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Martin Brennan is a factional character created and played by the comedian Steve Coogan for the critically acclaimed 2019 comedy programme "This Time with Alan Partridge". The programme was a parody of day-time British shows such as "Good Morning Britain" and "The One Show",[1] hosted by Coogan's long-term character Alan Partridge, who in turn is a parody of a tactless and inept television host.[2]
In the skit, Partridge and his co-host Jennie (played by Susannah Fielding) interview Martin Brennan, also acted by Coogan, who was invited as a Partridge doppelganger. Introduced as a farmer from County Sligo, the interview quickly becomes unruly as Brennan claims to have never heard of Partridge until a few weeks ago (he was told Partridge was a "famous fella, used to be on the TV way back"),[1] and controversially sings the Irish Rebel Songs "Come Out, Ye Black and Tans" and "The Men Behind the Wire", much to Partridge's and the other hosts and "guests" discomfort.[3]
The segment has been described as the highlight of "This Time" and quickly became viral. The nuance behind the caricature of a West of Ireland bachelor farmer was widely praised by Irish critics and fans.[1][4] Coogan, who was born and raised in Manchester to Irish parents, said
- ^ a b c Stacet, Pat. "This Time with Alan Partridge review: This is what truly great, enduring comedy looks like". Irish Independent, 20 March 2019. Retrieved 28 April 2024
- ^ Abbott, Kate. "Part David Cameron, part Piers Morgan – Alan Partridge returns in time for Brexit". The Guardian, 14 February 2019. Retrieved 28 April 2024
- ^ Clarke, Donald. "Steve Coogan: ‘Come Out, Ye Black and Tans is two fingers to the British’". Irish Times, 22 February 2020. Retrieved 28 April 2024
- ^ Cashin, Rory. "Steve Coogan is bringing back Martin Brennan for the new Alan Partridge show". Joe.ie, 2 March 2022. Retrieved 28 April 2024