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Jack Whitehall: Settle Down at Princess Theatre, Torquay on Sunday 29th October 2024.

International comedy superstar Jack Whitehall is back with his highly anticipated new live show. Following three complete sell-out arena tours Jack is eager to get back on the road doing what he does best – delighting audiences!

Jack says: “ This is my most personal show yet, with plenty of material about the big changes that have happened in my life. It’s about my struggle to settle down gracefully. I’ve got a long-term partner, a ridiculous dog and am now hurtling towards middle-aged without a clue. It’s about a foppish man-child’s cack-handed attempt at adulting! ”

If you’re going to do arena comedy, this is how to do it – THE TIMES May well be the most spectacular arena stand-up show ever – EVENING STANDARD Jack Whitehall’s refusal to grow up is just what we need right now – THE TELEGRAPH

Book tickets for Jack Whitehall: Settle Down at Princess Theatre, Torquay on Sunday 29th October 2024.

Running Time: 1 hour 35 minutes with no interval Sun at 20:30 Age guidance 14+

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• Fri 6 Oct SSE Arena, Belfast Jack Whitehall
• Wed 4 Oct Southend-on-Sea, Cliffs Pavilion Jack Whitehall

September 2023

• Fri 29 Sep Stockton-on-Tees, Stockton Globe Jack Whitehall
• Thu 28 Sep Salford, The Lowry Jack Whitehall
• Wed 27 Sep Scarborough Spa Jack Whitehall
• Wed 20 Sep Utilita Arena Cardiff Jack Whitehall
• Mon 18 Sep New Theatre Oxford Jack Whitehall
• Sat 16 Sep The BIC, Bournemouth Jack Whitehall

August 2023

• Thu 24 Aug Peterborough New Theatre Jack Whitehall
• Mon 21 Aug Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre Jack Whitehall
• Sun 20 Aug Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre Jack Whitehall
• Fri 18 Aug Halifax, Victoria Theatre Jack Whitehall
• Thu 17 Aug Grimsby Auditorium Jack Whitehall
• Mon 14 Aug Coventry, Warwick Arts Centre Jack Whitehall
• Thu 3 Aug The Great Hall, Exeter Jack Whitehall
• Thu 3 Aug Ipswich, Regent Theatre Jack Whitehall
• Wed 2 Aug The Great Hall, Exeter Jack Whitehall
• Sun 16 Jul London, The O2 Jack Whitehall
• Sat 15 Jul London, The O2 Jack Whitehall
• Fri 14 Jul London, The O2 Jack Whitehall
• Thu 13 Jul Wolverhampton, The Civic at The Halls Jack Whitehall
• Wed 12 Jul York Barbican Jack Whitehall
• Tue 11 Jul Llandudno, Venue Cymru Jack Whitehall
• Mon 10 Jul Utilita Arena Cardiff Jack Whitehall
• Sun 9 Jul Utilita Arena Cardiff Jack Whitehall
• Sat 8 Jul Utilita Arena Birmingham Jack Whitehall
• Fri 7 Jul Utilita Arena Birmingham Jack Whitehall
• Wed 5 Jul Motorpoint Arena Nottingham Jack Whitehall
• Tue 4 Jul Utilita Arena Cardiff Jack Whitehall
• Sun 25 Jun M&S Bank Arena Liverpool Jack Whitehall
• Sat 24 Jun Manchester, The AO Arena Jack Whitehall
• Fri 23 Jun Newcastle upon Tyne, Utilita Arena Newcastle Jack Whitehall
• Thu 22 Jun Motorpoint Arena Nottingham Jack Whitehall
• Wed 21 Jun Manchester, The AO Arena Jack Whitehall
• Tue 20 Jun Utilita Arena Sheffield Jack Whitehall
• Mon 19 Jun Glasgow, The OVO Hydro Jack Whitehall
• Sun 18 Jun Leeds, first direct arena Jack Whitehall
• Sat 17 Jun Leeds, first direct arena Jack Whitehall
• Fri 16 Jun The BIC, Bournemouth Jack Whitehall
• Thu 15 Jun Brighton Centre Jack Whitehall
• Wed 14 Jun Brighton Centre Jack Whitehall
• Tue 13 Jun Brighton Centre Jack Whitehall
• Thu 8 Jun Ipswich, Regent Theatre Jack Whitehall
• Wed 7 Jun Bath, The Forum Jack Whitehall
• Tue 6 Jun Basingstoke, The Anvil Jack Whitehall
• Mon 5 Jun Plymouth Pavilions Jack Whitehall
• Sat 3 Jun Hull, Connexin Live Jack Whitehall
• Wed 31 May Northampton, Royal & Derngate Theatre Jack Whitehall
• Sat 27 May Swansea Arena Jack Whitehall
• Wed 24 May Cambridge Corn Exchange Jack Whitehall
• Tue 23 May Portsmouth Guildhall Jack Whitehall
• Sat 13 May Woking, New Victoria Theatre Jack Whitehall
• Wed 3 May Milton Keynes Theatre Jack Whitehall: Warm Up Show
• Thu 27 Apr Blackburn, King George's Hall Jack Whitehall: Warm Up Show
• Tue 4 Apr Hull, Connexin Live Jack Whitehall: Warm Up Show
• Mon 3 Apr New Theatre Oxford Jack Whitehall: Warm Up Show
• Sun 2 Apr Cheltenham Racecourse Jack Whitehall: Warm Up Show
• Thu 30 Mar Milton Keynes Theatre Jack Whitehall: Warm Up Show
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• Thu 22 Dec Croydon, Fairfield Halls Jack Whitehall - Work in Progress
• Tue 20 Dec Portsmouth Guildhall Jack Whitehall - Work In Progress
• Mon 19 Dec London, Savoy Theatre Jack Whitehall & Friends In Aid of Diabetes UK
• Sat 17 Dec O2 Guildhall Southampton Jack Whitehall - Work in Progress
• Fri 16 Dec The BIC, Bournemouth Jack Whitehall - Work in Progress
• Thu 15 Dec Brighton Dome Jack Whitehall - Work in Progress
• Tue 13 Dec Portsmouth Guildhall Jack Whitehall - Work in Progress
• Sun 11 Dec Cambridge Corn Exchange Jack Whitehall - Work in Progress
• Sat 10 Dec Bath, The Forum Jack Whitehall - Work in Progress

October 2022

• Sat 8 Oct Aylesbury Waterside Theatre Jack Whitehall - Work in Progress
• Wed 23 Mar London Palladium Jack Whitehall with Hilary & Michael: How to Survive Family Holidays
• Mon 21 Mar → Tue 22 Mar Nottingham, Theatre Royal and Royal Concert Hall Jack Whitehall with Hilary & Michael: How to Survive Christmas
• Sun 20 Mar London, Eventim Apollo Jack Whitehall with Hilary & Michael: How to Survive Christmas
• Sat 19 Mar Brighton Centre Jack Whitehall with Hilary & Michael: How to Survive Christmas
• Thu 17 Mar Peterborough, East of England Arena & Events Centre Jack Whitehall with Hilary & Michael: How to Survive Christmas
• Wed 16 Mar Derby Arena Jack Whitehall with Hilary & Michael: How to Survive Christmas
• Tue 15 Mar Ipswich, Regent Theatre Jack Whitehall with Hilary & Michael: How to Survive Christmas

International comedy superstar Jack Whitehall is back with a brand-new live show and will embark on a huge UK arena tour this summer.

Jack Whitehall 2023 UK Arena Tour Dates:

Milton Keynes Theatre, 03 May (Warm-up show) Portsmouth Guildhall, 23 Swansea Arena, 27 Northampton Royal & Derngate, 31 Hull Bonus Arena, 03 June Basingstoke The Anvil, 06 Bath Forum, 07 Brighton Centre, 13 Brighton Centre, 14 Brighton Centre, 15 Bournemouth BIC, 16 Leeds First Direct Arena, 17 Leeds First Direct Arena, 18 Glasgow OVO Hydro, 19 Sheffield Utilita Arena, 20 Manchester AO Arena, 21 Nottingham Motorpoint Arena, 22 Newcastle Utilita Arena, 23 Manchester AO Arena, 24 Liverpool M&S Bank Arena, 25 Cardiff International Arena, 04 July Nottingham Motorpoint Arena, 05 Birmingham Utilita Arena, 07 Birmingham Utilita Arena, 08 Cardiff International Arena, 09 Cardiff International Arena, 10 Llandudno Venue Cymru, 11 York Barbican, 12 Wolverhampton The Civic at The Halls, 13 London The O2, 14 London The O2, 15 London The O2, 16 Exeter The Great Hall, 02 Aug Coventry Warwick Arts Centre, 14 Bristol Hippodrome, 15 Grimsby Auditorium, 17 Halifax Victoria Theatre, 18 Edinburgh Playhouse, 20 Edinburgh Playhouse, 21 Bournemouth BIC, 16 Sept Cardiff CIA, 20 Scarborough Spa, 27 Manchester Lowry, 28 Stockton Globe, 29 Southend Cliffs Pavilion, 04 Oct Belfast SSE Arena, 06 Aberdeen P&J Live, 08 Blackpool Opera House, 09 Leicester De Montfort Hall, 13 Bristol Hippodrome, 14 Bristol Hippodrome, 15 Reading Hexagon, 24 Torquay Princess Theatre, 29 ***NEW SHOW***

Tickets on sale now & Friday (06 October) at 10am from Ticketmaster AXS ATG Tickets The Ticket Factory

Following three complete sell-out arena tours, the actor and comedian is eager to get back out on the road and delighting audiences with his new show – Settle Down.

Jack Whitehall commented, “This is my most personal show yet, with plenty of material about the big changes that have happened in my life. It’s about my struggle to settle down gracefully. I’ve got a long-term partner, a ridiculous dog and am now hurtling towards middle aged without a clue. It’s about a foppish man-child’s crack handed attempt at adulting!”

Exciting news! I’m heading out on an arena tour this summer. Hitting all the major cities with one of my biggest shows yet. Tickets will go on sale next week. You can join my mailing list to skip the queue. Head to https://t.co/RO7BwJXRUe to ensure you get a ticket! pic.twitter.com/Kn4uF5c87n — Jack Whitehall (@jackwhitehall) March 31, 2023

‘If you’re going to do arena comedy, this is how to do it’ THE TIMES

‘May well be the most spectacular arena stand-up show ever’ EVENING STANDARD

‘Jack Whitehall’s refusal to grow up is just what we need right now’ THE TELEGRAPH

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Jack Whitehall: Settle Down

Review of the comic's first stand-up tour in four years

Just before the interval of his first tour in four years, Jack Whitehall confesses to always seeking any distraction to avoid having a serious conversation.  

That realisation raises the possibility that in the second half the comic will challenge himself to start probing deeper subjects, especially given that the set-up of Settle Down is how, at 34, he is growing up and discarding trivial things as he prepares for fatherhood.

However, save for a couple of fleeting and notable exceptions, deeper self-analysis is thin on the ground. There’s far more about his ‘fur baby’ dog, and how the toy poodle is emasculating (how very on-brand for this perennial beta-male), than the higher responsibility of being a parent.

Whitehall remains the archetypal banter merchant – proving the same great company that’s such an asset to panel shows and talk shows – as his riffs, self-effacingly about his privilege and his feeble masculinity. It’s  sprinkled with a few good gags, but it feels like we’ve been here before. His comedy isn’t maturing as his life is.

After the obligatory references to his father, he harks back to his school days at Marldborough, as he calls it – as if that errant extra letter will keep the lawyers at bay – in the shadow of much more successful alumni such as Emma Watson and Robert Pattison. (And the Princess of Wales, who he fails to mention, maybe she’s an echelon of poshness too far). But he has a nice line in exaggerated indignation at the one time the Daily Mail did name him as an old boy, in a far-from-flattering story about the school.

There’s no faulting his performance skills – he’s excellent at both feigning spontaneity and putting in a few genuine ad-libs, and effective at acting out exaggerated scenarios. His burgeoning demand in Hollywood – where he spent at least one of the years since his last tour – is not a total surprise.  

It means he can hold the audience. In the brief moment he talks about his partner Roxy Horner’s miscarriage, he has the audience’s full attention and sympathy. But it’s not long before that compulsion to head for the trivial kicks in again and we’re imagining God designing zebras, inspired by a safari he took where he found himself among Americans who were – guess what? –  loud and stupid.  

Fans already know most of his life’s landmarks from the media, such as how diabetic Roxy collapsed at the Brit Awards – related here with something of a glib punchline. But sometimes the elevated circles he moves in are exploited well. The relatable fears of how you measure up to a partner’s ex become a whole different prospect when that man is Leonardo DiCaprio.

Much is about he’s a victim of relentless ill-fortune – presumably considered more accessible than his rarefied upbringing and A-list lifestyle. A recurring theme is about he’s a ‘massive melt’, a coward unable to defend Roxy’s honour when a bouncer disrespects her. Meanwhile, a routine about the humiliation of dining alone in a restaurant gives reign to those act-outs, though there’s not too much substance behind it. And of course there’s an anecdote about drunken high jinks.

Plenty of topics are stand-up staples that could be – and have been – told by anyone: mocking right-wing fundamentalists for getting vexxed about ‘woke’ Disney movies; how Americans would whoop and cheer at news of him becoming a parent but Brits are cynically subdued; wondering what songs will be golden oldies when the current youngsters are in their dotage… He closes with a stirring speech about what he loves about Britain – Greggs, pub gardens and surly service staff – as stirring music plays. It seems cynical and manipulative.

In a rare philosophical moment, Whitehall reflects that he spent his youth chasing pleasure, while now he’s achieving happiness. If only he could find similar maturity in his comedy, which offers plenty of enjoyable snacks, but little that’s more satisfying.

Review date: 16 Jun 2023 Reviewed by: Steve Bennett Reviewed at: Brighton Centre

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Jack Whitehall is coming to Exeter

Comedian Jack Whitehall is heading to Exeter's Great Hall this summer for two shows

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Comedian Jack Whitehall - who was spotted filming in Exeter two years ago - is to return back to the city next month as part of his new UK tour. Following three sell-out arena tours, he is now back on the road with Jack Whitehall: Settle Down.

It will stop off at Exeter University's Great Hall on Wednesday, August 2, and - due to popular demand - he will be performing not one but two shows. The first will kick off at 6.30pm, followed by another at 9pm, with tickets prices £40.50.

It was back in April 2021 that Jack and his famous father Michael were spotted in Burnthouse Lane , Wonford, outside Choy's fish and chip shop, with a camera crew. It was speculated that the filming was for a new series of Jack's hit Netflix show Travels With My Father.

Read more: Roadworks hell puts Exeter shop at risk of closure

Other suggestions were the pair were filming for a new show tracing their family DNA. However, it is not believed the footage has ever aired on television so the reason for their visit still remains a mystery.

In the meantime, Jack has been continuing to do what he does best - stand-up shows. His biggest-ever stand-up tour to date, Jack Whitehall: Stood Up, sold out arenas across the UK, Ireland, New Zealand and Australia.

It was the UK's largest comedy tour of 2019, with a ticketed audience of more than 450,000. Looking forward to bringing a new show to his fans, Jack said: “So far it’s been incredible playing to some of the best crowds I’ve ever performed in front of. There were a few places we weren’t able to slot into the summer so I am really excited to be able to add some additional dates in the autumn.”

Jack is an award-winning comedian, actor, presenter and writer. He most recently starred alongside Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt in Disney’s Jungle Cruise, and in Clifford The Big Red Dog for Paramount. Both films are currently in development for sequels.

He can currently be seen alongside Shailene Woodley in Robots, an independent romantic comedy directed by Academy Award nominee Ant Hines. Jack has also just finished filming the second season of the Apple TV+ hit comedy series, The Afterparty opposite Tiffany Haddish, Zoe Chao and Sam Richardson, which will be released this year.

Jack is widely celebrated for his hit Netflix show Travels With My Father, which released its fifth season last year. He has also starred in Good Omens opposite Jon Hamm and Michael Sheen for Amazon and Bounty Hunters opposite Rosie Perez for Sky Television.

He began his career at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2007, where he won both The Charlie Hartill Special Reserve Competition and The Amused Moose Laugh Off. A string of further awards followed, including The British Comedy Awards' King Of Comedy, as voted for by the public, three years in a row.

Jack's lastest live show is expected to last for 90 minutes, including an interval. For more details and to book tickets, please click here.

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International comedy superstar Jack Whitehall returns to the Fringe with his highly anticipated new live show. Following three complete sell-out arena tours, Jack is eager to get back to the festival doing what he does best – delighting audiences! Jack says: 'This is my most personal show yet, with plenty of material about the big changes that have happened in my life. It’s about my struggle to settle down gracefully. I’ve got a long-term partner, a ridiculous dog and am now hurtling towards middle-age without a clue. It’s about a foppish man-child’s cack-handed attempt at adulting!'.

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50 Facts About Jack Whitehall

Written by Moll Aiello

Published: 12 Sep 2024

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Who is Jack Whitehall? Jack Peter Benedict Whitehall, born on July 7, 1988, in London, England, is a multi-talented comedian, actor, writer, and television presenter. Known for his sharp wit and relatable humor, Whitehall has carved out a significant place in the entertainment world. From his early days in TV series like Noah’s Ark to his breakout role in Fresh Meat , he has consistently entertained audiences. His stand-up tours, including Jack Whitehall Live and Stood Up , have been hugely successful. Additionally, his documentary series Jack Whitehall: Travels with My Father showcases his unique comedic chemistry with his dad, Michael .

Key Takeaways:

• Jack Whitehall comes from a showbiz family and started his entertainment journey early. His relatable comedy and diverse talents have made him a beloved and sought-after entertainer in the UK and beyond.
• From boarding school to stand-up tours, Jack Whitehall's career is marked by hard work and versatility. Despite controversies, his talent and family legacy have solidified his place in the entertainment industry.

Early Life and Family Background

Jack Whitehall's journey into the world of entertainment began early, influenced by his family's deep roots in showbiz.

• Jack Peter Benedict Whitehall was born on July 7, 1988, in London, England.
• His mother, Hilary Amanda Jane Whitehall (née Isbister), is an actress known for her roles in the 1980s British sitcom Executive Stress .
• His father, Michael John Whitehall, is a television producer and talent agent who has worked with notable clients like Dame Judi Dench and Colin Firth.
• Jack has a younger sister and brother, making for a close-knit family.
• He attended Tower House School in London's East Sheen area, where he was a schoolmate of actor Robert Pattinson.

Education and Early Career

Jack's education and early career choices set the stage for his future success in comedy and acting.

• At eleven, Jack was sent to boarding school at the Dragon School in Oxford.
• He later attended Marlborough College, a prestigious boarding school.
• Jack took a gap year to pursue stand-up comedy before attending the University of Manchester to study History of Art, though he dropped out after two terms.
• He made his television debut in the TV series Noah’s Ark in 1997.
• Jack's big break came with his role in the TV show Fresh Meat , where he played the character JP.

Stand-Up Comedy and Tours

Jack Whitehall's stand-up comedy career has been marked by numerous tours and accolades.

• He began his stand-up career at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in 2007.
• Jack won The Charlie Hartill Special Reserve Competition and The Amused Moose Laugh Off at the Fringe.
• He has written and performed five stand-up tours: Jack Whitehall Live (2010–2011), Gets Around (2014), At Large (2017), Stood Up (2019), and Settle Down (2023-2024).
• Jack won The British Comedy Awards King Of Comedy three years in a row, as voted for by the public.
• His comedy often revolves around relatable topics, making his humor accessible to a wide audience.

Television Presenting and Hosting

Jack's charm and wit have made him a sought-after television presenter and host.

• He hosted Big Brother's Big Mouth at just 21 years old.
• Jack was a regular panelist on the comedy game show A League of Their Own from 2012 to 2018.
• He hosted the BRIT Awards from 2018 to 2021, becoming the youngest-ever host of the event.
• In 2015, Jack became the youngest-ever host of the Royal Variety Performance.
• For YouTube, he presented Training Days , a series where he interviewed international football stars in the lead-up to FIFA World Cup 2018.

Acting Roles and Film Career

Jack has also made a name for himself in the world of acting, both on television and in film.

• He starred in the BBC Three sitcom Bad Education , playing the character of Alfie Wickers.
• Jack co-wrote Bad Education and its film adaptation, The Bad Education Movie (2015).
• He appeared in Disney’s The Nutcracker And The Four Realms (2018).
• Jack starred in Amazon’s Good Omens (2019).
• He is set to star in Disney’s Jungle Cruise , opposite Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt, in 2020.

Awards and Recognition

Jack's talent has been recognized with numerous awards and nominations.

• He has been nominated for The Edinburgh Comedy Awards Best Newcomer.
• Jack has won The British Comedy Awards King Of Comedy three times.
• He received the Charlie Hartill Special Reserve Competition award at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
• Jack won The Amused Moose Laugh Off at the Fringe.
• His role in Fresh Meat is often cited as one of his best performances.

Personal Life and Anecdotes

Jack's personal life and experiences often find their way into his comedy routines.

• He has dated several celebrities, including Gemma Chan.
• Jack often jokes about his experiences at boarding school.
• He auditioned for the title character in Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone but was rejected.
• Jack also auditioned for The Hobbit but failed to impress the casting director.
• His humor often revolves around middle-class stereotypes, making his comedy relatable to many.

Documentary Series and Collaborations

Jack's collaborations, especially with his father, have added a unique dimension to his career.

• In 2017, Jack appeared alongside his father in the Netflix comedy documentary series Jack Whitehall: Travels with My Father .
• The series follows their travels around the world, showcasing their unique father-son relationship.
• Jack's father, Michael, has frequently featured in his son’s television programs.
• They have collaborated on several projects, including Travels with My Father and Decline and Fall .
• Jack has two godfathers: actors Nigel Havers and Richard Griffiths.

Controversial Jokes and Criticisms

Jack's comedy has not been without its controversies and criticisms.

• He has been known to make cringe-worthy jokes, particularly during his interviews with celebrities.
• One of his most infamous jokes involves showing a picture of his enflamed anus during his stand-up tour.
• Another controversial joke is about his dad taking a shit at Chernobyl.
• Critics argue that Jack's jokes about middle-class stereotypes are not relatable to most people.
• His reliance on bathroom humor has been criticized by many in the comedy community.

Future Projects and Legacy

Jack Whitehall continues to push the boundaries of comedy and acting, with exciting projects on the horizon.

• As of 2024, Jack is set to embark on his biggest-ever stand-up tour, Jack Whitehall: Settle Down .
• His career milestones are a testament to his hard work and dedication to his craft.
• From his early days in Noah’s Ark to his recent roles in Jungle Cruise and Good Omens , Jack has consistently demonstrated his talent and versatility.
• Jack's family has a rich legacy in showbiz, with both his parents having ties to the entertainment industry.
• Despite facing criticism for his brand of comedy, Jack remains one of the most beloved and sought-after entertainers in the UK and beyond.

Jack Whitehall: A Multifaceted Entertainer

Jack Whitehall's journey from a young boy with a passion for comedy to a celebrated entertainer is nothing short of impressive. With roots in a showbiz family, his early start in television set the stage for a career filled with diverse roles and accolades. From his breakout role in Fresh Meat to his stand-up tours and hosting gigs, Whitehall has consistently showcased his comedic talent and versatility. His unique father-son dynamic in Travels with My Father and ventures into film further highlight his range. Despite facing criticism for his brand of humor, Whitehall remains a beloved figure in the entertainment world. As he embarks on his biggest-ever stand-up tour, Settle Down , fans can look forward to more laughter and memorable moments from this multifaceted entertainer. Jack Whitehall's career is a testament to his hard work, dedication, and undeniable talent.

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'Jack Whitehall: Fatherhood With My Father' Review: Babies Not on Board

Don't expect much parenting insight from the comedian's new show (and consider that a blessing)

I’ve often wondered what the whole having-a-baby thing is like for dads. “What’s it like for dads?” I asked myself, as I howled like an injured Wookiee in the labour ward, while my other half polished off the NHS-issue fish and chips. “What’s it like for dads?” I pondered, as I sat in an armchair breastfeeding my baby for the fifth time one night, while my sleeping partner spread out like a starfish in our bed. “What’s it like for dads?” I mused, as my sense of self slid quietly out the door. So thank god! Jack Whitehall – and his dad – are here to enlighten us in the form of a new four-part TV show : Jack Whitehall: Fatherhood with my Father . Some answers at last.

Comedian Jack and his dad, Michael, are a familiar double act, having trundled around the world together for five series of Jack Whitehall: Travels with My Father . Their dynamic is well established by now: Jack is impish, immature and amusing; Michael is stiff, sweary and exasperated. They obviously get on deep down of course, and the new show at least purports to announce a new chapter in their relationship as Jack begins a new one of his own, having become, by the second episode, the father of baby Elsie. Here will be a chance for Jack to explore the travails of modern parenthood, while also getting a better understanding of what his own dad must have been through while raising him; or as Michael puts it, that “there's more to life than just arsing around”.

The first episode, “Birth”, at least has a veneer of genuine enquiry. Jack and Michael attend an antenatal class (great!); Jack and Michael learn about perineal massage (hmm); Jack tries out an empathy belly (sigh); Michael zaps Jack with a TENS machine (ho ho!); Jack leaves Roxy and Elsie in London and flies with Michael to America to get swaddled by a celebrant in a spiritual rite of passage (...Oh). The giant blanket may be on, but the gloves, as far as Jack's real TV-making agenda goes, are off.

“Since little Elsie has come into my life, I’ve been thinking a lot about protection,” he says, at the start of episode three, “Survival”. “Not that kind of protection,” he quips, because he can’t help himself, “although to be fair I have also thought quite a lot about that because right now the idea of having two of them… fuck that.” No, what he means is protecting his baby from the perils that the world may bring: Doomsday, the zombie apocalypse, nuclear annihilation. “We’d probably be better off baby-proofing the house,” Horner suggests while she stands at the sink doing washing up, as Jack slumps over the breakfast bar eating a carrot.

To be fair to Jack though, who wants to watch tired parents installing a baby gate? So instead, while Horner stays home to put covers on the plug sockets, he and Michael are off to Utah to meet some heavily armed survivalists and tour luxury condos inside a vast nuclear bunker. In the episode before that, “Technology”, he and Michael were in Cornwall meeting a sexy robot, and then in California to meet unhinged people who insert magnets under the skin, in order, er, for Jack “to understand how body modification might affect Elsie in the future.” Later he’ll go to a medical centre in Italy and a sweat lodge in LA for… I forget.

Of course it’s all silly, and of course Whitehouse know that. Despite the occasional archive clip of Michael and baby Jack in days gone by, it’s hard to believe he’s devoting even one iota of seriousness to the thesis of his own show. He's simply using it as a loosely thematic justification for a few more whacky adventures with his grumpy pops (and his also quite sound-seeming mum, Hilary); any emotional evolution that may or not be happening to him is taking place firmly off-screen.

If you've watched all five seasons of the previous outings by Whitehall père et fils , you might also find the formula is losing its potency. Jack will make a joke about Michael being 100 years old; Michael will tell Jack to fuck off; repeat ad infinitum. It’s definitely predictable, and possibly a bit tired. But – try as you might to resist it – it is also an easy televisual trot-along that works.

Whitehall’s gift has always been to lean in to and turn to his own advantage the things that others might find most objectionable about him: his poshness, his wimpishness, his uselessness. He’s clearly pathologically unable to resist undercutting any serious conversation with a silly gag, but like it or not, he’s also genuinely very funny. (I laughed out loud when he kicked out a dainty leg while posing for a group photo with a bunch of brawny preppers: he might not have muscles but he’s got balls.)

And yes, the format’s a little old and a little lightweight, and you’ll learn next to nothing about having a baby – except that when you’re massaging someone’s perineum, you should treat it like the face of a clock and rub it “from three to nine” – but actually, who really wants emotional excavation on a Wednesday night? And certainly not from a posh, wimpish, useless comedian (damn it! He’s got me again!). The thousand-dollar “what’s it like for dads?” question can remain unanswered for now; to be honest, no one was that interested anyway. As Jack says when he staggers out of the sweat lodge, his naked mum clambering out behind him: “Fuck it, this is a television show, they’ve got enough for the edit.”

‘ Jack Whitehall: Fatherhood With My Father’ is streaming on Netflix now

Miranda Collinge is the Deputy Editor of Esquire, overseeing editorial commissioning for the brand. With a background in arts and entertainment journalism, she also writes widely herself, on topics ranging from Instagram fish to psychedelic supper clubs, and has written numerous cover profiles for the magazine including Cillian Murphy, Rami Malek and Tom Hardy.

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Jack Whitehall: Fatherhood With My Father- Release date, cast, plot, and everything you need to know

Netflix's upcoming limited series, Jack Whitehall: Fatherhood With My Father, is slated to drop on September 10, 2024. The four-part series follows the new father cum British comedian Jack Hall as he embarks on a journey to understand fatherhood. His father, Michael Whitehall, is accompanying him on this journey. The two previously co-starred in the Netflix series Travels With My Father.

Jack Whitehall had his daughter, Elsie, in September 2023, so he tries to pick at his father's wisdom in the upcoming unscripted show. The father-son duo traverses the world to learn what fatherhood means to different cultures. The official synopsis reads:

"Jack Whitehall and his father embark on a globe-trotting trip to find answers to the big questions facing the comedian after becoming a dad."

Cast of Jack Whitehall: Fatherhood With My Father

The following faces will grace your screens in the show's four episodes:

• Jack Whitehall
• Michael Whitehall
• Kagga Jayson

Plot of Jack Whitehall: Fatherhood With My Father

The show's trailer dropped in September 2024. It shows clips of him pushing around a pram while roller-blading and climbing up the stairs while struggling with many baby toys. In the clip, we can see him asking his father for advice about the actual birth, to which he jokingly replies,

"I think the best advice I could give you is don't, whatever you do, get down on the business end of things. What goes down on there has nothing to do with you."

However, the trailer also shows a more serious side of him, as he says,

"I genuinely think I might be one of the most inadequate people you could possibly imagine to become a dad. How am I gonna do it?"

In another reflective moment, Jack admits to his mother, Hilary,

"I'm just quite scared."

The video also shows the younger Whitehall trotting around in a baby bump as he tries to understand more about what it's like to be pregnant. To kick things up a notch, he also gets contractions stimulated.

Jack and Michael Whitehall previously starred in a travel documentary/road trip comedy Netflix series. Unlike Jack Whitehall: Fatherhood With My Father, the show depicts the father-son duo embarking on a journey worldwide. The series spans four seasons, with the first debuting in September 2017 and the last in September 2021.

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