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The Morecambe & Wise Show
1968 - 1976 6.0 (1 votes) 9 Seasons
Genres
Comedy Family
Networks
BBC One
Thames Television
Created By
Eric Morecambe
Ernie Wise

The Morecambe & Wise Show

Overview

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'.

Key Crew

Producer: John Ammonds, Ernest Maxin

Writer: Eddie Braben, Dick Hills, Sid Green

Top Cast

Eric Morecambe
Eric Morecambe

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Ernie Wise
Ernie Wise

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Seasons

Season 0 poster
Season 0 (1969)

Christmas Specials

21 episodes

Episodes
Episode 1: The Morecambe & Wise Christmas Show (1969)
1969-12-25

A laughter-packed holiday special starring Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise. Eric and Ernie's guests: Susan Hampshire, Frankie Vaughan, Fenella Fielding, Nina, The Pattersons, Sacha Distel, Alan Curtis, Diane Keen, Kenny Ball and his Jazzmen. Featuring Deryck Guyler, Frank Thornton and Ann Hamilton with Janet Webb, Rex Rashley.

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Episode 2: The Morecambe & Wise Christmas Show (1970)
1970-12-25

A laughter-packed holiday special with a star-studded array of guests. Peter Cushing, William Franklyn, Nina, Eric Porter, Edward Woodward and featuring Kenny Ball and his Jazzmen, Ann Hamilton, Alan Curtis, with Rex Rashley and Janet Webb.

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Episode 3: The Morecambe & Wise Christmas Show (1971)
1971-12-25

A star-studded holiday special with special guests Shirley Bassey, Andre Previn, Glenda Jackson, and featuring Los Zafiros, Ann Hamilton with Arthur Tolcher. Guest appearances of Frank Bough, Robert Dougall, Dick Emery, Cliff Michelmore, Patrick Moore, Michael Parkinson, Eddie Waring.

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Episode 4: The Morecambe & Wise Christmas Show (1972)
1972-12-25

With guests Glenda Jackson, Jack Jones, Vera Lynn, Pete Murray and Kenny Ball alongside cameos from previous guests who've faced difficulty gaining employment in acting since last appearing...

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Episode 5: The Morecambe & Wise Christmas Show (1973)
1973-12-25

A star-studded holiday special starring Eric Morecambe, Ernie Wise and special guests Vanessa Redgrave, Hannah Gordon, the New Seekers and John Hanson. With guest appearances from Yehudi Menuhin, Rudolf Nureyev, Laurence Olivier and Andre Previn.

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Episode 6: Parkinson Takes a Christmas Look at Morecambe & Wise (1974)
1974-12-25

With highlights from their award-winning shows, starring Shirley Bassey, Peter Cushing, Glenda Jackson, Tom Jones and Andre Previn.

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Episode 7: The Morecambe & Wise Christmas Show (1975)
1975-12-25

A star-studded holiday special starring Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise, with special guests Diana Rigg, Des O'Connor, Gordon Jackson, Diane Solomon, Robin Day, Brenda Arnau and Pan's People.

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Episode 8: The Morecambe & Wise Christmas Show (1976)
1976-12-25

Guest stars include Elton John, The Nolans and Angela Rippon in addition to The Sweeney stars John Thaw and Dennis Waterman, playing both British and German soldiers in a World War II comic sketch.

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Episode 9: The Morecambe & Wise Christmas Show (1977)
1977-12-25

Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise star with Paul Eddington, Richard Briers, Penelope Keith, Elton John, Francis Matthews, Angharad Rees, Kenneth Kendall, Arthur Lowe, John Le Mesurier, John Laurie, Michael Aspel, Eddie Waring, Richard Whitmore, Barry Norman, Richard Baker, Frank Bough, James Hunt, Angela Rippon and Peter Woods.

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Episode 10: The Lost Tape
1970-10-08

As a Christmas treat for comedy fans, this is a complete episode of The Morecambe and Wise Show that had been considered lost for over 50 years. Eric’s son Gary Morecambe discovered the programme in an unmarked film can in 2020, and now it has been lovely restored and can be enjoyed in full for the first time since being broadcast on 8 October 1970. The show, written by the legendary Eddie Braben, was episode 1 of Eric and Ernie’s first series to appear on BBC1, and was originally watched by over 14 million viewers. As well as some classic sketches from Eric and Ernie, the show also features songs and music from Paul Anka, Patricia Lambert, Kenny Ball and his Jazzmen, and the boys themselves rounding things off with a burst of Bring Me Sunshine.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 11: Trailer

A BBC Trailer for the first series

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Episode 12: Click: Film Restoration

A documentary of the restoration of the lost episodes of Series 1

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Episode 13: One Pair of Eyes

Marty Feldman talks with Eric Morecambe

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Episode 14: Studio Recording

An audio only studio recording of the famous Christmas '71 special with Andre Previn

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Episode 15: BBC World Service Interview

Eric and Ernie give an interview to the BBC World Service

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Episode 16: S01E02 Deleted Scenes
1968-09-09

Deleted Scenes from Series 1 Episode 2

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Episode 17: S01E04 Surviving Footage
1968-09-23

Surviving footage from the otherwise lost Series 1 Episode 4.

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Episode 18: S01E06 Deleted Scene
1968-10-07

A scene cut from Series 1 Episode 6.

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Episode 19: The Music of Morecambe and Wise
1977-06-06

Eric and Ernie talk with Michael Parkinson and introduce some of the musical highlights of the Morecambe and Wise shows over the years, featuring Vanessa Redgrave, Cliff Richard, Diana Rigg and Angela Rippon.

Runtime: 57 min
Episode 20: The Lost Tapes: Episode 1
1968-10-14

Sketches and stand-up comedy from Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise from 1968, remarkably restored after being feared lost for decades. Among Eric and Ernie's guests in this episode is Michael Aspel. Chris Langford, a new face to television, sings an old favourite - Old Devil Moon, and regulars Kenny Ball and his Jazzmen play Shine.

Runtime: 37 min
Episode 21: The Lost Tapes: Episode 2
1968-09-30

Sketches and stand-up comedy from Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise from 1968. Ronnie Carroll joins Eric and Ernie in two sketches - Irish of course! - and sings Once upon a Time. Kenny Ball plays Samantha from High Society.

Runtime: 30 min
Season 1 poster
Season 1 (1968)

First series was aired on BBC 2

8 episodes

Episodes
Episode 1: Episode 1
1968-09-02

The first of a new series, starring Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise. Guest artists, Georgia Brown, Los Zafiros, Jenny Lee-Wright and Bettine Le Beau.

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Episode 2: Episode 2
1968-09-09

Guest artists, Acker Bilk and his Paramount Jazz Band, Roy Budd with Jenny Lee-Wright, Sheila Bernette, Caron Gardner, Bettine Le Beau, Judy Robinson, Tina Martin, Jenny Russell.

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Episode 3: Episode 3
1968-09-16

Tonight Eric and Ern welcome as their guests the all-girl singing group The Paper Dolls and the Trio Athene from Greece, whose TV appearances here have established them as firm favourites. They'll be performing that typical Greek song 'Lefteris'. Eric and Ern will be having quite an energetic evening, with a few rounds in the boxing ring, and a visit to a nudist colony. With Jenny Lee-Wright, Ann Hamilton and Jimmy Lee.

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Episode 4: Episode 4
1968-09-23

This week's special guest, Bruce Forsyth, with Kenny Ball and his Jazzmen, and Jenny Lee-Wright.

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Episode 5: Episode 5
1968-09-30

Ronnie Carroll joins Eric and Ernie in two sketches - Irish of course! Also singing 'Once Upon a Time'. Kenny Ball plays 'Samantha' from High Society. With Jenny Lee-Wright, Michele Barrie, Jane Bartlett, Wendy Hillhouse and Bebe Robson.

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Episode 6: Episode 6
1968-10-07

In tonight's show Edmund Hockridge joins Eric and Ernie in a hilarious Desert Song spoof. He also sings the solo Cole Porter number 'I've Got You Under My Skin'. With Kenny Ball and his Jazzmen and Jenny Lee-Wright.

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Episode 7: Episode 7
1968-10-14

Among Eric and Ernie's guests tonight will be Michael Aspel. Chris Langford, a new face to television, will be singing an old favourite, 'Old Devil Moon', and regulars Kenny Ball and his Jazzmen will play 'Shine'. Also starring Jenny Lee-Wright, Jimmy Berryman and Lesley Roach.

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Episode 8: Episode 8
1968-10-21

Special guest Matt Monro sings 'On a Clear Day' and joins Eric and Ernie in their none-too-successful attempts to put on a musical. With Kenny Ball and his Jazzmen, Jenny Lee-Wright, Sandra Fehr, George Fisher, Jane Bartlett, Thelma Bignall and Linda Hotchkin.

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Season 3 poster
Season 3 (1970)

No overview available.

7 episodes

Episodes
Episode 1: Episode 1
1970-01-14

Eric and Ernie's guests Herman's Hermits, The Pattersons, Kenny Ball and his Jazzmen. Featuring Ann Hamilton, Robert Webber with Janet Webb, Jenny Lee-Wright.

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Episode 2: Episode 2
1970-01-28

Ernie leaves home after a practical joke from Eric and Ian Carmichael stars in Frankenstein’s Monster. Music comes from Kenny Ball, The Pattersons and Nina van Pallandt.

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Episode 3: Episode 3
1970-02-11

Guests include Fenella Fielding, Sacha Distel, The Pattersons, Kenny Ball and his Jazzmen, Ann Hamilton, Janet Webb, Alan Curtis, Rex Rashley and Diane Keen.

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Episode 4: Episode 4
1970-03-11

Eric and Ernie's guests Diane Cilento, Vince Hill, The Pattersons, Kenny Ball and his Jazzmen. Special guest appearance of Deryck Guyler, and featuring Frank Thornton with Janet Webb.

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Episode 5: Episode 5
1970-03-25

Guest starring Edward Chapman, Clodagh Rodgers, The Pattersons, Kenny Ball and his Jazzmen, Ann Hamilton, Janet Webb, Alan Curtis, Eddie Braben and Leslie Murphy.

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Episode 6: Episode 6
1970-04-08

Written by Eddie Braben, who won the award for the Best British Light Entertainment Script of 1969 from the Writers' Guild of Great Britain for his work on this series. The BBC entry for the Golden Rose of Montreux. Eric and Ernie's special guest, Nina.

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Episode 7: Episode 7
1970-04-22

With guests Richard Greene, Nana Mouskouri and The Athenians, The Pattersons, Kenny Ball and his Jazzmen, Ann Hamilton, Rex Rashley and Janet Webb.

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Season 5 poster
Season 5 (1971)

No overview available.

7 episodes

Episodes
Episode 1: Episode 1
1971-04-08

Guests for this episode include Dame Flora Robson, Esther Ofarim, Kenny Ball and his Jazzmen, Peter and Alex, Ann Hamilton, Alan Curtis, David March and Janet Webb.

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Episode 2: Episode 2
1971-04-22

Eric and Ernie's special guests Arthur Lowe, Robert Young and Susan Maughan. Featuring Kenny Ball and his Jazzmen, Ann Hamilton, Rex Rashley, Frank Tregear and Janet Webb. Guest appearances of John Le Mesurier, John Laurie, James Beck, Arnold Ridley and Ian Lavender.

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Episode 3: Episode 3
1971-05-06

With star guests Frank Ifield, The Settlers, Kenny Ball and his Jazzmen, Richard Caldicot, Michael Ward, Gordon Clyde, Ann Hamilton, Grazina Frame, Brychan Powell and Janet Webb.

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Episode 4: Episode 4
1971-05-20

Guests include Jack Jones, Sheila Southern, Kenny Ball and his Jazzmen, Ann Hamilton, Gordon Clyde, Rex Rashley, Grazina Frame, Frank Tregear, Janet Webb and Stanley Mason.

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Episode 5: Episode 5
1971-06-03

Glenda Jackson, Mary Hopkin, Ronnie Hilton, Kenny Ball and his Jazzmen, Ann Hamilton and Janet Webb appear as guest stars.

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Episode 6: Episode 6
1971-06-17

Eric and Ernie's guests Ian Carmichael, Matt Monro, Kiki Dee, Peter and Alex. Featuring Ann Hamilton with Charles Rayford, Melanie Fraser and Janet Webb.

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Episode 7: Episode 7
1971-07-15

Guests include Trio Athenee, Design, Kenny Ball and his Jazzmen, Ann Hamilton, Rex Rashley, Gerald Case and Janet Webb.

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Season 6 poster
Season 6 (1971)

First series to be aired on BBC1

6 episodes

Episodes
Episode 1: Episode 1
1971-09-19

Francis Matthews, Anita Harris, Robert Young, Ann Hamilton, A. J. Brown, Bert Palmer and Ann Way appear as guests.

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Episode 2: Episode 2
1971-09-26

Captain Michell and Sgt Wise of the French Foreign Legion are holding out against great odds. Relief is on the way - but it turns out to be Pte Eric complete with deck chair and rubber duck in search of a holiday camp. Eric and Ernie's special guests Keith Michell, Design, and Kenny Ball and his Jazzmen. With Christine Shaw, Angie Grant and Janet Webb.

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Episode 3: Episode 3
1971-10-03

Guests include Cilla Black, Ronnie Carroll, Percy Thrower and Kenny Ball and his Jazzmen. It is 1981: Eric and Ernie are no longer together. Eric lives in a garret whereas Ernie is president of four banks and has 14 wig boutiques. When they meet...

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Episode 4: Episode 4
1971-10-10

John Mills plays the part of a senior British officer in charge of an escape attempt from a German POW camp. Eric Morecambe is tunnelling underneath the stove. Also featuring Mrs Mills, Trio Athenee, Arnold Diamond and Tony Melody.

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Episode 5: Episode 5
1971-10-17

Ernie is entering for a newspaper competition. There is the chance of winning £250... Guest stars include Nina, The Pattersons, Ann Hamilton, Frank Tregear, John Scott Martin, Christine Shaw and Jennifer Watts.

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Episode 6: Episode 6
1971-10-31

Ernie is writing his memoirs. Eric is interested until he learns that Ernie intends to make no mention of his partner. Eric and Ernie's special guests Tom Jones, Design, and Kenny Ball and his Jazzmen. With Gordon Clyde, Rex Rashley and Janet Webb.

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Season 7 poster
Season 7 (1973)

No overview available.

12 episodes

Episodes
Episode 1: Episode 1
1973-01-05

First of a new series starring Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise, with their guests Cliff Richard and Vikki Carr.

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Episode 2: Episode 2
1973-01-12

Legendary comic geniuses Eric and Ernie are joined by guest stars Robert Morley, Vicky Leandros, New World, Ann Hamilton, Reg Lye and Janet Webb.

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Episode 3: Episode 3
1973-01-19

The show starts with an emergency and the Harpenden String Quartet play a tune. Percy Edwards stars in Summer in the Garden and music is provided by Rostal and Schaefer and Lulu.

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Episode 4: Episode 4
1973-01-26

Ernie's play tonight stars Susan Hampshire, who accompanies her famous explorer father and her fiancé, newspaperman Scoop Morecambe, in a dangerous expedition to capture and bring back to London Zoo the 'Mighty Konga'. Susan, no beginner to dealing with animals as film fans will know, finds Scoop Morecambe more difficult to tame. Don't miss Ern's brilliant - his own word - portrayal of the intrepid explorer! The musical guests are Georgie Fame, Alan Price and The Settlers.

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Episode 5: Episode 5
1973-02-02

Frank Finlay stars in Lust over London and Eric visits a record shop with his wife. The musical guests are Design and Wilma Reading.

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Episode 6: Episode 6
1973-02-09

Eric and Ernie visit a health food shop and The Connoisseurs taste some chips. Featuring Allan Cuthbertson, Frank Williams, Michael Brennan, Raymond Mason and the voice of Mike Yarwood. The musical guests are Alex Welsh and his Band and Helen Reddy.

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Episode 7: Episode 7
1973-02-16

Eric dreams of the British Empire, Downing Street and India. The musical guest is Anita Harris who also stars in The North-West Frontier of India 1890. Including Anthony Sharp, Ann Hamilton and Reg Lye.

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Episode 8: Episode 8
1973-02-23

Ernie performs his Hollywood impressions, Eric tries to get him to join his special cinema club, and the pair visit the bank to secure Ernie’s inheritance. Guests: Wilma Reading, Springfield Revival featuring Allan Cuthbertson, Ann Hamilton with Jan Rossini.

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Episode 9: Episode 9
1973-03-02

Mary Travers, who rose to fame within the American folk band Peter, Paul and Mary, stars alongside Eric and Ernie in this episode. Also featuring Hannah Gordon, Christopher Neil, Anthony Sharp and Raymond Mason.

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Episode 10: Episode 10
1973-03-09

Ernie decides to get himself a new showbiz partner in Roy Castle. Meanwhile, Eric gets himself a wig in order to impress a lady. With Pete Murray, Anne Murray and The Pattersons.

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Episode 11: Episode 11
1973-03-16

Eric and Ernie attempt some Greek dancing with Nana Mouskouri, The Sooty Show is spoofed, and the Black and White Minstrels perform. Featuring Harry Corbett and George Hamilton IV.

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Episode 12: Episode 12
1973-03-23

Ernie Wise reads excerpts from Dickens, Alan Price and Georgie Fame perform You Are My Sunshine, and Peter Cushing pops by to demand his payment. Eric and Ernie end their series - but not fast enough to elude a guest from their past...

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