Count Arthur Strong's Radio Show!

The variety star opens up as never before - his childhood, his early forays into show business, his army days, the lack of hot soup in France, and what happened when he owned a barge with Stan Stennett and Roy Walker.

A blistering, some-holds-barred tell-all straight from the mouth of the horse himself. Learn, definitively, how he became a Count.

Asking the probing questions is Radio 2 & 6 Music DJ Mark Radcliffe (Mark and Lard), and he knows where the skeletons are hidden - he produced Count Arthur Strong's Radio Show.

It features a selection of the finest episodes from Radio 4's Count Arthur Strong's Radio Show, the comic creation of Steve Delaney.

The variety star opens up as never before to Mark Radcliffe.

Arthur's attempts to find a bargain in the classifieds doesn't quite go to plan, as his ever-ringing doorbell leads to confusion on all fronts. But Count Arthur Strong will be able to gather his thoughts in time for his role-playing engagement at the hospital, won't he?

With Steve Delaney, Sue Perkins, Alastair Kerr, David Mounfield.

The master of mispronunciation tries to buy a hedge trimmer and help train new medics.

Count Arthur Strong - one time Variety Star, now sole proprietor and owner of Doncaster's Academy of Performance - is a show business legend, raconteur, and lecturer extraordinaire. All false starts and nervous fumbling badly covered up by a delicate sheen of bravado and self-assurance, and an expert in everything from the world of entertainment to the origin of the species, everyday life with Arthur is an enlightening experience.

This episode was the first return of the long running series as a seasonal special and was produced by John Leonard and Mark Radcliffe. The show features Count Arthur and his erstwhile prot退g退 Malcolm (Terry Kilkelly), surrounded by a host of regular characters created by his Radio Repertory Company - Mel Giedroyc, Alastair Kerr and Dave Mounfield. Dave, who played amongst others the much-loved characters Jerry and Geoffrey, sadly died in March 2020. His final Count Arthur recordings were two Christmas specials recorded in Autumn 2019, the first of which aired on Christmas Day 2019 and the second is yet to air. The 2020 hybrid return of the ever-popular family friendly sitcom is dedicated to Dave's memory.

A Komedia Entertainment production for BBC Radio 4.

An invitation to star in a local pantomime gets Arthur excited about a return to the stage

Count Arthur and his erstwhile prot退g退 Malcolm (Terry Kilkelly) are surrounded by a host of regular characters created by his Radio Repertory Company - Mel Giedroyc, Alastair Kerr and Dave Mounfield. Dave, who played, among others, the much-loved characters Jerry and Geoffrey, sadly died in March 2020. His final Count Arthur recordings were two Christmas specials recorded in Autumn 2019, the first of which aired on Christmas Day 2019 and the second is yet to air. The 2020 hybrid return of the ever-popular family friendly sitcom is dedicated to his memory.

The long running series first aired on BBC Radio 4 in 2005 and ran for seven series until the former variety star transferred to BBC TV in his eponymous sitcom in 2013. A TV series that started out on BBC2 and transferred to BBC1, running for three series until 2017. The 52 episodes of Count Arthur Strong's Radio Show! comprise seven series and ten specials since the programme first aired in December 2005.

Highlights include winning the Sony Radio Award for Best Comedy in 2009 and being voted as the Best Radio Sitcom by the British Comedy Guide in 2016, 2018 and 2019. The TV series also enjoyed wide critical acclaim and was nominated for the BAFTA for Best Sitcom and Best Comedy Writing, as well as getting the nod for three British Comedy Awards. In August 2019, Count Arthur Strong's TV sitcom featured in the top three of the Most Missed TV Shows of the 21st Century poll conducted in the Radio Times. Since 2014, Count Arthur has returned to BBC Radio 4 annually with his celebrated Christmas specials.

A 7Digital Komedia production for BBC Radio 4

What could possibly go wrong?

Starring Steve Delaney.

Count Arthur and his erstwhile prot退g退 Malcolm are surrounded by a host of regular characters created by his Radio Repertory Company.

Written by Steve Delaney and edited by Graham Duff.

Count Arthur Strong

Arthur misplaces his book for the review taking place later that day. Arthur and Geoffrey are sent in pursuit of it. A couple of glasses of wine in the green room prior to the radio show help him review the book in his own unique manner.

With Steve Delaney, Sue Perkins, Dave Mounfield and Alastair Kerr.

The ex-variety star is invited onto a book show, but first he must find a tea towel.

Arthur misplaces his book for the review taking place later that day. Arthur and Geoffrey are sent in pursuit of it. A couple of glasses of wine in the green room prior to the radio show help him review the book in his own unique manner.

With Steve Delaney, Sue Perkins, Dave Mounfield and Alastair Kerr.

The ex-variety star sells a clock which isn't his, and practises for Antiques Roadshow.

After Gerry takes a tumble over a bucket mysteriously left in his cafe, Arthur steps in and offers to 'do an Alf Ramsey' by running the cafe in Gerry's absence. Culinary experimentation, customer service... Arthur's a natural. Or is he...?

With Steve Delaney, Mel Giedroyc, Dave Mounfield and Alastair Kerr.

A Komedia Entertainment/Smooth Operations production for BBC Radio 4.

After Gerry takes a tumble, Arthur steps in to run the cafe. Is he a culinary natural?

A timely visit from the vicar interrupts Arthur's artistic flow as he pens a new novel, and reminds him that he needs to organise entertainment for a fundraiser that night.

The choice of headliner is obvious, but who will he get to support? Surely some auditions in the Shoulder of Mutton will tempt some local talent out of the woodwork.

With Steve Delaney, Mel Giedroyc, Dave Mounfield and Alastair Kerr.

A Komedia Entertainment/Smooth Operations production for BBC Radio 4.

Arthur organises a fundraising show. The headliner is obvious, but who can support him?

Promoting himself to team captain of the Three Musketeers, Arthur enters the Shoulder of Mutton pub quiz. Can he win the 50 pound rollover, or will it all end in tears?

With Steve Delaney, Mel Giedroyc, Dave Mounfield and Alastair Kerr.

Promoting himself to team captain, Arthur wants to win the pub quiz \u00a350 rollover.

After an attempted coach trip to Bridlington goes terribly wrong, Arthur decides the only way out of a sticky situation is to go 'native'.

With Steve Delaney, Mel Giedroyc, Dave Mounfield and Alastair Kerr.

After a coach trip to Bridlington goes terribly wrong, Arthur decides to go 'native'.

We once again follow the one-time Variety Star as he uncompromisingly fulfils his daily list of engagements. Everyday life with Count Arthur Strong is, as always, an enlightening experience!

All Tourettic ticks, false starts and nervous fumbling, badly covered up by a delicate sheen of bravado and self-assurance, Arthur is an expert in everything from the world of entertainment to the origins of the species.

Cast:

Steve Delaney

Alastair Kerr

David Mounfield

Mel Giedroyc

Terry Kilkelly

Produced by John Leonard and Mark Radcliffe

A Komedia Entertainment & Smooth Operations production for BBC Radio 4.

Arthur needs some costume help before gatecrashing an audition for Charley's Aunt.

Everyday life with Count Arthur Strong is, as always, an enlightening experience! We again follow the one time Variety Star as he uncompromisingly fulfils his daily list of engagements.

Stars Steve Delaney, Alastair Kerr, David Mounfield and Mel Giedroyc.

Produced by John Leonard and Mark Radcliffe.

A Komedia Entertainment & Smooth Operations production for BBC Radio 4.

To further his career as a top celebrity, Arthur tries to make a documentary about himself

We once again follow the one-time Variety Star as he uncompromisingly fulfils his daily list of engagements. Every day life with Count Arthur Strong is always an enlightening experience!

Steve Delaney, Alastair Kerr, David Mounfield and Mel Giedroyc star.

Produced by John Leonard and Mark Radcliffe

A Komedia Entertainment & Smooth Operations production for BBC Radio 4.

Arthur steps in to play a prominent role in Lord and Lady Preston's murder mystery.

Owing to the huge success of shows like Miss Saigon, Cats and Annie Get Your Coat, Arthur decides 'his time is now' and devises his own autobiographical musical tribute to himself, Count Arthur Strong: The Musical. Hoping to raise the money to take it into the West End, Arthur performs highlights of the show to an invited audience of potential investors. Will he raise the money he needs to make his dream come true?

With Steve Delaney, Mel Giedroyc, Dave Mounfield and Alastair Kerr.

A Komedia Entertainment/Smooth Operations production for BBC Radio 4.

Can Arthur take his autobiographical musical tribute to himself into London's West End?

When Arthur attempts to return an item of clothing to a local shop, things don't quite go to plan - leading him to take some 'legal' advice at the Citizen's Advice Bureau. With an ever-increasing list of complaints, plus the possibility of having to acquire a puppy (or puppies) to boot, Arthur's day doesn't go quite as he'd hoped.

The occasion does give him a chance to take a trip down memory lane however, re-living an acting moment in a legal TV drama - which of course enables Arthur to give some sound advice of his own!

Cast:

Count Arthur Strong - Steve Delaney

Announcer, Shop Worker, Mr Smith & Wilf - Alastair Kerr

Geoffrey, Jack, Person and Advisor - Dave Mounfield

Sally, Brillo and Receptionist - Mel Giedroyc

Producers: Richard Daws, Mark Radcliffe and John Leonard

A Komedia Entertainment Production for BBC Radio 4.

The showbiz legend decides to get some legal advice, but will he take it or give it?

In true Arthur style he comes up with an idea or two to help the fund-raising process, hoping to involve as many of his friends in the process.

With an idea finally put to the committee and inevitably agreed to, after Arthur's persuasive words, the 'stage is set' for a fund-raising project that will surely turn heads and raise Arthur's personal profile as well as the much needed funding for the Church...

Cast:

Count Arthur Strong - Steve Delaney

Man, Wilf, Policeman - Alastair Kerr

Ref, Geoffrey, Child - Dave Mounfield

Mother, Sally,Woman - Mel Giedroyc

Malcolm - Terry Kilkelly

Prodcuers: Richard Daws, Mark Radcliffe & John Leonard

A Komedia Entertainment Production for BBC Radio 4.

Arthur comes up with a brilliant idea to help raise funds for the local church hall.

Misunderstandings and misinformation abound, and after a stop to buy some pies from the market Arthur heads to the Shoulder of Mutton to talk through his annoyance at the day-so-far with Jack.

He comes up with a plan to develop his very own and much improved tours of the city and, not having a bus at his disposal, decides to conduct walking tours.

Whilst starting this new venture in earnest, Arthur's best-laid plans, as usual, don't quite go as he'd hoped...

Cast:

Count Arthur Strong - Steve Delaney

Woman/Market Trader/

Shop Assistant/Old Woman - Melanie Giedroyc

Tour Operator/Official/

Jack/Old Man - Dave Mounfield

Announcer/Tour Guide/

Man/Aussie - Alastair Kerr

Producers: Richard Daws, Mark Radcliffe & John Leonard

A Komedia Entertainment & Smooth Operations production for BBC Radio 4.

Disappointed with a guided city bus tour, Arthur decides to start his very own tour.

They decide to re-trace their steps from the previous night, which includes taking in a visit to some local haunts and shops, as well as the Shoulder of Mutton.

With the briefcase (and thus the tickets) nowhere to be found, Arthur and Barry are left to decide what they should do - try and get in to the convention by relying on their good names and reputations alone, or risk missing out on the Hammer Horror lunch...?

Cast:

Count Arthur Strong - Steve Delaney

Dracula/Himself - Barry Cryer

Sally - Melanie Giedroyc

Gerry/Jack - Dave Mounfield

Shop Assistant/Wally/

Bouncer/Wilf - Alastair Kerr

Producers: Richard Daws, Mark Radcliffe & John Leonard

A Komedia Entertainment & Smooth Operations production for BBC Radio 4.

Arthur and his best pal Barry Cryer lose their tickets for a Hammer Horror convention.

He thinks may give him the edge in their £5.10 per head sweepstake based on who will catch the most fish, and sets out into the lake unaccompanied.

Cast:

Steve Delaney

Alastair Kerr

Dave Mounfield

Mel Giedroyc

Producers: Richard Daws, Mark Radcliffe & John Leonard

A Komedia Entertainment & Smooth Operations production for BBC Radio 4.

Arthur casts off on Spiggy Lakes with long-suffering friends Sally, Geoffrey and Wilf.

All he has to do is express an interest in a 'no obligation' timeshare apartment in the Canary Isles, and the free gift is his! What could possibly go wrong?

Cast:

Steve Delaney

Alastair Kerr

Dave Mounfield

Mel Giedroyc

Producers: Richard Daws, Mark Radcliffe & John Leonard

A Komedia Entertainment & Smooth Operations production for BBC Radio 4.

After problems assembling his model schooner, Arthur goes in search of a free gift.

Count Arthur Strong - one time Variety Star, now sole proprietor and owner of Doncaster's Academy of Performance - is a show business legend, raconteur, and lecturer extraordinaire. He stars in a Sitcom with regular sidekick Wilfred Taylor, Master Butcher, and a host of other characters.

All false starts and nervous fumbling badly covered up by a delicate sheen of bravado and self-assurance, and an expert in everything from the world of entertainment to the origin of the species, everyday life with Arthur is an enlightening experience.

Cast:

Mel Giedroyc

Alastair Kerr

David Mounfield

Producer: John Leonard

A Komedia Entertainment production for BBC Radio 4.

The showbiz veteran tries to reduce the premium on his car insurance.

Count Arthur Strong (Steve Delaney) - one time Variety Star, now sole proprietor and owner of Doncaster's Academy of Performance - is a show business legend, raconteur, and lecturer extraordinaire. He stars in a Sitcom with regular sidekick Wilfred Taylor, Master Butcher, and a host of other characters.

All false starts and nervous fumbling badly covered up by a delicate sheen of bravado and self-assurance, and an expert in everything from the world of entertainment to the origin of the species, everyday life with Arthur is an enlightening experience.

Cast:

Mel Giedroyc

Alastair Kerr

David Mounfield

Producer: John Leonard

A Komedia production for BBC Radio 4.

Arthur finds a cunning way of nosing around a neighbour's home.

Count Arthur Strong - one time Variety Star, now sole proprietor and owner of Doncaster's Academy of Performance - is a show business legend, raconteur, and lecturer extraordinaire. He stars in a Sitcom with regular sidekick Wilfred Taylor, Master Butcher, and a host of other characters.

All false starts and nervous fumbling badly covered up by a delicate sheen of bravado and self-assurance, and an expert in everything from the world of entertainment to the origin of the species, everyday life with Arthur is an enlightening experience.

Cast:

Steve Delaney

Mel Giedroyc

Alastair Kerr

David Mounfield

Producer: John Leonard

A Komedia Entertainment production for BBC Radio 4.

Arthur sets off for Spain, and to make life easier, attempts to invent his own language.

Count Arthur Strong - one time Variety Star, now sole proprietor and owner of Doncaster's Academy of Performance - is a show business legend, raconteur, and lecturer extraordinaire. He stars in a Sitcom with regular sidekick Wilfred Taylor, Master Butcher, and a host of other characters.

All false starts and nervous fumbling badly covered up by a delicate sheen of bravado and self-assurance, and an expert in everything from the world of entertainment to the origin of the species, everyday life with Arthur is an enlightening experience.

Cast:

Steve Delaney

Mel Giedroyc

Alastair Kerr

David Mounfield

Producer: John Leonard

A Komedia Entertainment production for BBC Radio 4.

Arthur sets off for Spain, and to make life easier, attempts to invent his own language.

Count Arthur Strong - one time Variety Star, now sole proprietor and owner of Doncaster's Academy of Performance - is a show business legend, raconteur, and lecturer extraordinaire. He stars in a Sitcom with regular sidekick Wilfred Taylor, Master Butcher, and a host of other characters.

All false starts and nervous fumbling badly covered up by a delicate sheen of bravado and self-assurance, and an expert in everything from the world of entertainment to the origin of the species, everyday life with Arthur is an enlightening experience.

Cast:

Steve Delaney

Mel Giedroyc

Alastair Kerr

David Mounfield

Producer: John Leonard

A Komedia Entertainment production for BBC Radio 4.

Arthur sets off for Spain, and to make life easier, attempts to invent his own language.

Count Arthur Strong - one time Variety Star, now sole proprietor and owner of Doncaster's Academy of Performance - is a show business legend, raconteur, and lecturer extraordinaire. He stars in a Sitcom with regular sidekick Wilfred Taylor, Master Butcher, and a host of other characters.

All false starts and nervous fumbling badly covered up by a delicate sheen of bravado and self-assurance, and an expert in everything from the world of entertainment to the origin of the species, everyday life with Arthur is an enlightening experience.

Cast:

Steve Delaney

Mel Giedroyc

Alastair Kerr

David Mounfield

Producer: John Leonard

A Komedia Entertainment production for BBC Radio 4.

Arthur sets off for Spain, and to make life easier, attempts to invent his own language.

Count Arthur Strong - one time Variety Star, now sole proprietor and owner of Doncaster's Academy of Performance - is a show business legend, raconteur, and lecturer extraordinaire. He stars in a Sitcom with regular sidekick Wilfred Taylor, Master Butcher, and a host of other characters.

All false starts and nervous fumbling, badly covered up by a delicate sheen of bravado and self-assurance, and an expert in everything from the world of entertainment to the origin of the species, everyday life with Arthur is an enlightening experience.

Cast:

Steve Delaney

Mel Giedroyc

Alastair Kerr

Martin Marquez

David Mounfield

Producer: John Leonard

A Komedia production for BBC Radio 4.

Arthur arrives in Spain to run a friend's bar, but struggles with the language and culture

Count Arthur Strong - one time Variety Star, now sole proprietor and owner of Doncaster's Academy of Performance - is a show business legend, raconteur, and lecturer extraordinaire. He stars in a Sitcom with regular sidekick Wilfred Taylor, Master Butcher, and a host of other characters.

All false starts and nervous fumbling, badly covered up by a delicate sheen of bravado and self-assurance, and an expert in everything from the world of entertainment to the origin of the species, everyday life with Arthur is an enlightening experience.

Cast:

Steve Delaney

Mel Giedroyc

Alastair Kerr

Martin Marquez

David Mounfield

Producer: John Leonard

A Komedia Entertainment production for BBC Radio 4.

Arthur's night of entertainment in a Spanish bar goes off with a bang.

Count Arthur Strong - one time Variety Star, now sole proprietor and owner of Doncaster's Academy of Performance - is a show business legend, raconteur, and lecturer extraordinaire. He stars in a Sitcom with regular sidekick Wilfred Taylor, Master Butcher, and a host of other characters.

All false starts and nervous fumbling, badly covered up by a delicate sheen of bravado and self-assurance, and an expert in everything from the world of entertainment to the origin of the species, everyday life with Arthur is an enlightening experience.

Cast:

Steve Delaney

Mel Giedroyc

Alastair Kerr

David Mounfield

Producer: John Leonard

A Komedia Entertainment production for BBC Radio 4.

The muddled life of the showbusiness legend. Arthur applies to join the Round Table.

All false starts and nervous fumbling badly covered up by a delicate sheen of bravado and self-assurance, an expert in everything from the world of entertainment to the origin of the species, everyday life with Arthur is an enlightening, sometimes frustrating, never dull experience.

Count Arthur Strong is supported in this seasonal special, first aired in 2016 by his Radio Repertory Company (like the RSC only better) - Alastair Kerr, Mel Giedroyc and the late Dave Mounfield.

Steve Delaney has been performing as Count Arthur Strong since the late 90s. In the last 20 years the character has evolved from Edinburgh cult to a mainstay of BBC comedy, with eight series on BBC Radio 4, and a TV sitcom that stepped from BBC2 to BBC1 and ran for three series between 2013 and 2017.

A Komedia Entertainment production for BBC Radio 4.

Arthur bumps into an old friend with an investment opportunity.

All false starts and nervous fumbling badly covered up by a delicate sheen of bravado and self-assurance, an expert in everything from the world of entertainment to the origin of the species, everyday life with Arthur is an enlightening, sometimes frustrating, never dull experience.

Count Arthur Strong is supported in the seasonal special by his Radio Repertory Company (like the RSC, only better) - Alastair Kerr, the late Dave Mounfield, Mel Giedroyc and Alfie Delaney as Billy.

Steve Delaney has been performing as Count Arthur Strong since the late 1990s. The character evolved from Edinburgh cult to a mainstay of BBC comedy via numerous series on BBC Radio 4 and three on BBC TV.

A Komedia Entertainment production for BBC Radio 4.

Arthur sets up his own Japanese-themed Christmas wonderland.

Arthur's attempts to find a bargain in the classifieds doesn't quite go to plan, as his ever-ringing doorbell leads to confusion on all fronts. But Count Arthur Strong will be able to gather his thoughts in time for his role-playing engagement at the hospital, won't he?

With Steve Delaney, Sue Perkins, Alastair Kerr, David Mounfield.

The master of mispronunciation tries to buy a hedge trimmer and help train new medics.

The bumbling theatre veteran prepares for a seasonal appearance at an old folk's home.

Count Arthur Strong - one time Variety Star, now sole proprietor and owner of Doncaster's Academy of Performance - is a show business legend, raconteur, and lecturer extraordinaire. All false starts and nervous fumbling badly covered up by a delicate sheen of bravado and self-assurance, and an expert in everything from the world of entertainment to the origin of the species, everyday life with Arthur is an enlightening experience.

This episode was the first return of the long running series as a seasonal special and was produced by John Leonard and Mark Radcliffe. The show features Count Arthur and his erstwhile protégé Malcolm (Terry Kilkelly), surrounded by a host of regular characters created by his Radio Repertory Company - Mel Giedroyc, Alastair Kerr and Dave Mounfield. Dave, who played amongst others the much-loved characters Jerry and Geoffrey, sadly died in March 2020. His final Count Arthur recordings were two Christmas specials recorded in Autumn 2019, the first of which aired on Christmas Day 2019 and the second is yet to air. The 2020 hybrid return of the ever-popular family friendly sitcom is dedicated to Dave's memory.

A Komedia Entertainment production for BBC Radio 4.

An invitation to star in a local pantomime gets Arthur excited about a return to the stage

Count Arthur and his erstwhile protégé Malcolm (Terry Kilkelly) are surrounded by a host of regular characters created by his Radio Repertory Company - Mel Giedroyc, Alastair Kerr and Dave Mounfield. Dave, who played, among others, the much-loved characters Jerry and Geoffrey, sadly died in March 2020. His final Count Arthur recordings were two Christmas specials recorded in Autumn 2019, the first of which aired on Christmas Day 2019 and the second is yet to air. The 2020 hybrid return of the ever-popular family friendly sitcom is dedicated to his memory.

The long running series first aired on BBC Radio 4 in 2005 and ran for seven series until the former variety star transferred to BBC TV in his eponymous sitcom in 2013. A TV series that started out on BBC2 and transferred to BBC1, running for three series until 2017. The 52 episodes of Count Arthur Strong's Radio Show! comprise seven series and ten specials since the programme first aired in December 2005.

Highlights include winning the Sony Radio Award for Best Comedy in 2009 and being voted as the Best Radio Sitcom by the British Comedy Guide in 2016, 2018 and 2019. The TV series also enjoyed wide critical acclaim and was nominated for the BAFTA for Best Sitcom and Best Comedy Writing, as well as getting the nod for three British Comedy Awards. In August 2019, Count Arthur Strong's TV sitcom featured in the top three of the Most Missed TV Shows of the 21st Century poll conducted in the Radio Times. Since 2014, Count Arthur has returned to BBC Radio 4 annually with his celebrated Christmas specials.

A 7Digital Komedia production for BBC Radio 4

What could possibly go wrong?

Starring Steve Delaney.

Count Arthur and his erstwhile protégé Malcolm are surrounded by a host of regular characters created by his Radio Repertory Company.

Written by Steve Delaney and edited by Graham Duff.

Count Arthur Strong - Steve Delaney

Malcolm - Terry Kilkelly

Mel Giedroyc

Alastair Kerr

Dave Mounfield

A Komedia Entertainment production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in December 2017.

Count Arthur auditions for a production of Bedknobs and Broomsticks.

The former variety star is understudy on a Christmas production of Bedknobs and Broomsticks. Will he ever get on stage?

Steve Delaney stars as Count Arthur

With a host of regular characters created by:

Mel Giedroyc

Terry Kilkelly

Alastair Kerr

Dave Mounfield

The first 50 episodes of Count Arthur Strong's Radio Show! comprise seven series and eight specials since the programme first aired in December 2005. Highlights include winning the Sony Radio Award for Best Comedy in 2009 and being voted as the Best Radio Sitcom by the British Comedy Guide in 2016 and 2018.

The long running radio series aired until 2012 when the character stepped on to BBC TV for three series of the BAFTA nominated and critically acclaimed TV sitcom Count Arthur Strong. Since then, Count Arthur has returned to BBC Radio 4 annually with his celebrated Christmas specials.

A Komedia Entertainment production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in December 2018.

Arthur understudies on a production of Bedknobs and Broomsticks. Will he get on?

Steve Delaney stars as Count Arthur

With a host of regular characters created by:

Mel Giedroyc

Terry Kilkelly

Alastair Kerr

Dave Mounfield

Dave, who played, among others, the much-loved characters Jerry and Geoffrey, sadly died in March 2020. His final Count Arthur recordings were two Christmas specials recorded in Autumn 2019, the is the first one which aired on Christmas Day 2019. Both are dedicated to his memory.

The long running radio series aired until 2012 when the character stepped on to BBC TV for three series of the BAFTA nominated and critically acclaimed TV sitcom Count Arthur Strong. Since then, Count Arthur has returned to BBC Radio 4 with his celebrated Christmas specials.

In August 2019, Count Arthur Strong's TV sitcom featured in the top three of the Most Missed TV Shows of the 21st Century poll conducted in the Radio Times.

A Komedia Entertainment production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in December 2019.

Arthur sets about launching Malcom's singing career with some Christmas carolling.

Arthur launches Malcom's singing career with Christmas carolling but a bigger stage awaits. Stars Steve Delaney. From 2019.

Arthur sets about launching Malcom's singing career. Starting with Christmas caroling, a bigger stage awaits.

The attempted musical festivities are served up by Count Arthur Strong's Radio Repertory Company which includes his erstwhile prot退g退 Malcolm (Terry Kilkelly) and a host of regular characters created by Mel Giedroyc, Alastair Kerr and Dave Mounfield. Dave, who played, among others, the much-loved characters Jerry and Geoffrey, sadly died in March 2020. His final Count Arthur recordings were two Christmas specials recorded in Autumn 2019, the first of which aired on Christmas Day 2019 and the second is yet to air. The 2020 hybrid return of the ever-popular family friendly sitcom is dedicated to his memory.

The long running series first aired on BBC Radio 4 in 2005 and ran for seven series until the former variety star transferred to BBC TV in his eponymous sitcom in 2013. A TV series that started out on BBC2 and transferred to BBC1, running for three series until 2017. The 52 episodes of Count Arthur Strong's Radio Show! comprise seven series and ten specials since the programme first aired in December 2005.

Highlights include winning the Sony Radio Award for Best Comedy in 2009 and being voted as the Best Radio Sitcom by the British Comedy Guide in 2016, 2018 and 2019. The TV series also enjoyed wide critical acclaim and was nominated for the BAFTA for Best Sitcom and Best Comedy Writing, as well as getting the nod for three British Comedy Awards. In August 2019, Count Arthur Strong's TV sitcom featured in the top three of the Most Missed TV Shows of the 21st Century poll conducted in the Radio Times.

A Komedia 7Digital production for BBC Radio 4

Arthur sets about launching Malcom's singing career with some Christmas caroling.

Former variety star Count Arthur Strong sets about launching Malcolm's singing career.

He starts with Christmas carolling but a bigger stage awaits.

Starring Steve Delaney.

Count Arthur - Steve Delaney

Malcolm - Terry Kilkelly

Plus a host of regular characters created by:

Dave, who played, among others, the much-loved characters Jerry and Geoffrey, sadly died in March 2020. His final Count Arthur recordings were two Christmas specials recorded in Autumn 2019. This is the first one. Both are dedicated to his memory.

Count Arthur sets about launching Malcolm's singing career with some Christmas carolling.

Arthur launches Malcolm's singing career with Christmas carolling but a bigger stage awaits. Stars Steve Delaney. From 2019.

Count Arthur and his erstwhile prot退g退 Malcolm (Terry Kilkelly) are surrounded by a host of regular characters created by his Radio Repertory Company - Mel Giedroyc, Alastair Kerr and Dave Mounfield. Dave, who played among others the much-loved characters Jerry and Geoffrey, sadly died in March 2020. His final Count Arthur recordings were two Christmas specials recorded in Autumn 2019, the first of which aired on Christmas Day 2019 - the second airs this festive season. This 2020 hybrid return of the ever-popular family friendly sitcom is dedicated to Dave's memory.

The long running series first aired on BBC Radio 4 in 2005 and ran for seven series until the former variety star transferred to BBC TV in his eponymous sitcom in 2013. A TV series that started out on BBC2 and transferred to BBC1, running for three series until 2017. The 52 episodes of Count Arthur Strong's Radio Show! comprise seven series and ten specials since the programme first aired fifteen years ago.

Count Arthur Strong's Radio Show! recently rated in the Radio Times as one of the top twenty radio shows of all time. Other highlights include winning the Sony Radio Award for Best Comedy in 2009 and being voted as the Best Radio Sitcom by the British Comedy Guide in 2016, 2018 and 2019. The TV series also enjoyed wide critical acclaim and was nominated for the BAFTA for Best Sitcom and Best Comedy Writing, as well as getting the nod for three British Comedy Awards. In August 2019, Count Arthur Strong's TV sitcom featured in the top three of the Radio Times Most Missed TV Shows of the 21st Century. Since 2014, Count Arthur has returned to BBC Radio 4 annually with his celebrated Christmas specials.

A 7Digital Komedia production for BBC Radio 4

Christmas isn't just about charity! Arthur heads to the pound shop for his gifts.

Count Arthur Strong returns with his stumblings through life in this 2021 Christmas Special, recorded in front of a live audience at the Exeter Barnfield Theatre. Count Arthur creator Steve Delaney is ably assisted by his radio repertory company - Alastair Kerr, Mel Giedroyc and Terry Kilkelly, with Paul Putner being invited into the cast along with Dorothy Daws and Alfie Delaney.

The show first became a feature on BBC Radio 4 in 2005 and, since then, has notched up eight series and nine specials, while winning the Sony Award for Best Comedy in 2009 and the British Comedy Guide Best Radio Sitcom in 2016, 2018 and 2019. The critically acclaimed show also featured in the Radio Times' Top 20 radio comedies of all time in 2020.

A Komedia Entertainment production for BBC Radio 4

How long will Count Arthur last in the role of Father Christmas this year?