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The Morecambe & Wise Show

1968 – 1976Show9 seasons62 episodes

ComedyFamily
75
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb8.1

A nostalgic, uplifting comedy series about show business and pop culture, with standout performances and dialogue.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

Skip it if you want dark or edgy material

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Not for scares, brutality or big ideas.

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Episodes

9 seasons · 62 episodes · best: S6E7 "1971 Christmas Show" 9.2

Episodes

6.9
7.8
8.1
8.0
8.2
8.8
8.5
7.6
8.1

Story

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'.

Feels like

  • Iconic British Comedy
  • Variety Sketch Show
  • Witty & Absurdist Humor
  • Physical Comedy Masterclass
  • Timeless Entertainment
  • Family-Friendly Classic
  • Meta-Humor
  • Musical Comedy
  • Celebrity Cameos

Cast

2 of 2 · most episodes first

Crew

Written by
Dick Hills, Eddie Braben, Sid Green
Produced by
Ernest Maxin, John Ammonds

Everyone

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Facts

September 2, 1968 · April 19, 1976 · Ended

First aired
September 2, 1968
Last aired
April 19, 1976
Status
Ended
Length
9 seasons · 62 episodes
Genres
Comedy, Family
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom
Available in
1 country

Q&A

5 questions, like "Is The Morecambe & Wise Show worth watching?"

Questions about The Morecambe & Wise Show

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is The Morecambe & Wise Show worth watching?

75
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75 (IMDb 8.1). Season 1 is the weak spot, with an IMDb average of 6.9 against 8.8 for the best season.

Does The Morecambe & Wise Show get better after season 1?

Yes: season 1 has an IMDb average of 6.9, and season 6 peaks at 8.8. The highest-rated episode is 1971 Christmas Show (season 6, episode 7) at 9.2, and the lowest is Episode #1.5 (season 1, episode 5) at 6.5.

Is The Morecambe & Wise Show okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Will The Morecambe & Wise Show make me laugh?

Very funny

Yes, a lot: the humor is mostly situational comedy (9 of 10) and sharp wit (9 of 10).

Will I feel good after watching The Morecambe & Wise Show?

BleakHopeful

Yes, it's an uplifting series: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for hopefulness and 8 for wholesome.