About this season
Fun at the Funeral Parlour was a comedy series broadcast on BBC Choice for two series in 2001 and 2002. It was set in a Welsh funeral directors called "Thomas, Thomas, Thomas and Thomas". The series was written by Rhys Thomas, who also starred alongside William Thomas, Alex Lowe and Tony Way. Thomas created the show at the age of 20, after contributing to The Fast Show.
Episodes (7)
1. The Balls of Doom
Aired 22 January 2002 • 30 min
While Arwell is trying to resurrect a teenage romance his family members have to prepare the funeral of one of the richest people in Wales.
2. Poltergoost
Aired 29 January 2002 • 30 min
During a power failure the Thomas� awaken evil spirits within the parlour. Only a maverick priest can help them now, since the hell dimensions prepare to open its ports.
3. A Pocket Full of Gravel
Aired 5 February 2002 • 30 min
A local Lord died. So Ivor could make the deal of his life, the problem is, that he first have to overcome his fear of corpses. When they want to pick up the corps, things might get out of hands, since they are in some combination. A child, a psychopathic client, a devious hypnotist, and Prince Charles cause problems.
4. Gwynne's Marvellous Medicine
Aired 19 February 2002 • 30 min
A travelling undertaker company hits the Thomas� business very hard. They manage to get all the clients. So Percy comes up with a plan that goes horribly wrong, Gwynne has the chance to become the unlikely hero.
5. Marooned
Aired 19 February 2002 • 30 min
The Thomas� have to pick up a corpse on a remote island, where a TV show contestant died. He was killed by a helium ballon. The family soon finds out the meaning why this island is called Island of Doom.
6. Dog Dago Afternoon
Aired 26 February 2002 • 30 min
Gwynne�s birthday is busted, when his father�s estranged wife returns home and wants a divorce and half of the business. To avoid the financial ruin, the boys have to take on desperate measures.
7. Moira Stuart and the Clown Syndrome
Aired 12 March 2002 • 30 min
When a karaoke night ends abruptly with a dead clown, Percy is the only suspect. If that wouldn't be enough, a deranged FBI agent starts to look after him.