The BEST episodes of The Russell Howard Hour season 5

Every episode of The Russell Howard Hour season 5, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of The Russell Howard Hour season 5!

Russell Howard offers his unique take on the week's news and current affairs. He'll be picking through the biggest UK and international stories, and offering a wise and worldly view on the globe's news. Along the way, he'll welcome celebrity guests and leading experts, as well as hear from fledgling global correspondents. Plus, there will be stand-up, too, as Russell showcases some of the comedy scene's finest and most exciting stars.

Last Updated: 10/12/2024Network: Sky MaxStatus: Continuing
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Episode 2
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8.07
14 votes

#1 - Episode 2

Season 5 - Episode 2 - Aired 9/16/2021

Russell Howard chats to Robert Peston and Paul Chowdhry. Plus, stand-up from Janine Harouni.

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Episode 3
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7.91
11 votes

#2 - Episode 3

Season 5 - Episode 3 - Aired 9/23/2021

This week Russell addresses Nicki Minaj's covid vaccine claims, talks to comedian and TV personality Paul Sinha, and chats to singer-songwriter Tom Grennan, who also performs.

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Episode 4
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7.83
12 votes

#3 - Episode 4

Season 5 - Episode 4 - Aired 9/30/2021

Russell delves into the nation's fuel panic and chats to writer and comedian Lucy Beaumont and actor David Harewood. Plus, music from Joy Crookes.

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Episode 5
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7.80
10 votes

#4 - Episode 5

Season 5 - Episode 5 - Aired 10/7/2021

Tonight Russell welcomes Alma's Not Normal star Sophie Willan and further reflects on petrol problems. There's stand-up from Andrew Bird and Andrew Steele talks about ageing.

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Episode 1
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7.69
16 votes

#5 - Episode 1

Season 5 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/9/2021

Russell Howard is joined by Iain Stirling, Katie Piper and Aaron Simmonds to put the world to rights in the fifth series of his hit comedy news show.

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Episode 6
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7.67
12 votes

#6 - Episode 6

Season 5 - Episode 6 - Aired 10/14/2021

Join Russell as he digs into Fury vs Wilder, chats to comedy legend Sir Billy Connolly and comedian and writer Isy Suttie. Plus, music from Everyone You Know.

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Episode 7
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7.29
7 votes

#7 - Episode 7

Season 5 - Episode 7 - Aired 10/21/2021

Russell discusses William Shatner's trip to space, and chats to director Edgar Wright and psychologist Steven Pinker. Plus, stand-up by Fatiha El-Ghorri.

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Episode 8
star
7.29
7 votes

#8 - Episode 8

Season 5 - Episode 8 - Aired 11/4/2021

Join Russell as he discusses the COP26 summit, speaks to actress and author Evanna Lynch and comedian Joe Wilkinson. Plus, Jordan Brookes is in the Spotlight.

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Episode 9
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7.29
7 votes

#9 - Episode 9

Season 5 - Episode 9 - Aired 11/11/2021

Russell looks at the week's news and speaks to comedian Lou Sanders and rapper and author Akala. Plus, a performance by Akala, Knucks, Kojey Radical and Swindle.

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Episode 10
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7.17
6 votes

#10 - Episode 10

Season 5 - Episode 10 - Aired 11/18/2021

Join Russell as he digs into the news of the week and speaks to Countdown's Susie Dent and former footballer Paul Merson. Plus, stand-up from Harriet Dyer.

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Episode 12
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7.14
7 votes

#11 - Episode 12

Season 5 - Episode 12 - Aired 12/2/2021

Russell discusses the Omicron variant, speaks to psychologist Jordan Peterson and comedian Guz Khan. Music comes from Self Esteem.

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Episode 11
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7.00
7 votes

#12 - Episode 11

Season 5 - Episode 11 - Aired 11/25/2021

Join Russell as he looks at Europe's anti-lockdown protests, chats with presenter Gabby Logan and comedian Jimmy Carr, with Jacob Hawley in the Spotlight.

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Episode 13
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7.00
5 votes

#13 - Episode 13

Season 5 - Episode 13 - Aired 12/9/2021

Russell discusses the big Tory Christmas party of 2020, chats to businessman and Dragon Steven Bartlett, and comedian Josh Widdicombe. Music comes from Cat Burns.

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Episode 14
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6.75
4 votes

#14 - Episode 14

Season 5 - Episode 14 - Aired 12/16/2021

Russell talks Boris's COVID Christmas plans, chats to The Matrix's Keanu Reeves and Carrie-Anne Moss, and First Dates' Fred Sirieix. With music from Flo & Joan.

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