Jimmy Carr is returning to New Zealand and he's gathering all of his best jokes as well as some brand new material for the trip.

He's bringing his Best Of world tour to NZ for seven shows on January 15-22, starting in Auckland and ending in Dunedin.

Carr spoke with Larry Williams about what to expect from his New Zealand shows.

Tickets go on sale 9am, October 9. See jimmycarr.com for more info and Ticketmaster or Ticketek for tickets.

LISTEN ABOVE AS JIMMY CARR SPEAKS WITH LARRY WILLIAMS