Cracking TV – Details, episodes & analysis

It’s the last episode of Series 1 of Cracking TV, and Luke and John look at what’s in the schedule so far. We've got breakfast TV, sitcoms, music and more.

And Luke has a chance to pitch one more time… if he’s willing to accept John’s unusual terms.

Cracking TV is produced and presented by Luke Sluman and John Furlong.

Our rather marvellous theme tune was written and performed by Simon McInerney.

Phil from Sunderland was played by Phil from Newcastle.

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Luke & John Cracking TV is an IHOG Factual Entertainment Production.

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John is pitching talent shows, including Opportunity Knocks, New Faces, and Britain’s Got Talent. Get ready for gongs, clapometers, and performing dogs aplenty.

However, Luke’s pulled on his high-waisted trousers, coiffed up his hair and got his big buzzer out - and he’s not easily impressed. Will John make an impression, or will he get the elbow?

Cracking TV is produced and presented by Luke Sluman and John Furlong.

Our rather marvellous theme tune was written and performed by Simon McInerney.

Additional sound effects from zapsplat.com.

Follow us @crackingtv.

Luke & John Cracking TV is an IHOG Factual Entertainment Production.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Get your sausages on a fork ready as John pitches commissioner Luke some classic kids drama: Grange Hill, Byker Grove, Children's Ward, and Press Gang. However, Luke is already minded to commission cult kids drama Dark Season.

Will John channel his inner Ziggy and charm Luke with a cheeky pitch, or will Luke just say no and expel John from the Cracking TV office?

Cracking TV is produced and presented by Luke Sluman and John Furlong.

Our rather marvellous theme tune was written and performed by Simon McInerney.

Additional sound effects from zapsplat.com.

Follow us @crackingtv.

Luke & John Cracking TV is an IHOG Factual Entertainment Production.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After receiving an unexpected invitation from the EBU to produce the Eurovision Song Contest final, Luke & John scramble to assemble a dazzling spectacle that could potentially make or break their fledgling TV channel.

They explore the importance of finding a winning song for the UK, the perfect host city, the most memorable presenters, and the best commentator. The stakes are high as they debate the inclusion of classic hits like Euphoria and Waterloo, not to mention the need to find a mind-boggling interval act.  And of course, the question on everyone’s lips - just who is going to be the executive supervisor?

Will they manage to pull together a show worthy of the Eurovision stage, or will John regret the day he went into a creative partnership with Luke?

Buckle up for a rollercoaster ride through Eurovision history, packed with fascinating trivia, hilarious banter, and a whole lot of heart as Luke & John piece together their dream Eurovision final.

Cracking TV is produced and presented by Luke Sluman and John Furlong.

Our rather marvellous theme tune was written and performed by Simon McInerney.

Additional sound effects from zapsplat.com.

Luke & John Cracking TV is an IHOG Factual Entertainment Production.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When John pitched commissioner Luke Have I Got News for You, Never Mind the Buzzcocks, Would I Lie to You?, and Mock the Week, he won the commission despite Luke already having Shooting Stars in mind. Truth or Lie?

Cracking TV is produced and presented by Luke Sluman and John Furlong.

Our rather marvellous theme tune was written and performed by Simon McInerney.

Additional sound effects from zapsplat.com.

Follow us @crackingtv.

Luke & John Cracking TV is an IHOG Factual Entertainment Production.

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Hello campers, we're looking for a David Croft sitcom, so if you're free listen very carefully to Cracking TV.

Luke pitches commissioner John Dad's Army, Hi-de-Hi, Are You Being Served, and 'Allo 'Allo - but John is already minded to commission You Rang M'Lord. Will Luke win the commission and a week at Maplins, or will he be a stupid boy and have to spend two weeks at Maplins?

Cracking TV is produced and presented by Luke Sluman and John Furlong.

Our rather marvellous theme tune was written and performed by Simon McInerney.

Additional sound effects from zapsplat.com.

Follow us @crackingtv.

Luke & John Cracking TV is an IHOG Factual Entertainment Production.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John pitches Coronation Street, Emmerdale, Brookside, and EastEnders to commissioner Luke to feature on Cracking TV - but Luke is already minded to commission Eldorado. Will John persuade Luke to pick one of his shows instead?

Expect fights, romance, and unexpected births - and that's just from Luke & John.

Cracking TV is produced and presented by Luke Sluman and John Furlong.

Our rather marvellous theme tune was written and performed by Simon McInerney.

Additional sound effects from zapsplat.com.

Luke & John Cracking TV is an IHOG Factual Entertainment Production.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're changing letters, taking off, and going wild in the aisles as we try to find a morning gameshow for Cracking TV.  

Luke has brought four quirky formats for commissioner John to consider.  First, there’s Chain Letters, where contestants engage in a clever twist of words to win cash. Then, Luke goes up Richard Madeley’s Runway, a show that brought the airport experience to the living room.  There’s the simplicity of Lucky Ladders; Lukey will need to be lucky to land Ladders.  Finally, Luke pitches the beloved classic Supermarket Sweep, where enthusiastic shoppers dash through a mock supermarket wearing pastel sweatshirts in pursuit of glory. 

However, John is already minded to commission the banter-filed celebrity drawing show Win, Lose, or Draw. Will Luke's ambitious pitches be enough to impress John's discerning commissioner’s eye and make him change his mind, or will he think Luke’s brought a pile of cheap filler and stick with Win, Lose, or Draw?  There are no draws available here, so Luke will either win big, or he’ll lose badly and have to leave John's office in disgrace.

Cracking TV is produced and presented by Luke Sluman and John Furlong.

Our rather marvellous theme tune was written and performed by Simon McInerney.

Additional sound effects from zapsplat.com.

Luke & John Cracking TV is an IHOG Factual Entertainment Production.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Margaret! Albatross! Scorchio!  In this episode of Cracking TV, Luke & John dive headfirst into the world of sketch shows, each armed with their picks for the ultimate comedy slot on their imagined TV network. Luke takes his first go in the role of commissioner while John pitches a selection of classic shows, including the iconic Fast Show, the culturally significant Goodness Gracious Me, and the big laughs of Big Train.  How will John's nostalgic picks stand up against the legendary Monty Python's Flying Circus, which Luke has already earmarked as the frontrunner? 

As they navigate through the comedic landscape, they discuss the merits and potential pitfalls of each show, all while sharing their insights from their decades of experience in television.

Will Luke think John's pitch is Brilliant, or does it have as much life as a Norwegian Blue meaning Luke will tell John to kiss his chuddies? Tune in to find out as they explore TV sketch comedy and what makes these shows resonate long after their original air dates.

Cracking TV is produced and presented by Luke Sluman and John Furlong.

Our rather marvellous theme tune was written and performed by Simon McInerney.

Additional sound effects from zapsplat.com.

Follow us @crackingtv.

Luke & John Cracking TV is an IHOG Factual Entertainment Production.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're all about anarchy with a hangover as we're looking at Saturday Morning Kids TV.

Join Luke & John as they plunge headfirst into the wonderfully chaotic realm of Saturday mornings. With them as your trusty guides, reminisce about the sheer madness of Tiswas, the inventive charm of Swap Shop, and the wonderfully chaotic spirit of No. 73.  Or maybe you’d prefer the uniquely-BBC blend of information, education, and entertainment found on Saturday Superstore, Going Live!, and Live & Kicking.  But if that’s too much, there’s the blast that is SMTV Live and the anarchy of Dick & Dom in Da Bungalow.

Where else are you going to hear Margaret Thatcher give her opinions on the latest pop tunes, or get the opportunity to ring in and tell Five Star what you really think of them?

Prepare yourselves for a rollicking ride down the rabbit hole of nostalgia in this uproarious first episode of Cracking TV! 

Cracking TV is produced and presented by Luke Sluman and John Furlong.

Our rather marvellous theme tune was written and performed by Simon McInerney.

Additional sound effects from zapsplat.com.

Luke & John Cracking TV is an IHOG Factual Entertainment Production.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.