📺The 1980s saw the emergence of several forgotten British television sitcoms.
🎭Shows like 'Keep it in the Family' and 'Hallelujah' were popular during that time.
😂Comedians like Jim Davidson and Harry Worth starred in sitcoms that didn't receive much recognition.
👽Unusual sitcoms like 'Kinvig' explored science fiction themes and gained a cult following.
🔍While some of these sitcoms are still available on DVD or online, others are harder to find.
Are any of these forgotten sitcoms available to watch?
—Yes, some of these sitcoms like 'Cowboys' and 'The River' can be found on platforms like YouTube. Others may be available on DVD, although they might be harder to find.
Why do you think these sitcoms have been forgotten?
—There could be various reasons. Some shows may not have received much critical acclaim or commercial success, while others might have been overshadowed by more popular sitcoms from that era.
What makes these sitcoms worth watching?
—These forgotten sitcoms offer unique humor, interesting characters, and entertaining storylines. They provide a glimpse into the comedy landscape of the 1980s and showcase the talent of actors and comedians from that time.
Are there any other forgotten British sitcoms from that era?
—Yes, there are several other forgotten British sitcoms from the 1980s. This video highlights just 10 of them, but there are many more to discover and explore.
Will there be more videos about forgotten British sitcoms?
—Possibly. If there is interest and demand from viewers, future videos could explore more forgotten British sitcoms from different eras.
00:00Introduction to 10 forgotten British television sitcoms from the 1980s.
00:36'Keep it in the Family' was a popular sitcom starring Robert Gillespie as Dudley Rush, a fun-loving cartoonist.
01:50'Cowboys' was a comedy about a dodgy building firm, starring Roy Kinnear and David Kelly.
02:55'Hallelujah' followed the efforts of a Salvation Army captain, played by Thora Hird, to restore moral values in a Yorkshire town.
03:46'Andycap' was an adaptation of a popular comic strip character, featuring James Bolam in the title role.
04:58'Home James' and 'Up the Elephant and 'Round the Castle' were sitcoms that capitalized on the popularity of comedian Jim Davidson.
06:01'The River' was a romantic comedy featuring pop star David Essex as a lock keeper in a rural village.
08:22'Man's Best Friends' was a sitcom about a retired heist James Oddway, played by Ron Moody, living in a boarding house.
09:29The brothers McGregor' was a spin-off from 'Coronation Street,' featuring Paul Barber and Philip Whitchurch.
10:36Conclusion and audience engagement.
