Various Australian humour heavyweights are set to headline the season premiere of Thank God You’re Here at 7:30 pm on Wednesday, August 2 on 10 and 10 Play.
Host Celia Pacquola welcomes Urzila Carlson, Aaron Chen, Julia Zemiro and Mark Bonanno to the world of Thank God You’re Here, where literally anything can happen.
Viewers also will need to keep their eyes peeled for the week’s legendary guest judge as the star performers step through the blue door.
The improv show’s earlier run was hosted by Shane Bourne and ran from 2006 to 2007 on 10 before it was moved to Seven for its final fourth season in 2009.
Among the comedians to have walked through the famous blue door are Rebel Wilson, Hamish Blake, Shaun Micallef, Adam Hills, Anh Do, Julia Zemiro, Glenn Robbins and Frank Woodley.
Daniel Monaghan, senior vice president content & programming, Paramount ANZ told TV Tonight the much-loved comedy program would be returning to screens later this year.
“Thank God You’re Here holds a special place in our hearts at Network 10. It was one of the most talked about shows on Australian television and was responsible for launching and celebrating a wealth of intelligent, lively and hilarious Australian talent,” he added.
Michael Hirsh, from Working Dog, also shared his excitement at the return of the improv comedy for a new generation.
“We loved making Thank God You’re Here a few years ago, and feel the time is right for a new bunch of comedians to go through the blue door. We have brought the show back for 2023 and beyond with a new host, the wonderful, multi-talented and funny Celia Pacquola along with new judges, new ensemble, and new guests.
“We can’t wait to see this new crop of funny people bullshit their way out of sticky situations,” he added.