About this season
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'.
Episodes (6)
1. Episode 1
Aired 7 January 1976
The first of a new series. Ernie introduces his new play, The Legend of Dick Turpin, and there are appearances from some dancing drunks. With guest stars Gilbert O'Sullivan and The Vernons.
2. Episode 2
Aired 21 January 1976
Frankie Vaughan presents his Cabaret with the Harpenden Hot Shots, and Ernie has written a saucy new play. With guest stars Patrick Moore and Michele Dotrice.
3. Episode 3
Aired 11 February 1976
The Connoisseurs return to discuss the wonders of the British sausage, The Spinners guest star, and Lena Zavaroni performs Something 'Bout Ya Baby I Like.
4. Episode 4
Aired 10 March 1976
There is music from Kenny Ball and His Jazzmen, Ernie performs a Scottish Country Sword Dance, and Jackie Darnell guest stars.
5. Episode 5
Aired 24 March 1976
Eric quits showbiz after 36 years, because Ernie irritates him. Vincent Zarra and The Karlins guest star, and Eric and Ernie also enjoy a bit of sunbathing.
6. Episode 6
Aired 19 April 1976
Eric and Ernie make breakfast to The Stripper, and Maggie Fitzgibbon, Champagne and Diane Solomon guest star.