Jan Muster

The new Jimmy Carr special is a disappointing addition to his body of work. Rather than offering fresh, innovative humor, Carr relies heavily on his old formula of shock value and offensive jokes. The material feels recycled, with punchlines that are predictable and lacking in originality. The special also suffers from poor pacing, making it a slog to get through. Carr’s attempts to push boundaries often come off as trying too hard, and instead of being edgy, the humor feels dated and insensitive. Overall, the special fails to deliver the clever, biting wit that fans might expect from Jimmy Carr.