British Comedy Guide
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The British Comedy Quiz

Quiz 331

Niki Walton has generated another enjoyable set of questions for us to all try. Get stuck in here:

1. Who were the Royle family's next door neighbours?

The Royle Family. Image shows from L to R: Dave Best (Craig Cash), Antony Royle (Ralf Little), Denise Royle / Best (Caroline Aherne), Jim Royle (Ricky Tomlinson), Barbara Royle (Sue Johnston), Norma Speakman (Liz Smith). Copyright: Granada Productions / Jellylegs

2. What milestone did Have I Got News For You reach on 7th June 2024?

Have I Got News For You. Image shows left to right: Paul Merton, Ian Hislop. Credit: Matt Crockett

3. Who played Claudia Bing, Eddie's PR rival in Absolutely Fabulous?

Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Edina (Jennifer Saunders), Patsy (Joanna Lumley). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

4. In which year was comedy film The Full Monty released into cinemas?

The Full Monty. Image shows from L to R: Gerald (Tom Wilkinson), Nathan (William Snape), Gaz (Robert Carlyle), Lomper (Steve Huison), Guy (Hugo Speer), Horse (Paul Barber), Dave (Mark Addy)

5. In the world of British sitcoms, Emmet Hawksworth is...

6. Which song closed Act One of Monty Python Live (Mostly): One Down, Five to Go?

Monty Python Live (Mostly). Image shows left to right: John Cleese, Terry Jones, Michael Palin, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle

7. The episode titles Mutiny, The Happy Event and Away From It All are taken from which sitcom?

8. Before finding fame as a performer, Billy Connolly served an apprenticeship as what?

Billy Connolly

9. Name the recurring character played by Maggie Ollerenshaw in Open All Hours and sequel Still Open All Hours.

Maggie Ollerenshaw

10. Who was the only woman in the regular ensemble cast of Round The Horne?

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