John Langdon

Rory Bremner on writer John Langdon

The comedian looks back on the brilliant, pun-packed career of his friend, writing partner and master of the one-liner.

Rory Bremner, The Guardian, 3rd April 2020

Tributes paid to late comedy writer John Langdon

Veteran comedy writer John Langdon has died. Langdon was one of the country's most experienced comedy writers, working on classic programmes including Not The Nine O'Clock News and with Kenny Everett. He also worked on The News Quiz and most regularly with Rory Bremner.

Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 27th March 2020

Richard Wilson stars in John Langdon's comedy, playing Frank who used to be a Latin teacher and once was married but has now become a mini-cab driver. Even worse, he's working for his ex-wife Barbara, who's the cab controller, and her husband who owns the firm. No wonder Frank is looking for another way to earn a living. There are two reasons to think this must be a good script. First, Wilson doesn't do rubbish. Second, John Langdon is an accomplished writer who worked for Punch and was on the team of The News Quiz when it was still worth listening to.

Gillian Reynolds, The Telegraph, 10th December 2010