Rutland Weekend Television
Series Overview
Comedy sketch series purporting to show the programming of a low key regional television service. Written by Eric Idle of 'Monty Python's Flying Circus' fame. A popular feature was the music of Neil Innes (one time member of the eccentric Bonzo Dog Dooh Dah Band), especially his Beatles parody The Rutles. They later featured in their own film: 'The Rutles (All You Need Is Cash)'.
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2 Seasons • 14 Episodes
30 min per episode
1975 – Present
Premiered: Mon, May 12, 1975
Eric IdleLatest Aired Episode
Season 2, Episode 7: “Rutland Weekend Showtime!”
Sketches: Repression, Censorship, David Frost Show Again, The Pink Panzer, The AA, Angels' Protests, Postman, Sportsbore. Songs: Smoke of Autumn Bonfires, The Penthouse Floor, Slaves of Freedom, It's Hard to Make it When You're Straight
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What is Rutland Weekend Television about?
Comedy sketch series purporting to show the programming of a low key regional television service. Written by Eric Idle of 'Monty Python's Flying Circus' fame. A popular feature was the music of Neil Innes (one time member of the eccentric Bonzo Dog Dooh Dah Band), especially his Beatles parody The Rutles. They later featured in their own film: 'The Rutles (All You Need Is Cash)'.
How many seasons does Rutland Weekend Television have?
Rutland Weekend Television comprises 2 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Rutland Weekend Television?
Key cast members in Rutland Weekend Television include Eric Idle, Neil Innes, David Battley, Henry Woolf, Gwen Taylor.
Who created or directed Rutland Weekend Television?
Rutland Weekend Television was developed and directed by Eric Idle.