It’s the end of the year which means a load of Stand-Up DVD’s come out just in time for Christmas. It’s like they planned it or something. Anyway with the large amount coming this year I’m going to spilt them into two articles although that’s mainly because I haven’t watched them all yet and a few are yet to be released.

I’ll probably post reviews of Sean Lock, Lee Evans, Frank Skinner and a few others at a later date. I won’t be posting a review of Bill Bailey – Tinselworm due to me going to see him later in the year so obviously I don’t want to spoil the DVD. Enjoy

Jimmy Carr – In Concert

Jimmy Carr’s 4th DVD aptly named In Concert is pretty standard as far as Jimmy Carr DVD’s go. Surprisingly most of this is original stuff but unsurprisingly it isn’t as funny as previous outings. You can only imagine that it’s hard to come up with new material every year and it really shows. It’s still worth a watch if you don’t mind Jimmy Carr’s brand of offensive comedy. Just about worth it for the skit were he throws out random thoughts to the ambiance of a live jazz band because it’s clever and easily the funniest part of the DVD.

Frankie Boyle – Live

Frankie Boyle otherwise known as the Scottish one on Mock The Week seems to be one of the fastest rising comedians on the UK scene. His highly anticipated first DVD is for all intents and purposes great but you feel left that he recycled a bit too much from Mock The Week. While watching you’ll often know the punchline to many of the jokes and it feels like you’ve seen it before. Not disappointing in the least but if your an avid fan of Mock The Week you might find too many recycled jokes for your liking.

Michael McIntyre – Live & Laughing

Michael McIntyre was fairly unknown to me at the beginning of the year yet his DVD is easily one of the best to come out this year. It takes a while to get going but has many brilliant moments. He might appear to be one of those annoying posh / camp comedians but he’s nothing but annoying. Worth a buy and definitely worth picking up.

Russell Howard – Live

Russell Howard is one of the stand out acts from the romp of comedians to be showcased on Mock The Week and similar panel shows. His DVD doesn’t disappoint and although he seems a bit too excitable (which results in you missing a few of the jokes sometimes) and way too fast, it’s definitely worth a watch. There are enough genuine moments throughout that showcase Russell’s unique personality and brand of almost childish comedy.

Dara O’Briain – Talks Funny Live From London

Dara O’Briain Talks Funny easily wins the best named DVD of the year but isn’t the funniest. Dara seems to be at his best while in hosting with other people to work with and his DVD seems a bit stale and offers up all too many simply un-funny jokes. Saying this when one does hit home, it really does and it goes to prove that the current crop of comedians all have their moments. Whether this show offers enough of them to make it worth the price of entry really relies on how much you like Dara O’Briain.