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The Best of Not the 9 O'Clock News: Volume 1

Between 1979 and 1982, the 'Not the 9 O'Clock News' team produced the sharpest comedy to be found on British television and launched the careers of the stars, production team and writers. This selection of their quick-fire blend of satire, pastiche pop and witty sketches includes such memorable TV moments as: Gerald the Gorilla, One-Legged Raid, Cut Off Their Goolies, Punk Zips, Supa Dupa (Abba tribute), Constable Savage, The Devil - Is He All Bad? and Kinda Lingers.

Year: 2003
Genre: TV Comedy, Television Shows, Spoofs, Sketch Comedy
Country: UK
Director: Bill Wilson, Geoff Posner
Starring: Mel Smith, Griff Rhys Jones, Rowan Atkinson, Pamela Stephenson
Duration: 95 Minutes
Rating: M
Location in store: Comedy (TV)

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