Popular comedian’s beloved show revived in shock U-turn – seven years on from its axe
A POPULAR comedian’s show has been revived in a huge U-turn seven years on from its axe.
Fans have been left delighted as it was confirmed Dave Gorman would be returning to returns.
The funnyman, 53, is bringing Modern Life is Goodish back for a brand new run.
Show bosses have green lit a four hour-long specials that will air on UKTV channel U&Dave.
Speaking about his shock comeback Dave said: “I’m delighted to be getting back in the Goodish saddle.
“It’s been 7 years since I hung up my Modern Life Is Goodish clicker and in that time, life has definitely got 7 years moderner – so there should be plenty to get my teeth into.”
Modern Life is Goodish originally aired between 2013 and 2017 for five series.
It pulled in a loyal fan base and held an average 1.5 million viewers per episode.
Dave originally revealed the reason for originally stepping away from the comedian show was due his intense workload.
By the end of the final series the dad-of-one was putting in 100 hours of work a week.
UKTV boss Mark Iddon said: “I’m massively thrilled to announce the return of Modern Life Is Goodish to the U&Dave audience. Dave Gorman’s unique comedic insights and witty PowerPoint presentations have always resonated with our audience…
“His ability to dissect the quirks of modern life with humour and intelligence is unmatched. I can’t wait to dive back into the joyous and thought-provoking observations that make modern life not just good, but goodish.
“In a world where everything’s ‘meh’, we could use a dose of ‘ish’. It’s great to have you back, Dave!”
- The best comedies on Netflix
- New on Netflix: What to watch this week