Horne & Corden
Horne & Corden

Horne & Corden

2009TV ShowEnded1 SeasonEnglish

Fast becoming the UK's favourite young comedy double act, writers Mathew Horne and James Corden perform in front of a live studio audience, as well as leaving the studio to play a host of brand new characters.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: VariousGenres: Comedy, Sketch

Plot Summary

Horne & Corden is a sketch comedy series that brought together the comedic talents of Mathew Horne and James Corden. The show featured a variety of sketches, often involving the duo in absurd situations and playing different characters. It aimed to showcase their chemistry and improvisational skills, delivering quick-fire gags and observational humor.

Critical Reception

Horne & Corden received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding the humor to be hit-or-miss and the overall concept lacking originality. While the chemistry between Horne and Corden was occasionally praised, the show struggled to establish a consistent comedic voice or memorable sketches. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many viewing it as a somewhat disappointing follow-up to their earlier successful collaborations.

What Reviewers Say

  • The show suffered from inconsistent writing and a lack of truly memorable sketches.
  • While the on-screen chemistry between Horne and Corden was present, it wasn't enough to elevate the material.
  • Many critics felt the series failed to live up to the potential of its lead comedic duo.

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Fun Fact

Mathew Horne and James Corden first rose to prominence as a duo with the BBC sketch show 'Gavin & Stacey', which predates 'Horne & Corden' and was significantly more successful.

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