---
title: "The Last Leg"
year: 2013
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-last-leg-2013"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 63706
imdb_id: "tt3330720"
status: "Returning Series"
seasons_count: 34
episodes_count: 307
runtime_minutes: 45
community_rating: 5.7
vote_count: 26
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Last Leg (2013) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-last-leg-2013

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Last Leg is a British comedy chat show that provides commentary on significant moments of the past seven days. The show is presented by Australian comedian Adam Hills and features co-hosts Josh Widdicombe and Alex Brooker. It is broadcast by Channel 4 and primarily features commentaries and comedy sketches satirizing news, politics, and other topics. The series is also known as The Last Leg with Adam Hills and in Australia as Adam Hills: The Last Leg. Adam Hills and his co-hosts offer offbeat commentary on current events. The show has been broadcast since its first series and is available to viewers in various regions. The Last Leg is a comedy chat show that offers a unique perspective on the week's events.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Adam Hills, Josh Widdicombe, and Alex Brooker provide offbeat commentary on the week's most significant moments."

### Why Watch
- engaging panel chemistry
- unique perspective on current events

### Caveats & Content Note
- relies on knowledge of recent news
- Tone & Suitability: The program features satirical commentary on current affairs.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: satirical, conversational, topical, humorous

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | Channel 4 | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | BritBox Amazon Channel | None | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | SBS On Demand | None |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Series 1 (9 Episodes)
The Last Leg is a British comedy chat show broadcast by Channel 4. During its first series, the program was known as The Last Leg with Adam Hills. In Australia, the series is titled Adam Hills: The Last Leg. The show is presented by Australian comedian Adam Hills, who is joined by co-hosts Josh Widdicombe and Alex Brooker. Together, the trio provides offbeat and irreverent commentary on the significant moments and topical events of the past seven days. The program is formatted as a live talk show that incorporates comedy sketches to satirize news, politics, and other subjects. A regular feature of the series is a comedic strand titled Is it okay? The show focuses on rounding up the week through its unique perspective on current affairs. As an archival record of the series, the show is noted for its commentary on the events occurring during its broadcast run. The production maintains a consistent format of topical discussion led by its three primary hosts.

## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 39
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 10 (26%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 29 (74%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Adam Hills** as *Self - Host*
- **Alex Brooker** as *Self - Co-host*
- **Josh Widdicombe** as *Self - Co-host*
- **Richard Ayoade** as *Self*
- **Rosie Jones** as *Self*
- **Aisling Bea** as *Self*
- **Sara Pascoe** as *Self*
- **Judi Love** as *Self*
- **Richard Osman** as *Self*
- **Lorraine Kelly** as *Self*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Who hosts the show?
The show is hosted by Adam Hills, Josh Widdicombe, and Alex Brooker.

### Q: What is the show about?
It provides offbeat commentary on the significant moments of the past seven days.

### Q: What is the tone of the program?
The program is known for its satirical and conversational approach to news.

### Q: Is this a news program?
It is a comedy series that focuses on commenting on recent news and significant events.

### Q: How often is the content updated?
The show focuses on the significant moments of the past week.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Last.fm | Play music, find songs, and discover artists](https://www.last.fm/)
- [The Last Leg - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Last_Leg)
- [LAST Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster](https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/last)
- [The Last Leg (TV Series 2013- ) - Seasons — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/63706-the-last-leg/seasons)
- [LastPass - Sign In](https://app.lastpass.com/?ac=1)
- [LAST | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary](https://dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/english/last)

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