
Oliver Callan
Acting
Biography
Oliver Callan is an Irish satirist and impressionist known for his work on the radio shows "Callan's Kicks" and "Nob Nation", where he parodies political and cultural figures. He has gained fame for his sharp humor and has become a prominent voice in Irish comedy.
Known For

Callan Kicks the Years is a six-part TV series unlike any comedy ever made in Ireland, romping through the 100 years since the 1921 Treaty using sketches and satirical documentary. The series will kick Dev’s grim legacy, the 60s showbands versus feminism era, the twin 80s crazes of Haughey and moving statues, Jackie’s Army, the Bertie Boom through to the Hangover of recession, in a way only comedy can. The most controversial periods of Irish history stripped down for a kicking? There may be calls to Liveline. Talk to Joe.
Callan Kicks The Years
A selection of Dermot Morgan's family, friends, colleagues and admirers, including Pat Shortt, Oliver Callan and Pauline Mc Lynn, look back on the life of the comedian, writer, satirist and actor whose savage wit belied a caring nature and reflect on his place in the annals of comedy greats.
Dermot Morgan: Fearless Funnyman

From Brat Summer to Kamala’s collapse and Sinn Féin scandals to Simon Harris’ viral disaster, everything worth laughing about features in this essential look back on 2024.
Callan Kicks The Year 2024

Joining Oliver Callan in kicking the years. 2020 was the year of two lockdowns, two elections and two Taoisigh. Callan's Kicks looks back on the forgettable year's epic highs and lows.
Callan Kicks The Year

The annual comedy review starring Oliver Callan looks back on the year Ireland flipped out over RTÉ scandals and flopped out of a Rugby World Cup.
Callan Kicks The Year 2023

Callan Kicks the Year dips through all the maddest moments in Ireland and abroad in 2025.
Callan Kicks the Year 2025
Oliver Callan presents various sketches involving his famous imitations of Irish public figures