Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: BBC One
Type: Scripted
Rating: 6.0/10
The Morecambe & Wise Show
Overview
Long-running BBC variety show presented by Britain's best-loved comedy duo, Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise. Based around irreverent stand-up routines, comedy sketches and comical song and dance numbers involving a stream of beleaguered guests, the series ran for nearly a decade from 1968 to 1977 and included sketches such as 'Singin' in the Rain' and 'The Breakfast Stripper'.
This production, originally released in 1968, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Comedy, Family genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 6.0 across its 9 seasons.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Comedy and Family.
- • Produced in United Kingdom.
- • Original Language: English.
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Seasons
Specials
21 Episodes • Aired 1969-12-25
Christmas Specials
Series 1
8 Episodes • Aired 1968-09-02
First series was aired on BBC 2
Series 2
4 Episodes • Aired 1969-07-27
No season overview provided for this season.
Series 3
7 Episodes • Aired 1970-01-14
No season overview provided for this season.
Series 4
6 Episodes • Aired 1970-07-01
No season overview provided for this season.
