Scotch & Wry
Synopsis
Video Compilation of the Scottish TV Comedy Sketch Show. Stand out characters include Supercop, an idiot motorcycle policeman whose catchphrase was 'Alright Stirling, oot the car' and whose goggles would spring off his helmet; Dirty Dickie Dandruff; Gallowgate Gourmet, the unbelievably unhygienic TV chef; and McGlinchey, a colourful wide-boy.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 3, 1986
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gordon Menzies
- Screenplay & Story
- John Byrne, Colin Bostock-Smith, Bob Black, Niall Clark, David Crooks, Bob Duncanson, Peter Moir Fotheringham, Rikki Fulton, Andy Hamilton, Donnie Kerr, Laurie Rowley
- Original Title
- Scotch & Wry
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 3h 0m
- Production Studios
- BBC Scotland
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gordon Menzies
John Byrne, Colin Bostock-Smith, Bob Black, Niall Clark, David Crooks, Bob Duncanson, Peter Moir Fotheringham, Rikki Fulton, Andy Hamilton, Donnie Kerr, Laurie Rowley
Department Leadership Roster
John Byrne
Writer
Colin Bostock-Smith
Writer
Bob Black
Writer
Gordon Menzies
Director
Niall Clark
Writer
David Crooks
Writer
Bob Duncanson
Writer
Peter Moir Fotheringham
Writer
Rikki Fulton
Writer
Andy Hamilton
Writer
Donnie Kerr
Writer
Laurie Rowley
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Scotch & Wry
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What is Scotch & Wry about?
Video Compilation of the Scottish TV Comedy Sketch Show. Stand out characters include Supercop, an idiot motorcycle policeman whose catchphrase was 'Alright Stirling, oot the car' and whose goggles would spring off his helmet; Dirty Dickie Dandruff; Gallowgate Gourmet, the unbelievably unhygienic TV chef; and McGlinchey, a colourful wide-boy.
Who directed Scotch & Wry?
Scotch & Wry was directed by Gordon Menzies.
Who stars in Scotch & Wry?
The principal cast of Scotch & Wry includes Rikki Fulton, Gregor Fisher, Claire Nielson, Tony Roper, Gerard Kelly.
When was Scotch & Wry released and how long is it?
Scotch & Wry was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 3h 0m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Scotch & Wry?
Scotch & Wry holds official age classifications: GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.).