FXUK picks up 'The Colbert Report'

FXUK has picked up the rights to air satirical news show The Colbert Report.

The daily talkshow - hosted by political comedian Stephen Colbert - is a spinoff from The Daily Show, which airs on More4 in the UK.

The Colbert Report will air Tuesdays to Fridays on FX at 11pm, beginning on May 6.