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Only an Excuse?

Comedy
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1993
1 Season
0 Episodes
EN
Returning Series

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Only An Excuse? is an annual Scottish football comedy sketch show that airs each Hogmanay. Starring actor and comedian Jonathan Watson, the show features impressions of some of Scottish football's great characters such as Denis Law, Tommy Burns, Barry Ferguson, Sir Alex Ferguson, Frank McAvennie, Walter Smith and Graeme Souness, as well as caricatures of the "typical" Celtic and Rangers fan.

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Stream Only an Excuse? online free in HD on CineFlixo. A highly acclaimed comedy series originally produced in Inglés and released in 1993, it's earned a solid 8.0/10 from 5 viewers worldwide.

About Only an Excuse?

Only An Excuse? is an annual Scottish football comedy sketch show that airs each Hogmanay. Starring actor and comedian Jonathan Watson, the show features impressions of some of Scottish football's great characters such as Denis Law, Tommy Burns, Barry Ferguson, Sir Alex Ferguson, Frank McAvennie, Walter Smith and Graeme Souness, as well as caricatures of the "typical" Celtic and Rangers fan. originally airing on BBC One, with status "Returning Series".

Only an Excuse? Cast and Characters

The cast features Alistair McGowan, Tony Roper, and Jonathan Watson. Their performances are a major reason Only an Excuse? has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching Only an Excuse?

There's a reason Only an Excuse? keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is sharp comedic timing that lands consistently. If you enjoy Inglés storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.

Frequently Asked Questions about Only an Excuse?

Where can I watch Only an Excuse? online for free?

You can watch Only an Excuse? online free on CineFlixo. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.

Is Only an Excuse? good? What's the rating?

Only an Excuse? holds a 8.0/10 rating based on 5 reviews — genuinely excellent.

Who is in the cast of Only an Excuse??

The main cast includes Alistair McGowan, Tony Roper, and Jonathan Watson.

Is Only an Excuse? available in Inglés?

Yes — Only an Excuse? was originally produced in Inglés and that's the version you'll stream here on CineFlixo. English subtitles are provided when available.

When was Only an Excuse? released?

Only an Excuse? first aired in 1993.

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Where can I watch Only an Excuse? for free?

You can watch Only an Excuse? online for free on CineFlixo. All 0 episodes across 1 season are available to stream in HD without a subscription, signup, or paywall. Just open the show page and press play.

How many seasons and episodes does Only an Excuse? have?

Only an Excuse? currently has 1 season and a total of 0 episodes. The series status is "Returning Series", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on CineFlixo and continue watching from where you left off.

What is Only an Excuse? about?

Only An Excuse? is an annual Scottish football comedy sketch show that airs each Hogmanay. Starring actor and comedian Jonathan Watson, the show features impressions of some of Scottish football's great characters such as Denis Law, Tommy Burns, Barry Ferguson, Sir Alex Ferguson, Frank McAvennie, Walter Smith and G… It belongs to the Comedy genre.

In which language is Only an Excuse? originally available?

Only an Excuse? was originally produced in English. On CineFlixo the show is available in its original English audio, which is the most authentic way to experience the dialogue, music, and performances. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.

When was Only an Excuse? first released?

Only an Excuse? first premiered on December 31, 1993 (1993). The show is still ongoing with new episodes being released.

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