Two Ronnies: Series 5 (DVD)

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The classic BBC Comedy series starring Ronnie Barker & Ronnie Corbett Ronnie Barker & Ronnie Corbett were an unlikely comedy team but their talents complemented each other perfectly in a series would run for 16 years & become part of British television history. From their introduction, And in a packed programme tonight... to the “ Goodnight from him”, viewers would savour the familiar features – the opening & closing news items, the party sketches, the doctor’s surgery set pieces, Ronnie Barker’s word-play speeches, the rambling monologues from Ronnie Corbett & some magnificent musical pastiches. This fifth series was broadcast in September & October 1976 &, many would claim, showcases the two comedians at their peak. Among these eight episodes you will find their most famous sketch, Fork Handles or ‘ Annie Finkhouse’, as well as such gems as Pismonuncers Unanimus, It’s A Washout & Tomorrow’s Kitchen. The series also featured the Spike Milligan penned serial The Phantom Raspberry Blower of Old London Town.