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Name: Little Britain
Genre: Comedy
Released: 2003-09-16
Cast: David WalliamsTom BakerMatt LucasAnthony HeadPaul Putner

TV-MA
2003
3 Seasons
7.7 (25,149)

Little Britain is a British television sketch comedy show that was broadcast from 2003-2006. The show's creators and main performers were Matt Lucas and David Walliams. The show was renowned for its unique comedy style, surreal humor, and British wit. It was a huge success when it first aired on BBC Three, and it managed to capture the attention of audiences all around the world. The show featured a wide range of recurring characters that were very eccentric and often based on exaggerated stereotypes. They ranged from a schoolboy who boasted about his experiences to his friend, to a woman who could only say the name of her boyfriend whenever she talked to someone. David Walliams and Matt Lucas played every character in the show, and they achieved this by using various costumes, wigs, and makeup. Their performances were so good that it could be easy to forget that it was just two actors playing all of the parts. One of the most memorable characters in the show was Andy Pipkin, a wheelchair-bound man who was always accompanied by his carer, Lou Todd. Andy was always lazy and rude to Lou, and he loved nothing more than watching TV all day long. Lou is always trying to drag him out of the house and make him integrate into society, but Andy is having none of it. He is quite content with his boring life and watching TV in his flat. Another much-loved character was Marjorie Dawes, who was the leader of a weight-loss club. Marjorie was very forceful and opinionated, and she often delivered cutting remarks to the members of her club. She was obsessed with the idea of losing weight, but at the same time, she was always snacking on chocolate bars and other sweet treats. Sebastian Love was another recurring character who worked as an aide to the British Prime Minister. Sebastian had a massive crush on the Prime Minister, and he was always doing anything he could to please him. He was always trying to make suggestions, but they were always ignored or dismissed by the Prime Minister. Tom Baker was the show's narrator, and he provided a lot of the humor in the show. He would describe even the most mundane situations in his booming, dramatic voice, making them sound a lot more exciting than they actually were. Little Britain was also known for its musical segments, which featured performances by various characters. The most famous of these was Vicky Pollard's rendition of the song âI Need A Little Respectâ. Vicky was a teenage chav who was always getting into trouble with the police. She had a very attitude-filled personality, and she was very tough and stubborn. The show was not without its controversies, however. Some people felt that the show was offensive because it often relied on stereotypes and caricatures. Others felt that it was just good-natured humor and that people were taking it too seriously. Overall, Little Britain was a groundbreaking show that pushed the boundaries of comedy. It was extremely popular, and it helped to launch the careers of David Walliams and Matt Lucas. The show was very successful, leading to numerous spin-offs, books, and even a theatre tour. To this day, it remains one of the most celebrated British comedy shows of all time.

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Seasons

3 2 1

9. Little Britain Down Under

July 27, 2007

Featuring sketches from the live show, interviews with Matt and David, and appearances from Dame Edna and Kath and Kim, this documentary follows their journey. After 22 episodes_4-18 and over 200 live shows, this final leg of their record-breaking tour may well be the last we see of Emily and Florence or Andy and Lou...

8. Episode 8

December 25, 2006

Lou and Andy get stranded on a deserted island. The Prime Minister of England is on a State visit to the USA. Hypnotist Kenny Craig bumps into his hero, celebrity hypnotist Paul McKenna. Anne visits the Vatican for an audience with the Pope.

8. Christmas Special, Part 2

December 30, 2006

Lou and Andy are alive on the desert island. Meanwhile, just North of Shirtland in Thailand, Vicky Pollard's trial has been going on for months. In Belgium, Dudley has taken his bride, Ting Tong, on their honeymoon.

7. Episode 7

December 25, 2006

The only gay in the village, Daffyd, visits the Greek island of Mykonos. Bubbles De Vere is spending the summer months jetting across Europe. Meanwhile, Judy and Maggie are sharing a room in Rome, and Anne is visiting the Louvre.

7. Christmas Special, Part 1

December 25, 2006

The local church has organized for Andy to go to Disneyworld. Dafydd, visits the Greek island of Mykonos to see his friend, Myfanwy, who has set up her own gay bar and Vicky Pollard is in a Thai jail, having been caught smuggling heroin.

6. Episode 6

December 24, 2005

Dafydd has to decide whether to remain the only gay in the village, or leave to join the other gays in London. Florence has to decide whether or not to hang up her crinolines. And Carol's computer has to decide whether or not to say no to a customer hoping to go on a round-the-world cruise. Elsewhere, Marjorie learns that sorry really is the hardest word; Mrs. Emery visits her local GP complaining of knee trouble; and Linda's students are revolting. If the truth be told, she couldn't agree more...

5. Episode 5

December 15, 2005

In Little Fumble, Sir Norman Fry has some explaining to do, following an incident with a glace cherry. Over in Sponge Bob Square Pants, Carol Beer is going through Sun Seekers in-house insurance policies. Vicky Pollard is displaying her woeful child-minding skills in her new career as a babysitter. Sid Pegg is up in arms about the defacing of the Larchwood Close street sign. And, in Mr. Mann's fancy dress shop, Mr. Mann is trying on a post-Mary Whitehouse Experience David Baddiel costume.

4. Episode 4

December 8, 2005

A new resident arrives at the Mike McShane estate - Ting Tong's mother. Needless to say, Dudley's not too happy about the newest addition to the household, particularly when he learns that she's not planning to leave any time soon. Down on Larchwood Close, Neighborhood Watch leader Sid Pegg calls an urgent meeting following the arrival of a caravan in the area and, over at the Hill Grange Health Spa, Bubbles learns the reason why Roman left her for Desiree.

3. Episode 3

December 1, 2005

A trip to the Hill Grange Health Spa sees Roman getting a little more than he bargained for during a facial, when Bubbles takes his beauty treatment into her own rather ample hands. Down on the Mike McShane estate, it appears that Ting Tong has yet more secrets to divulge, much to Dudley's horror and exasperation. A weakness for women in green Lycra, however, gives Ting Tong the opportunity to persuade him to let her stay - just one more night.

2. Episode 2

November 24, 2005

Care home worker Leonard, in particular, is getting very comfortable - some might say a little too comfortable - in Mrs. Carpenter's chair, and Don and Pat pay a visit to their favorite Indian restaurant, although the spicy food has a rather unusual effect on Don's constitution as he unleashes a torrent of Eighties game show catchphrases. Elsewhere, college secretary Linda Flynn describes a female student as "Magnum PI" - referring to an unfortunate facial hair problem.

1. Episode 1

November 17, 2005

At Hill Grange Health Spa, Bubbles De Vere receives a shock when she bumps into her ex-husband, Roman De Vere, and his new wife, ex-Olympic gymnast Desiree, who are honeymooning at the Spa. On the Mike McShane estate in Bruise, Dudley receives delivery of his new bride, Ting Tong Macadangdang, loving chosen from his Thai Brides For You brochure. Meanwhile, Mrs. Emery's inability to control her bodily functions in the local supermarket results in a nasty wet patch in the frozen foods section.

Description

The show featured a wide range of recurring characters that were very eccentric and often based on exaggerated stereotypes. They ranged from a schoolboy who boasted about his experiences to his friend, to a woman who could only say the name of her boyfriend whenever she talked to someone.

David Walliams and Matt Lucas played every character in the show, and they achieved this by using various costumes, wigs, and makeup. Their performances were so good that it could be easy to forget that it was just two actors playing all of the parts.

One of the most memorable characters in the show was Andy Pipkin, a wheelchair-bound man who was always accompanied by his carer, Lou Todd. Andy was always lazy and rude to Lou, and he loved nothing more than watching TV all day long. Lou is always trying to drag him out of the house and make him integrate into society, but Andy is having none of it. He is quite content with his boring life and watching TV in his flat.

Another much-loved character was Marjorie Dawes, who was the leader of a weight-loss club. Marjorie was very forceful and opinionated, and she often delivered cutting remarks to the members of her club. She was obsessed with the idea of losing weight, but at the same time, she was always snacking on chocolate bars and other sweet treats.

Sebastian Love was another recurring character who worked as an aide to the British Prime Minister. Sebastian had a massive crush on the Prime Minister, and he was always doing anything he could to please him. He was always trying to make suggestions, but they were always ignored or dismissed by the Prime Minister.

Tom Baker was the show's narrator, and he provided a lot of the humor in the show. He would describe even the most mundane situations in his booming, dramatic voice, making them sound a lot more exciting than they actually were.

Little Britain was also known for its musical segments, which featured performances by various characters. The most famous of these was Vicky Pollard's rendition of the song âI Need A Little Respectâ. Vicky was a teenage chav who was always getting into trouble with the police. She had a very attitude-filled personality, and she was very tough and stubborn.

The show was not without its controversies, however. Some people felt that the show was offensive because it often relied on stereotypes and caricatures. Others felt that it was just good-natured humor and that people were taking it too seriously.

Overall, Little Britain was a groundbreaking show that pushed the boundaries of comedy. It was extremely popular, and it helped to launch the careers of David Walliams and Matt Lucas. The show was very successful, leading to numerous spin-offs, books, and even a theatre tour. To this day, it remains one of the most celebrated British comedy shows of all time.

Little Britain is a series that is currently running and has 3 seasons (25 episodes). The series first aired on September 16, 2003.

Where to Watch Little Britain

Little Britain is available for streaming on the BBC America website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Little Britain on demand at Vudu and Apple TV.