Set in German-occupied France during World War II, 'Allo 'Allo! follows the misadventures of René Artois, a bumbling café owner who becomes involved with the French Resistance. René must navigate his way through a variety of absurd and hilarious situations as he tries to keep his café running, avoid the attention of the German army and Gestapo, and assist the Resistance in their efforts. With slapstick comedy, clever wordplay, and a host of eccentric characters, 'Allo 'Allo! is a satirical and farcical take on the events of the war.
Four Feather Falls was the third puppet TV show produced by Gerry Anderson for Granada Television. It was based on an idea by Barry Gray, who also wrote the show's music. The series was the first to use an early version of Anderson's Supermarionation puppetry. Thirty-nine 13-minute episodes were produced, broadcast by Granada from February until November 1960. The setting is the late 19th-century fictional Kansas town of Four Feather Falls, where the hero of the series, Tex Tucker, is sheriff. The four feathers of the title refers to four magical feathers given to Tex by the Indian chief Kalamakooya as a reward for saving his grandson: two allowed Tex's guns to swivel and fire without being touched whenever he was in danger, and two conferred the power of speech on Tex's horse and dog. Tex's speaking voice was provided by Nicholas Parsons, and his singing voice by Michael Holliday. The series has never been repeated on British television, but it was released on DVD in 2005.
Rentaghost is a comedy TV show from 1976, which follows the supernatural adventures of a ghostly detective agency. The agency is run by deceased Harold Meaker, who hires ghosts to help people in need. The show features a hilarious mix of humor and fantasy, with a touch of horror, as the ghosts deal with various eccentric clients and their unusual requests. With its laugh-track, Rentaghost is a delightful family-friendly series that will entertain both kids and adults alike.
A series of half-hour stories, mostly historical romps, presented by the Carry On team. Starring Sid James, Barbara Windsor, Joan Sims and other regulars from the films.
A Show Called Fred was the successor series to The Idiot Weekly, Price 2d. It was made by Associated-Rediffusion and broadcast only in London area. It was 25 minutes plus adverts. It was predominantly a sketch comedy attempting to translate the audio antics of the The Goon Show into visual antics in bizarre and often surreal comedy sketches which just suddenly ended with a new sketch beginning. Many performers played small parts in the shows like Ernest Clark, Jon Jon Keefe, Patricia Driscoll, etc. Famous people of the day like Hans and Lotte Hass were parodied. Canadian star, Patti Lewis had a singing spot about the middle of the show, and Max Geldray a music spot later on. There were few taboos with sketches showing people in various states of undress, cameramen, behind the scenes workers and the studios. The Ying Tong song was sung for no apparent reason at various times. The series was written by Spike Milligan and produced and directed by Richard Lester. It was followed by Son of Fred later in 1956. A half hour special Best of Fred was broadcast on 18 September 1963 combining surviving sketches from A Show Called Fred and Son of Fred. The 1995 convention of the Goon Show Preservation Society was billed as A Weekend Called Fred.
Son of Fred was the successor series to The Idiot Weekly, Price 2d and A Show Called Fred. It was made by Associated-Rediffusion and broadcast only in the London area, Midlands and Northern England. It was the third and final in a series of sketch comedy shows attempting to translate the humour of The Goon Show to television. Spike Milligan concentrated on writing and only made small walk on appearances, leaving the lead acting to Peter Sellers. The series was produced and directed by Richard Lester.
The Idiot Weekly, Price 2d was the first serious attempt to translate the humour of The Goon Show to television. It was made by Associated-Rediffusion during 1956 and was broadcast only in the London area. It combined elements of a sitcom and sketch comedy with Peter Sellers as the editor of a tatty Victorian newspaper, The Idiot Weekly. The headlines of the paper were used as links to comedy sketches. Although written mainly by Spike Milligan, there were many contributions from members of the writers' co-operative Associated London Scripts, including Dave Freeman and Terry Nation, with Eric Sykes credited as the script editor. The series was produced and directed by Richard Lester. It was followed by A Show Called Fred and Son of Fred. The title was revived by Spike Milligan for the Australian radio series The Idiot Weekly.
A comedy movie set in a hospital where a journalist goes undercover as a nurse, leading to hilarious misunderstandings and romantic entanglements.
Carry On Cleo is a hilarious spoof that takes place in ancient Rome and Egypt. The film follows the misadventures of various characters, including a man dressing as a woman, as they navigate through the Roman Empire and encounter situations filled with campy humor, sexual innuendo, and political satire. From slave auctions to encounters with Cleopatra, this farce is filled with double entendre and witty comedy.
Carry On Abroad is a British comedy film from 1972 that follows the misadventures of a group of tourists on a package holiday in Spain. Chaos ensues as the vacationers encounter construction mishaps, drunkenness, a sexually-repressed monk, and a series of hilarious misunderstandings. As tensions rise and comedic situations escalate, the holiday becomes a wild and memorable experience.
Carry On Sergeant is a campy British sex comedy that spoofs military life. Set in a national service camp, the film follows the misadventures of a group of British soldiers, led by a bumbling corporal. Based on a novel, this first-of-series film is a hilarious parody comedy with plenty of sexual innuendos and laughs.
When taxi drivers in London go on strike, a cab company owner must recruit new drivers to keep the business afloat. As the new drivers learn the ropes, they face various comedic challenges and encounters, including a pregnant wife, a bank robber, and a rival cab company. Hilarity ensues as they navigate the chaotic world of taxi driving in London.
Carry On Girls is a hilarious British sex comedy that takes place in a seaside town. The story revolves around a beauty contest, wardrobe malfunctions, sabotage, and the comedic antics of the town's residents.
In Carry On Cruising, a group of holidaymakers embark on a cruise ship where romantic entanglements and comedic misadventures ensue. The film is known for its campy humor and innuendo-laden jokes. With a cast of colorful characters, including a ship captain, steward, cook, and doctor, the passengers navigate the high seas in search of love and laughter.
Carry On Regardless is a British sex comedy film about a mix-up at a private club where hilarious antics ensue. The film revolves around an interpreter who gets caught up in various comedic situations, including being sprayed with water from a leaky faucet, getting stuck in overalls, and encountering a Chinese immigrant. With its campy and spoof elements, Carry On Regardless delivers plenty of laughs.
Carry On Behind is a comedy film set on an archaeological dig, where a group of characters get into various mishaps and comedic situations. With lots of slapstick humor and sexual innuendo, the film follows the misadventures of the archeologists and their interactions with each other and the locals.
Carry On Matron is a hilarious comedy crime movie set in a maternity hospital. A group of gang members disguises themselves as doctors and nurses to pull off a robbery. Filled with double entendre and campy humor, this British sex comedy spoof is a riot of laughter and parody. With a mix of hilarious situations and unforgettable characters, Carry On Matron is a must-watch for fans of the Carry On series.
Carry On Constable is a British comedy film about a group of police officers who face various comedic situations and mishaps. The film showcases the typical humor and campy style of the Carry On series.