Carry On Laughing

Carry On Laughing (1975)

EndedScripted showComedy

Carry On Laughing is a British television comedy series produced in 1975 for ATV. Based on the Carry On films, it was an attempt to address the films' declining cinema attendance by transferring the franchise to television. Many of the original cast members were featured in the series.

Carry On Laughing ran for two seasons, the first for six half-hour episodes and the second for seven episodes. The episode Orgy and Bess featured the final Carry On performances of both Sid James and Hattie Jacques.

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Scheduleevery Sunday (30 min)

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EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E07Lamp Posts of the Empiredéc. 7, 1975
S02E06Who Needs Kitchener?nov. 30, 1975
S02E05The Case of the Coughing Parrotnov. 23, 1975
S02E04Short Knight - Long Dazenov. 16, 1975
S02E03And in My Lady's Chambernov. 9, 1975
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Carry On Laughing premiere?

Carry On Laughing premiered on September 2, 1975.

What kind of show is Carry On Laughing?

Carry On Laughing is a British television comedy series created and produced in 1975.

How many episodes were aired in the first season of Carry On Laughing?

There were a total of 13 episodes aired in the first season of Carry On Laughing.

Who starred in Carry On Laughing?

The show's cast included well-known comedy actors like Sid James, Kenneth Williams, Hattie Jacques, and Barbara Windsor.

What was the format of the show?

The show followed an anthology format, meaning each episode was a standalone story.

What made Carry On Laughing stand out from other TV shows?

Carry On Laughing stood out due to its wacky and surreal comedy style, incorporating slapstick humor and parodying various genres.

What were some of the genres that were parodied in Carry On Laughing?

Carry On Laughing parodied a variety of genres including horror, crime, romance, westerns, and science fiction.

What was the inspiration behind the show's title?

The show's title was inspired by the popular British "Carry On" film series, which also employed a similar style of humor.

Who were some of the notable guest stars on Carry On Laughing?

Some of the notable guest stars on Carry On Laughing included Liz Fraser, Arthur Mullard, and Frankie Howerd.

Was the show well received by critics?

The show had mixed reviews, with some praising its humor and others criticising it as over-the-top and unsubtle.

Were any spin-offs or sequels created after Carry On Laughing?

No spin-offs or sequels were created after the original run of Carry On Laughing ended.

What was the duration of each episode?

Each episode of Carry On Laughing had an average runtime of 25 minutes.

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