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The Morecambe & Wise Show

Series Overview

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'.

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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EndedScripted
Original Network
BBC One
Thames Television
Episodes & Seasons

9 Seasons • 62 Episodes

Air Date Window

1968 – 1976

Premiered: Mon, Sep 2, 1968

Created By
Eric MorecambeEric Morecambe
Ernie WiseErnie Wise

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Mon, Apr 19, 1976

Season 9, Episode 6: “Episode 6”

Eric and Ernie make breakfast to The Stripper, and Maggie Fitzgibbon, Champagne and Diane Solomon guest star.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

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Morecambe and Wise - Snooker Clip with Steve Davis

Type: Teaser • Published 2011-12-24

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Eric Morecambe, Ernie Wise

Screenplay & Story

Sid Green, Dick Hills, Eddie Braben

Producers

John Ammonds, Ernest Maxin

Department Leadership Roster

Sid Green

Writer

Dick Hills

Writer

Eddie Braben

Writer

John Ammonds

Producer

Ernest Maxin

Producer

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Morecambe & Wise Show

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What is The Morecambe & Wise Show about?

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'.

How many seasons does The Morecambe & Wise Show have?

The Morecambe & Wise Show comprises 9 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in The Morecambe & Wise Show?

Key cast members in The Morecambe & Wise Show include Eric Morecambe, Ernie Wise.

Who created or directed The Morecambe & Wise Show?

The Morecambe & Wise Show was developed and directed by Eric Morecambe, Ernie Wise.