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Platforms release
- Previous episode S02E02 - The Spanish Inquisition
- Number S02E03
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Director
Ian MacNaughton
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Writers
Eric Idle
John Cleese
Michael Palin
Terry Jones
Terry Gilliam
Graham Chapman
- Country United Kingdom
- Original language English
- Genre Comedy
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Déjà Vu
Woman undresses by window, announcer by window; exploding animals; Hermit; credits; A bishop practicing for show #8, `This way please!' to the flying lesson sketch `Oh, Oh, Oh! No more butter scones for me Mater, I'm off to play the grand piano! Pardon me while I fly my aeroplane!'; BALPA spokesman protests; airplane hijacking sketch `don't anybody move, except of course for certain involuntary movements'; bus hijacking sketch; The poetry of Ewen MacTeagle `Can You Lend Me Fifty Pounds to Mend the Shed'; exploding animals, scotsman protests McTeagle sketch, gynecologist on his lunch hour; animation- little girl and men, hands and a lasso; psychiatric milkmen; complaints; psychiatric dairies, This way please; It's the Mind- the strange phenomenon of deja-vu; credits.
In the realm of British comedy, few shows have left as indelible a mark as 'Not The Nine O'Clock News'. Originally airing on BBC2 from 1979 to 1982, this satirical show became a cultural phenomenon, renowned for its sharp wit and incisive commentary on contemporary issues. Starring comedic heavyweights like Rowan Atkinson, Mel Smith, Griff Rhys-Jones, and Pamela Stephenson, the series quickly established itself as a bastion of intelligent humor during its four-season run.
Season 1 of 'Not The Nine O'Clock News' set the stage for what would become an iconic series. Each episode was a tapestry of sketches that poked fun at everything from politics to popular culture. Whether it was lampooning political figures or creating absurd yet insightful scenarios, Season 1 delivered laughter while provoking thought—a hallmark of any great satire.
The show's unique approach stemmed partly from its "open door" policy for writers. This inclusive strategy allowed for a medley of diverse voices and ideas to contribute sketches, ensuring only the most innovative content made it to air. As a result, viewers were treated to consistently fresh and engaging material each week. Highlights from Season 1 include sketches such as "Clapperboard / Tinker," "Tailor / Kenny Everett Sketch," and "Vivisection Sketch," each showcasing the cast's versatility and impeccable comedic timing.
