Herring. While not a mainstream smash, it solidified their reputation for pushing comedic boundaries and developing a loyal following.

• Praised for its sharp, intellectual humour and unique comedic voice.

• Appreciated for its willingness to experiment with sketch comedy formats.

• Some found the humour too niche or unsettling.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the show's clever writing and the duo's unique comedic timing, with many expressing a strong fondness for its cult status and unconventional approach to comedy.

The show's title, 'Reasonably Scary Monsters,' is a deliberately understated and ironic nod to the often bizarre and slightly unnerving content within the sketches.