The original comedy classic available for the first time in over ten years. Dudley Moore is the amiable but timid Wimpy Bar cook Stanley who agrees to sell his soul if he can't 'make it' with the girl of his dreams waitress Eleanor Bron. Peter Cook (as Satan) provides him with seven wishes in exchange for his soul and luscious Raquel Welch (as Lust) is on hand to offer temptation... Moore is charming enough and some sly commentary on Christian morality is interesting however wh
Precious archive footage of 'Not Only But Also' capturing the genius of Peter Cook and Dudley Moore. The classic Dagenham Dialogues (Pete and Dud in flat capped discussion) and such of-the-wall lunacy as 'The Order Of St Beryl' (the leaping nuns) show their partnership at its best and make this title a comedy collector's dream!
Available for the first time on DVD!!! Classic Peter Cook and Dudley Moore sketches that have been lost for 35 years now available to see for the first time since the original broadcast in this tribute to a legendary comic duo. In addition there's plenty of bonus footage from the ATV vaults!
A collection of musical and comedy performances from the Secret Policeman's Balls....
A "tontine" is drawn up on behalf several young British boys. Each of the boys' parents had placed 1000 pounds in a pool, to be invested and expanded upon. The resultant fortune will go to the last surving member of the tontine. A series of montages depicts the various demises of the heirs. Finally, only two of the tontine participants are left: aged brothers Ralph Richardson and John Mills. On his last legs, Mills is determined that Richardson will not outlive him, and to that end attempts to kill his brother; each attempt fails spectacularly, with the doddering Richardson none the wiser. Standing to benefit from the tontine are Mills' dimwitted med-student son Michael Caine and Richardson's greedy nephews Peter Cook and Dudley Moore. When Richardson is supposedly killed in a train wreck, Cook and Moore don't want the authorities to find out, so they appropriate what they think is their uncle's corpse and ship it home in a box. Thus it is that Caine finds the body of a perfect stranger on his doorstep. The farcical complications begin flying about thick and fast from this point onward. Among the participants in this wacky film are such formidable talents as Peter Sellers, Tony Hancock, Wilfred Lawson, Thorley Walters, Norman Rossington, Irene Handl and Cicely Courtenedge. Based on a novel by Robert Louis Stevenson, The Wrong Box is a delightful harkback to the glory days of Britain's Ealing comedies.
Boasting a star studded international cast of Academy Award Winners nominees and BAFTA recipients including Peter Sellers (The Pink Panther Dr Strangelove The Goon Show) as the March Hare Michael Crawford (Some Mothers Do Ave 'Em Hello Dolly!) as the White Rabbit Dudley Moore (10 Arthur Bedazzled) as Dormouse Spike Milligan (The Goon Show Adolf Hitler-My Part in his Downfall) Sir Michael Hordern (Where Eagles Dare Gandhi) Sir Ralph Richardson (Greystoke: The Legend of Tarzan Lord of the Apes Doctor Zhivago) & Fiona Fullerton (View to a Kill) as Alice. Filmed to mark the centenary of the completion of the Alice novels this extravagantly lush British spectacle which brings Sir John Tenniel's famous illustrations enchantingly to life with a bewitching score by James Bond composer John Barry and BAFTA winning cinematography by Geoffrey Unsworth (2001: A Space Odyssey Superman) is presented in its original aspect ratio 2.35.1 Todd-AO 35 'Scope.
In the hazy aftermath of World War III, the fallout from a 'nuclear misunderstanding' (which lasted two minutes and twenty eight seconds, including the signing of the peace treaty) is producing strange mutations amongst the survivors, and the noble Lord Fortnum finds himself transforming into a bed-sitting room. This vividly imagined, darkly satirical filmic version of a post apocalyptic England, directed by Richard Lester (A Hard Days Night, How I Won the War, The Knack) is based on the highly regarded play by Spike Milligan and John Antrobus. It also boasts great performances by the cream of 60s British comedy and acting talent: Rita Tushingham, Ralph Richardson, Peter Cook, Harry Secombe, Dudley Moore, Spike Milligan, Michael Horden, Roy Kinnear, Arthur Lowe, Dandy Nichols and Marty Feldman.
The early 1970s saw the development of harder-edged television dramas aimed specifically at teenagers and young adults. One of ATV's contributions to this genre was the edgily subversive The Siege of Golden Hill, a series which powerfully reflects the social concerns that loomed large at the time (and which still resonate today): poverty and the new affluence; the problems of age and youth; education and dead-end jobs; corruption, extortion, violence and vandalism.On the outskirts of a large Midlands city, a teenage gang is on the rampage while a vulnerable old man, Tom, is threatened with eviction from his lifelong home. Nobody wants to help him except his grandson Billy, who is a member of the gang. But what can a disaffected 15-year-old do when he is up against the authorities?SPECIAL FEATURE: the surviving episode of sequel series Golden Hill
Two warring elderly brothers and their respective heirs are determined that each will outlive the other in an attempt to hold onto the family fortune and will stop at nothing even murder to achieve their goal. Bryan Forbes' riotous black comedy, based on the 1889 novel by Robert Louis Stevenson and Lloyd Osbourne, stars some of the greatest talents of the day, including Peter Sellers, Michael Caine, Peter Cook, Dudley Moore, Tony Hancock, Ralph Richardson, Nanette Newman and John Mills. Extras: INDICATOR LIMITED EDITION BLU-RAY SPECIAL FEATURES: High Definition remaster Original mono audio The British Entertainment History Project Interview with Bryan Forbes (1994): archival audio recording of the celebrated filmmaker in conversation with Roy Fowler New and exclusive audio commentary with film historians Josephine Botting and Vic Pratt Interview with Nanette Newman (2018): the award-winning actor talks about The Wrong Box and her work with husband Bryan Forbes Original theatrical trailer Image gallery: promotional photography and publicity material New and improved English subtitles for the deaf and hard-of-hearing Limited edition exclusive booklet with a new essay by Vic Pratt, an overview of contemporary critical responses and historic articles on the film World premiere on Blu-ray LIMITED EDITION OF 3,000 copies
A young Fiona Fullerton heads an all-star British cast in this double BAFTA-winning musical comedy; widely regarded as the most lavish and faithful adaptations of Lewis Carroll's classic fantasy novel. Filmed to mark the centenary of the completion of the Alice novels this extravagant British spectacle which brings to life Sir Tenniel's famous illustrations with a bewitching score from James Bond composer John Barry and BAFTA-winning cinematography by Geoffrey unsworth (2001: A Sp
Fifteen year old Fiona Fullerton heads an all star British cast in this double BAFTA winning musical comedy - widely regarded as the most lavish and most faithful adaptation of Lewis Carroll's classic fantasy Novel. Filmed to mark the centenary of the completion of the Alice novels this extravagantly lush British spectacle which brings Sir John Tenniel's famous illustrations enchantingly to life with a bewitching score by James Bond composer John Barry and BAFTA winningcinematography by Geoffrey Unsworth (2001: A Space Odyssey.
In the hazy aftermath of World War III the fallout from a 'nuclear misunderstanding' (which lasted two minutes and twenty eight seconds including the signing of the peace treaty) is producing strange mutations amongst the survivors and the noble Lord Fortnum finds himself transforming into a bed sitting room. This vividly imagined darkly satirical filmic version of a post apocalyptic England directed by Richard Lester (A Hard Days Night How I Won the War The Knack) is based on the highly regarded play by Spike Milligan and John Antrobus.
This one off special traces the history of the event through interviews and recollections of the original stars and provides a contemporary perspective on a landmark event.
For years they made the nation laugh and whatever your sense of humour they are still amongst the funniest men - ever! This unique DVD set provides an unrivalled insight into the wonderful performances given by three of the greatest British comedians. With a huge array of clips and rare interviews these films give a delightful overview of the careers that have brought laughter to homes across the country for the last 50 years and give us a chance to enjoy once more moments from Porridge to The Goon Show and Not Only.... But Also. Disc 1 - Ronnie Barker Disc 2 - Pete and Dud Disc 3 - Spike Milligan
A collection of hilarious clips celebrating the comedy contributions of the legendary Peter Cook and Dudley Moore.
Featuring extensive extracts from the finest comedy moments of the late great and sadly missed comedy duo of Peter Cook and Dudley Moore including hilarious highlights from Not OnlyBut Also. Essential viewing for any comedy fan this film explores the complicated dynamic that grew into one of the best loved on-screen pairings in the history of humour. In addition to rare archive interviews with both men and archive footage from throughout their joint career we get the benefit of the insights of a leading team of comedians and critics including Alexei Sayle Tom Binns Ian Stone and Neil Innes.
Macabre comedy about the efforts of two brothers to obtain the family inheritance.
This unique DVD set provides an unrivalled insight into the wonderful performances given by four of the greatest British comedians. With a huge array of clips and rare interviews these films give a delightful overview of the careers that have brought laughter to homes across the country for the last 50 years and give us a chance to enjoy once more moments from Carry On The Two Ronnies and Rising Damp and much more! Fantastic footage of the men themselves plus revealing and candid interviews with close friends and colleagues from the cream of the British comedy industry. Everyone knows the call of 'Oh Matron' from the Carry On films but the amazing career of Kenneth Williams is so much more than a catchphrase. In this DVD Carry On stars reminisce on his best performances and relive the genius that was Kenneth Williams His many performances on film and TV have made Sid James and his dirty laugh instantly recognisable features of British comedy. The people who knew and worked with him in the Carry On films and on TV complete this testament to a comedy legend. Perhaps best known for his role of Rigsby in Rising Damp Leonard Rossiter is a true comic acting hero. Appearing in film and TV roles he made cynicism and lechery a comedy art form. With clips spanning his career and interviews with intimates of the man this review gives a fresh look at his amazing comic talents. He is a comedian who took on so many characters from Fletcher to Arkwright as well as writing hilarious material for The Two Ronnies. In this DVD the comic genius that was Ronnie Barker is presented in all his glory with commentary from experts including long time partner Ronnie Corbett. Featuring extensive extracts from the finest comedy moments of the late great and sadly missed comedy duo of Peter Cook and Dudley Moore including hilarious highlights from Not Only But Also. Essential viewing for any comedy fan this film explores the complicated dynamic that grew into one of the best loved on-screen pairings in the history of humour. Featuring connoisseurs' cuts from the finest comedy moments of the late great and sadly missed Spike Milligan including hilarious highlights from the unforgettable Goon Show. Essential viewing for any comedy fan this film will take you into the fantastic (and sometimes frightening) world that fuelled the humour that inspired amongst many others the Monty Python team.
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