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Rutland Weekend Television (1975)

1975-05-12 · 30m · EN
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Comedy sketch series purporting to show the programming of a low key regional television service. Written by Eric Idle of 'Monty Python's Flying Circus' fame. A popular feature was the music of Neil Innes (one time member of the eccentric Bonzo Dog Dooh Dah Band), especially his Beatles parody The Rutles. They later featured in their own film: 'The Rutles (All You Need Is Cash)'.

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Eric IdleWriter

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Eric IdleEric IdleVarious CharactersNeil InnesNeil InnesVarious CharactersDavid BattleyDavid BattleyHenry WoolfHenry WoolfGwen TaylorGwen TaylorBob HarrisBob Harris

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Genre affinityComedyDialogue densityComedyPacingShortActor preference57032 · 194507 · 120604Country preferenceGbDecade preference1970

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Frequently asked questions about Rutland Weekend Television

What is Rutland Weekend Television about?

Comedy sketch series purporting to show the programming of a low key regional television service. Written by Eric Idle of 'Monty Python's Flying Circus' fame. A popular feature was the music of Neil Innes (one time member of the eccentric Bonzo Dog Dooh Dah Band), especially his Beatles parody The Rutles. They later featured in their own film: 'The Rutles (All You Need Is Cash)'.

How long is Rutland Weekend Television?

Rutland Weekend Television has a runtime of 30 minutes.