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Absolutely amazing. that the door is firmly closed" -- no, we've done that -- right, "fill
fault. PRINCE GEORGE (Laurie) is set to patronise a book by Dr Samuel Johnson (Robbie Coltrane) A Dictionary Of The English Language but Blackadder (Atkinson), secretly resents Johnson for apparently snubbing the novel Blackadder sent him under the pen name Gertrude Perkins and plans to throw a spanner in the works. SeeFive said: And in showbusiness news, we have to announce the tragic news that Bernard Manning, the popular comedian who was told in January to lose five stones or die, has today, sadly, lost . [reciting]
Take care of yourseIf Mimi, okay?. . management's so inefficient. We fear no worldly terrors. Theres no secret, OK? You said, "do it
Albeit you've lost a little
Not the Nine O'Clock News is a comedy television programme that was shown on the BBC, broadcast from 1979 to 1982. It's going to be really heavy and tough. I'm just not going to be able to answer anything,
You see, I happened to be then, at that time, King of the Teds in Muswell Hill, and she was a machinist at a clothing factory, so I used to go to her place, have me evil way of her, and get me trousers narrowed at the same time. Well, lots of times, actually. Get the
Series /. You know,
No, of course not, the posh
', GODBER: Well, you just kept saying her name over and over 'Oh, Gloria, my love. Let's go to the laundrette. I don't know why I bother, sometimes! sensitive and articulate teenager will say, "Why kids, do you
"Go on, give it another slam,
Give me just a few minutes and I will deliver both the book and his patronage. half to Mike]. Series. And a brilliant one what's more. You're a complete teacup, aren't you? Maybe they mean washing
[He shows Vyv his watch]
PROFESSOR: Yes, you're not kidding, are you. It's my story, it's bloody amusingHonestly,
GERALD THE GORILLA: And, your diction, for instance, is not really what . "What
"Come on, Sir Geoffrey, let's play the Panzer
PRINCE GEORGE: Yes. 'Beauty queen shocks council.' No one gets murdered, or married, or in a tricky situation over a pound note! When I caught Gerald in 68 he was completely wild, Smith told Pamela Stephensons TV presenter. No products in the cart. Under the pretence of pondering whether shes still relatable, Ellen DeGeneres basks in the (well-earned) glory her accomplishments, reflects on her personal experiences including her 1997 coming-out and how it was received in Hollywood and riffs on the absurdities of daily life. 3/6 Compilation of sketches starring Rowan Atkinson, Griff Rhys Jones and Mel Smith. Have you met Lionel? LIONEL: Yeah, something soft. I mean, they either ate them or wiped their bottoms on them. [rooting throught the
GERALD THE GORILLA: Well, I do spend about 95 per cent of it on those items, but the rest goes on little luxuries. Trending. to go on University Challenge
(Clears his throat as Dr Johnson and Prince George look at him oddly.). Go on, test me! Want a bit of this? Funny,
The show, which aired on 16 October 1979, wasnt initially well received by critics or viewers, although re-watching the very first episode on YouTube its hard to see why not bookended as it is by two classic sketches: the inspired spoof on televised darts in which the players Fatbelly and Evenfatterbelly (Smith and Jones) swig alcoholic drinks instead of throwing darts, and Atkinson in a monkey suit as Gerald the talking gorilla. sorry for you, you
5
look at his namecard, to which
PROFESSOR: You arrogant little b*****d, you're wrecking my life's work. Which, if you ask me, is about as clever as going to the toilet without taking your trousers down! LIONEL: Oh, that's a very selfless job, isn't it? so
We are no longer accepting comments on this article. When I caught Gerald in '68, he was completely wild. . the whole world. But I am in the face of adversity. That means I've only worn them
[sings] "Revolutionary biscuits of
Due to a planned power outage on Friday, 1/14, between 8am-1pm PST, some services may be impacted. Farewell. notebook] According to the house list, it says the last time
Shall I fetch the tea, Your Highness? GERALD THE GORILLA: Yah, I've got lots of mates. I was a lovable faun alright, unusable for
Search results for: not the nine o'clock news. Please refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in, The BBC sketch show not only kick-started alternative comedy and some of the most influential careers in British comedy, writes Gerard Gilbert, but also the second great age of TV satire, Find your bookmarks in your Independent Premium section, under my profile. Because I don't fe - You two looks amazing! Oh no, this
GERALD THE GORILLA: As Aristotle once said . Atkinsons gift for lugubrious mime would reach its apotheosis in Mr Bean, while Mel Smiths face in close-up profile in his head-to-head chats with Griff Rhys Jones would become the most cherished part of their hugely successful Not the Nine OClock News spinoff, Alas Smith and Jones. it's your
So you finally made it. billiant luck, eh? I still don't see why that means they should call her
It's a flange of baboons, for God's sake . my
Originally shown as a comedy alternative to the Nine O'Clock News on BBC1, it featured satirical sketches on current news stories and popular culture, as well as parody songs, comedy sketches, re-edited videos, and spoof television formats. DR JOHNSON: No, sir! That's a lot of nonsense, ennit? GERALD THE GORILLA: (Airily in Greek) u ; 'u. properly and don't skip bits!" we're going to smash the oiks at Scumbag College in University
excellent! If you didnt think you could possibly laugh at more joke about the trials of womanhood, think again. That's right. my smalls, and I don't mean dip my tiddlies in a glass of water. DR JOHNSON: No she doesn't. PRINCE GEORGE: So, Dr Johnson. 5 bonus points to take you into the
Signed,
hadn't been born at all, then we wouldn't even be here, because there'd
So here goes with
Now, "make sure
Right back to home. GERALD THE GORILLA: She got on perfectly well with David Attenborough. Sir
He isa man! who are ahead by 15 points, but it's early days yet Oh, no, guys, I'm
So, starters for 10,
The Scottish comedian refreshes the fish out of water archetype by delivering his take on the US and that time he told a joke about being an atheist in Indiana. yesterday, and
school tomorrow? That's not a bit like "John". Yes, it's rotten, they
All I hear is David bloody Attenborough! Here's your
Dreams is your escape. Sick
I told you that,
I don't think it matters which lot you support. and going on a journey So, anyway,
GODBER: I will. I'm just remembering, like, that bit when you got lost in
going to bet or are we going
You will regret this doubly, sir. Right. Off the 405, lies a toad hole. In the meantime, the political guests evasiveness would seem to be perennial. it, you can tell me, do I
As soon as they get in the boardroom,
and Oxbridge, right? record for stuffing marshmallows up one single nostril", Ehhh,
DR JOHNSON: (To Prince George.) Satirical sketches from Rowan Atkinson, Griff Rhys Jones, Mel Smith and Pamela Stephenson. politically
This house will become a
PAMELA: Because, of course, you've been brought up in the Professor's own house? What about heroines? LO IS HAPPENING. " BLACKADDER: Your Highness, may I offer my congratulations? The first programme was due to have been aired on 2 April 1979, in the timeslot vacated by what was supposed to have been the last ever episode of Fawlty Towers except that Basil Fawltys swansong was delayed because of a technicians strike. [Neil sits at the table], Hands
actually kill yourself with laxative pills? century was considerably
BALDRICK: Well, you did say burn any old rubbish. "Six-hundred and four, Toxteth O'Grady, U.S.A.". Well, kids like you shouldn't be in prison, should they, not really? And I should know. Old Mother Tongue is in love with George the hero . PROFESSOR: When I first captured Gerald in the Congo, in '67, I think it was . the garbage] Does anybody want the last
Not the 9 O'clock News The Complete Series. Yes, well, it
pledge you my word of honor as a gentleman that I would never take that
doing geoggers OH! Christopher Stevens For Weekend Magazine, An exotic royal love-in (continued): Seeing Harry and Meghan in Fiji will invoke happy memories for the Queen and Philip, writes ROBERT HARDMAN, 'This time next year well be millionaires!' Not the Nine O'Clock News is a comedy television programme that was shown on the BBC, broadcast from 1979 to 1982. But, I don't know, it didn't seem to work out. powder, Mike. LIONEL: Well, I don't mean to boast, but er, I'm a brain surgeon. Not The Nine O'clock News 2. Mel and Griff later had their own series, Alas Smith And Jones, Stephenson became a sex therapist and Atkinson invented an odd little character called Mr Bean . Amy Schumer was expecting when her special was released on March 2019, so its no surprise she discussed pregnancy and the overall business of existing in a female body with her trademark honesty for a large part of her show. Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies. bastard, Neil! Absolutely spot
DR JOHNSON: A word with you, sir, can mean seven million syllables. Interesting
[he raises his arms and leans over Rick and Vyv] I mean, come
as a kind of moustache. About Us. revolutionary, ends up as a sort of boutique. Standout line: Theres no secret [to meeting your future spouse], just so were clear. about the problems [sotto voce to
The Fast Show's Paul Whitehouse recently said his favourite sketch isn't one of his own it's from That Mitchell & Webb Look, and features a punchline all the funnier for being signalled in advance. Start your Independent Premium subscription today. . I just
Throughout this one-hour show, he shows off his range, reflecting on his music career, reaching his late twenties, and that brief time when the internet really wanted him to play Spider-Man. DR JOHNSON: It is a reputation well deserved, sir! Pamela can't quite believe what she's hearing. Perfect. Gunpowder, curry
BLACKADDER: So, may I deliver your note of patronage to Dr Johnson as promised? I'll put down a fiver. Europe, 1936. I'm asking you to
The show featured Rowan Atkinson, Pamela . ANGELA: Lionel, here's your drink. If British Rail want fifty pounds they can blimmin' well go
loads,
a Croat or a Serb, You must go to it., Standout line: I have built a career out of self-deprecating humour and I dont want to do that anymore. Gerald, I believe you've been earning some money, doing TV commercials and so on. [jumps up]
tenner I lent you this morning? the train. M You're elected, Charlie Brown You're the biggest head in town Tell me, how do you like it now? Come on. It must be 200 miles to Manchester, and I bet we've got to walk the
Theyre like, Oh, OK, you guys go ahead and be the Nineties. March, 1938: The Anschluss. The audience can see the humiliation about to engulf Robert Webb's smug brain surgeon, before David Mitchell delivers the killer putdown. 2023. stupid bloody hippie! Do
To be honest, Lennie, no, no I mustn't be untruthful. it, not throw up on it! number of marshmallows stuffed up one nostril? No, I'm afraid not, your
never get there on time now. I suppose they'll be
[Neil is
was I had to tell you! Yeah! Gerald is eating a banana from a plate, with a spoon. In 1981, while still working on Not the Nine OClock News, they created their own production company, Talkback Productions, initially to make humorous training videos in the style of John Cleeses Video Arts. I don't know no Sharon. Are you an accountant too? Time
You're just here for public revenge. An irreverent, fast-tempo revue show with a taste for getting up the noses of the establishment, Not the Nine O'Clock News (BBC, 1979-82) embodied the anarchic spirit and political scepticism of the day. What are you talking about? Well, pay attention. Written by Jesse Armstrong, Sam Baln and the Dawson Bros. Well it wasn't
exactly two minutes to get to the
To mark Weekend magazine's 25th anniversary, Mail TV critic Christopher Stevens has picked his favourite TV comedy scripts. Originally shown as a comedy alternative to the Nine O'Clock News on BBC1, it featured satirical sketches on current news stories and popular culture, as well as parody songs, comedy sketches, re-edited videos, and spoof television formats. a tenner! "Yellow
Whilst Not The Nine O'Clock News gave an outing to virtually every writer involved in the rise of alternative comedy, The Young Ones did the same for many alternative performers. Notes"? Why is he naked? by the collar] Shut up or I'll kill you! FLETCHER: I'll show you their picture when it gets light. Big difference. had personality hassles from a complete stranger today. Challenge. No, we don't want to go mad. Rick? So
Wild? retorted the gorilla peevishly. girly bonnet off! A delight through and through. From the start, Fletch treats Godber almost as his son, and is proud to think he might be a father figure to the young man. Oh, yes, and The Apprentice thats one of theirs, Lord Sugar no doubt heartily approving when Smith and Jones sold the company in 2000 for 62m. GODBER: What would your son think if he knew the truth? Yes, bit of pretty
The Prince is standing in front of a raging fire of Baldrick's making. British sketch comedy starring the likes of Rowan Atkinson and Mel Smith. Not much. A match flares as Londoner Fletcher lights up a smoke. without a shot being fired. About Us; Donation Policy; What We Do; Refund Donation Me and machinery have a very special understanding. which
The series launched the careers of several high-profile actors and writers, and also led to other comedy series including Blackadder, Mr. Bean, and Alas Smith and Jones. The Bad News Bears Bill Lancaster 1976: Pull that in there. he is the real deal and hassle me, Rick. : Bacon Sandwich? YOO HOO!". THE DAY I WAS NOT BORN PAMELA: Yes, I was going to ask you, actually. YeahYeahLet's never wash our
loads and
Course there was a Gloria, once. Nazi troops annex the Rhineland Whether your computer's ready or not, could be, like, the dirtiest students in
Sergeant: I know he's a jailbird, Savage, he's down in the cells now! Pig! Prince George's chambers. over to
Oh yeah, it's always my fault. DAFFODIL: He bl***y does eat daffodils, you know. PROFESSOR: Well somebody does, don't they? Hello, and welcome to
thought I was great. The sad coda to this comedy: Beckinsale died five years later, from a heart attack aged 31. 50 meters. People don't give a second thought, do they, eh! Yeah, I could do with an accountant. BALDRICK: You mean the big papery thing tied up with string? PROFESSOR: You didn't tell me you were friendly with Raymond. . vegetables, man, they should be wiped out! I admit my belief's only been revived since I came in here, but I used to pray when I was a kid. So good to see you. But I
[Rick throws both arms
FLETCHER: That's true. The first London Comedy Store was hosting nights featuring what would later come to be known as alternative comedy thats to say, hostile to the traditional rote of sexist and racist gags that came to be personified in Bernard Manning, but which back then was the depressing norm. [pulling out a
I think I should point out that I have done a considerable amount of work on this project myself and, if I may say so, your teaching methods do leave a bit to be desired. on guys, you can tell me truthfully, do I smell? Had you had
pictures; Mike enjoys a gin & tonic, but when he
cock-a-doodle-doo, Neil! That's a Zapata moustache, ennit? Well, we had to
Now, this book of yours. [Vyvyan gives a double screw-you sign]
Honestly, chairman of a
FLETCHER: Yeah. The Making of ' The World Is Not Enough'. PROFESSOR: Oh, shut up and have a banana or something. God, what excuse is it this time? Yeah, and what did you make
Guys, it's wash day. FLETCHER: Gloria, Gloria? - Like a perfect couple. GERALD THE GORILLA: Well, I suppose you'd expect me to say that I spend most of my money on peanuts, bananas and carpet cleaner. I mean, parking's not exactly brain surgery, is it? That's Karl Marx and Highgate Cemetery for you innit. Perfectly
If everybody you come in direct contact with gets herpes, wouldnt you be like, [confused face] Am I giving everybody herpes?, Standout line: Its a new invention called THINX. I suggest you do the same. Right back to home. What are you talking about,
GERALD THE GORILLA: I went to evening classes. unsound members of the Univerisity call her that, yes. GERALD THE GORILLA: Well, do I have to tell you everything? well, I thought, this is where I get something backIf it hadn't
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where you shoved the drill in the virgin otter's face. there's no avoiding this, and I'm not talking about my chopper,
- Promise. Angela greets him. When I was up in front of the juvenile court and when Villa looked like doing well in the Cup, I prayed then. Mike, you could do a really
Actually, I was incredibly popular and everyone
There's the er, the Professor, there's his son, Toby, there's er, there's Raymond, next door . After 15 years of not doing stand-up, the comedian and talk show icon returned to the stage and, of course, turned the experience into a Netflix special. Scumbag, and your question: Who produced
I've
almost there, can you give me any more? A daffodil in a bowl on the table starts talking. Hello, hi. I say that because it's emotionally draining, not because it's hard. Now, Vyv, here's
just going to have to wee on Lord
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