Christmas Special 2024 - No More Jockeys with Alex Horne, Tim Key + Mark Watson

[@NoMoreJockeys]

Now then… Haiminh is 99.9% sure he scheduled this to go live at 11am Christmas morning (not the usual 9am) instead of midnight Christmas Eve, because only an idiot would do that. Never mind. At least we won’t be fighting for screen time against Wallace & Gromit or Strictly. Enjoy opening our present a day early! Thanks for watching our divvy name game - merry Christmas to those celebrating, and lots of love to those who aren’t. Here’s to 2025. x

[@TheYorkRose]

Thanks Haiminh for doing the work and apologies on behalf of the demons of KZbin for it appearing here early - but it's a lovely festive treat either way! 💖

[@ChannelSurffing3847u]

There's a tradition in NL, Canada where December 23rd is Tibb's Eve, a night for friends before the family Christmas obligations and this fits that perfectly for us in North American time zones. ❤ Thank you!

[@kjack8907]

Merry Christmas Haiminh! I don’t think any of the BTLs are or will be upset for the early treat!!

[@marsZpants]

An xmas miracle 🎉🎉🎉

[@IAMPLEDGE]

I just assumed it was a nod to the pretence of 'liveness' of such shows as Hootenanny are filmed in November.

[@AndrewLavers]

When we needed them most - they returned. With job gloves on hands, and hands off faces - below the line shall feast tonight. And I for one, don’t mind it. Over.

[@essentialatom]

Lee Mack told Horne the story of how Evel Knievel got his name and it involved being jailed and Horne didn't fucking pay attention

[@musical3lottie]

Ah, so he wasn't Evel Knievel when he was jailed, only became EK afterwards 😉 So Evel Knievel was not on the wrong side of the law, Robert Craig Knievel was.

[@fleshbhones]

​@@musical3lottie are you Erin Brockovich?

[@eskileriksson4457]

@@musical3lottie No, he became Evil Knievel upon hearing about Awful Knauful, while in the same jail. Alledgedly.

[@musical3lottie]

@@eskileriksson4457 if true then still it was Robert Craig Knievel who was arrested, convicted, sentenced, and sent to jail, not Evel 😜

[@musical3lottie]

@@fleshbhones haha! Just moderately versed in the ways ATL wriggle out of things … (perhaps more of an Erin Mockovich, if you will).

[@KatieWillems]

it's a christmas eve eve miracle

[@solipsismworld]

I almost cried when Alex leaned in and apologized that it had taken them so long to play another round. Thanks all, and happy holidays!

[@lukehuntington7983]

My wife is giving birth, and just two hours ago we played a round of NMJ as a way to help her keep distracted. She went out to "no more fish owners", and I went out to "no more people who don't want to have their own fashion line," so my mother-in-law won. Less than an hour afterward, this dropped. Good show, chums

[@okayheykae]

Hope everything goes well, and congrats!

[@distracted-Heather]

The sheer joy of seeing this notification… Followed by confusion since it’s clearly not Christmas morning. 🤣

[@NoMoreJockeys]

You’re telling me

[@JamesDONK-d5k]

Very on brand though. You solid gold legend x

[@EdDaish-Miller]

I screamed a little bit. Didn't expect that

[@westarchildren7197]

As an American I found myself googling “when does the uk celebrate Christmas” 😂😂

[@martinwatson9639]

@@westarchildren7197 For some, it starts mid-August and continues until March!

[@Jonathan_Finch]

The nuisance penguins fly tonight

[@markhynes157]

The southern Sarahs dance tonight

[@shanecommins7968]

*flaps furiously*

[@bearhustler]

The Cesspit Gems sparkle below the line.

[@jg613887]

The jock straps are supporting

[@markhynes157]

@@jg613887 the Cess pit gems are crawling out from under the mud

[@misc.mp4]

“i don’t think i’m going to go on the grounds that evel knievel is the opposite of erin brockovich” i’ve missed this ❤

[@TheYorkRose]

The absolute scenes of Horney naming a convict for the "no lawyers or convicts" and then doubling down with someone famously put to death for crimes and also famously being an advocate for humanity, what a blessèd Christmas miracle 🎉

[@whyareyouhittingme]

Didn't he go around smashing up temples as well?

[@sheppo]

I'm happy Tim got a second iPad.

[@lighinz137]

Gosh, that tickled me, thanks for pointing that out

[@emmafrost1210]

No more no more No More Jockeys 🎉

[@tom.lox.ralphs]

Hear hear

[@YearOfJustRealizingStuff]

This comment is a triumph

[@itselisha222]

It's not Christmas until we've heard "what's Boris Johnson's son called?"

[@erineichenberger9986]

Key an absolute solid gold legend for soldiering on despite flagrant violations of no more lawfuls and awfuls category. The very picture of grace under pressure is our Key. So delighted to see this and may just loop it throughout the day as I make my final preparations. Cheers lads!

[@J.L.Media.]

Don’t know if it's just because it is Christmas Eve but I was genuinely quite touched when Horne apologized for the NMJ absence at 14 minutes. I’m busy getting things sorted for tomorrow. It's stressful and this video popping up on my notifications has made my day. Thanks boys. Merry Christmas.

[@michaelbartmeier9016]

Apparently, above the line, Christmas Day is not on, your friend and mine, the 25th of December

[@xdtjv2843]

Tim's Ipad, Taskmaster's Assistent and Watto, what a great team

[@danielwillits2173]

Pretty sure the man “in the moon” has a fairly massive descriptor in his name. He’s probably been seen by more than 10 million people at once too

[@IAMPLEDGE]

@danielwillits2173 I came here to say much the same, especially as 'the man' is a fairly good descriptor even if one disregards the 'in the moon' part of his name. And if you're arguing that he's been seen by more than 10 millions people at once, then I am also going argue that he has been to Bath.

[@s0mniosidae]

​@@IAMPLEDGEMuch simpler, I'm arguing non-human

[@iamfishmind]

​@@s0mniosidaehe's human, a (hu)man on the moon

[@musical3lottie]

@@danielwillits2173 were I Watto I would have argued that's a preposition, rather than a personal description per the original example. Definitely would have been a fun challenge to see!

[@jockcox]

Potentially more of a locator than a descriptor, in that it tells you nothing of the man himself.

[@IAMPLEDGE]

Horne putting the headphones on for the duration of Watto's anecdote about the Japan trip, presumably so he didn't have to listen to it, was masterful. Classic Jockeys.

[@ez-tn8ic]

The children YEARN for no more jockeys

[@PaulBateman1973]

OMG, i thought i'd never see the day! Love to you all

[@charsey94]

This cesspit gem’s heart did a little flutter when he saw that this was a new upload. Thanks ATL for bringing BTL a wonderful Christmas treat!

[@markhynes157]

It has to be, your friend and mine, the Xmas 2024 episode 🎉🎉 Here’s to a set 6 🤞🏻 All us down here in the manufacturing zone need the content

[@Mercernary42]

Surely it would be "Match 2>Set 1>Game 1"???

[@philh5292]

I think it would be, yeah - but also, sadly, probably a big part of why we won't see a new full game like the previous: it's too much of a commitment to start one and then be committed to about 6 sets or so. A nice compromise would be to scrap the tennis system, and just have individual series - first to 5 or 10 wins or something. Then they'd only be committed to one series at a time. That's probably the only way we'd see more than the occasional specials (very welcome and much appreciated as they are!)

[@chug-chug-pickles]

I’m interacting with the content…sorry wrong channel. It’s been far too long since I’ve been down here below the line. Genuinely, thanks so much for this, it’s crazy how much happiness I get from NMJ 😂.

[@emmafrost1210]

The ATLs kept me sane in lockdown(s) and I've not stopped re-watching and re-watching since 😂❤

[@chug-chug-pickles]

⁠​⁠​⁠​⁠@@emmafrost1210 exactly the same here, somehow 3 comedians slowly losing their minds kept ours in a safe place 😂😂 I’ve re-watched them so much at this point but still laugh the same as I did the first time. It’s ended up becoming my comfort show, no matter what mood I’m in it’ll always cheer me up.

[@Boudleaux]

A Christmas miracle. There truly is a Santa Claus. Thank you to those above the line and happy Christmas.

[@SackSean]

I am very happy to see this.

[@distracted-Heather]

This is the level of silliness that I desperately needed! Thank you gentlemen 🎄

[@ameliawoodman750]

a welcome return to crumpled key (christmas edition)

[@harrycartwright99]

Nick Frost key

[@mythalive]

Cracking open a Christmas beer and sitting back to enjoy my first proper BTL experience since discovering No More Jockeys over the summer. Thank you!

[@charliewildfire]

the best christmas present oh my gosh

[@renmack]

So so so happy this is here

[@mizzed6421]

BTL thriving with this early Christmas blessing. Thank you Key, Horne, and Watto ❤

[@cmitchell6927]

Thank you so much for this. The best show not commissioned on not-TV

[@philh5292]

As a huge PG Wodehouse fan, when Tim started mentioning Anatole, I could only think of the wonderful French chef of Bertie Wooster's aunt. I was puzzled about which story he'd been submerged in water? 😂

[@ynneppenny]

With a festive return of NMJ, I am simply having a wonderful christmastime.

[@blairhay9647]

Just thank you for being here

[@TheYorkRose]

What a delightful midnight Christmas Eve present 💖🌲

[@leslier.4149]

sitting here with my back flat against the law wall and I have to say, it's not very comfortable, but I'm glad to be back below the line

[@bioLarzen]

Pisstake Santa would be an intriguing video subject, I must say.

[@KevinManning-y4z]

Great to see a Christmas NMJ. It has left me contemplating whether pits count as a body part.

[@trishking6343]

Well I guess 'working' Christmas Eve has taken a positive turn! Thanks gents - just what I needed. Merry Christmas legends.

[@rosshillitt2874]

I have missed this so much.

[@andrewplaysyellow]

Well this is, when you really stop to think about it, good news.

[@Lexi_lexis]

Honestly, trying to think of a fun joke response, but generally just bloody chuffed to find myself unexpectedly below the line ❤

[@SlackerGalactic]

What a joy to be below the line again

[@TheNicksfavs]

Absolutely fantastic. So pleased it's back and I personally couldn't wait one more day.

[@lighinz137]

Always a joyful notification to see. Feels like coming home ❤

[@ianf6762]

This was a lovely surprise to come home from work to. I don't mind it. Merry Christmas all!

[@thegotterdammerung]

I've been looking forward to this since last year's Christmas special. Thank you guys. Merry Christmas and love to all. Also, thanks for repping LA and the Dodgers, Key.

[@sophiab217]

I physically jumped when i saw the notification omg

[@ChannelSurffing3847u]

Oh my goodness! This just made my Christmas! 🎄 Thank you! A very Merry Christmas to you and yours, both above and below the line.

[@Phollingsworth1000]

The best Christmas gift!!!!

[@lelithlongplays]

What an unexpected treat! Thank you! I loved it! 😊

[@wikiwikiwa]

Thank you for existing gentlemen, I appreciate that.

[@aislingmurphy2759]

Never clicked so fast!!

[@bladechild2449]

looking forward to the next 5 set match

[@joshwilson314]

Happy Christmas Adam everyone!

[@roberteendres]

I am so happy to be back below the line!

[@angeskye]

Ty for making Christmas Eve washing folding enjoyable!

[@bondfool]

Merry Christmas and a happy new year to the NMJ boys and congratulations to Tim on his job in L.A.!

[@mzmamamiavirgo]

OMG no way! Yeyyy so exciting! Gotta update my playlist!

[@lHateTrance]

I'm flapping my nuisance wings in excitement 👏👏👏

[@MasonKing]

Merry Christmas and thanks for another new episode! I hope even a mini series comes through in 2025 🎉

[@dikkedorus]

Honestly a comeback of this caliber almost needs trailer or something! Great stuff.

[@stroof-is-tired]

The joy this has brought to us nuisance penguins in the manufacturing zone cannot be rivalled. Fantastic to be back below the line. Off for a danced egg now. Over.

[@eskileriksson4457]

They say you can't beat rice, but Tim did. Well done.

[@CorinneDemyanovich]

I didn’t have this on my Christmas wish list, but I don’t mind it at all!

[@ceiphillips7486]

I am so much happier with the line back in play. Merry Christmas guys

[@garrethhawkins3204]

Watching Horne conmit treason almost felt like Jesus was in the room. Spot on impression.

[@hannahprose]

Thank you!! ❤❤❤

[@bearhustler]

A Christmas Miracle! Little Branson won't find me sad when he comes a-knocking at my door later !!!

[@pearlDonagan]

Incredible gift. thank you lads

[@nhgbee]

What a night to be a BTL

[@tom.lox.ralphs]

Key chasing every ball

[@pianogirly1]

Hark the nuisance penguins sing!

[@BudBonkerson]

Very pleased to be BTL on this fine day

[@mikefgroves]

This is the best Christmas guide of all. Love you guys!!!

[@brilliantmonarch]

I could cry ❤

[@cheesescientist]

Genuinely, thank you so much.

[@marsZpants]

WHAT! 😂😂, happy holidays everyone atl and btl ❤

[@MsKatyDod]

Happy Holidays to all above and below the line! May you all have a happy and healthy New Year! Thanks again to Messieurs Watto, Horne, and Key for another delightful game!!

[@mosssellick2515]

I watch no more jockeys every single night, this has made me a very happy boy

[@jessesutton7985]

Thanks for another great Christmas treat! Merry Christmas, Happy New Year! Over.

[@allyrudge7552]

A not-at-all fiddly notification.

[@thomasthomasson2319]

Greg makes Alex eat a pat of butter and Alex makes Mark put talcum powder down his jumper. When will the cycle end?

[@AdamPettman]

Here we are, where we are, below the line. Can’t say I mind it at all.

[@Griffsterometer]

I truly believed I would never see a new NMJ again. The Christmas Spirit is flowing strong

[@peterspyer1124]

aaah so happy this happened. didm'y expect one this year

[@mjmwise]

For now and forever, Beatrix Potter is a manual for how one can treat an egg! Thanks, NMJ!

[@teddytrumps]

The gasp I gasped. Gasps from below the line.

[@WadeyUK]

Happy Christmas, got my job gloves on for one last time before the big man arrives and it was an early present and I have to say I don’t mind it 🙅🏻‍♂️

[@TheBClark88]

I think once Key has played this game a bit more he’ll get the hang of it

[@bitsambobs8364]

Yeeeeees! The best Christmas gift

[@SlowMotionAtomicBomb]

Well, I've heard what you've had to say, and I've enjoyed it.

[@06rkenny]

Oh how I miss these

[@eggplantglue7433]

Big love to all BTL and A

[@piranarmes9867]

This is the best day! Thank you! "My blouse hurts, it hurts my shoulders 🎵" 😂

[@mikeydanger67]

Yes lads

[@Poshfan2878]

Alex knows all about Evil Kanivel! Lee Mack talked about it on Taskmaster

[@TrillionGrams]

Happy Christmas to you too Horne. 14:21