British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide
Lines From My Grandfather's Forehead
Lines From My Grandfather's Forehead

Lines From My Grandfather's Forehead

  • Radio sketch show
  • BBC Radio 4
  • 1971 - 1972
  • 17 episodes (2 series)

Sketch show starring Ronnie Barker. Also features Terence Brady and Pauline Yates.

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Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC TV

Porridge

Ronnie Barker stars as Norman Stanley Fletcher, trying to keep his nose clean and guiding his young 'roomie' Godber, whilst residing in HMP Slade.

The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC TV

The Two Ronnies

Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.

6 Dates With Barker. Fritz Braun / 'Lola' (Ronnie Barker). Copyright: London Weekend Television TV

6 Dates With Barker

Series of six comedy plays showcasing the talents of Ronnie Barker.

Hark At Barker. Lord Rustless (Ronnie Barker). Copyright: London Weekend Television TV

Hark At Barker

The dogmatic Lord Rustless finds his stately posture frustrated by his uncontrollable staff as he attempts to lecture on a series of topics.

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again Radio

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

A long-running radio sketch show combining anarchic comedy with awful puns, silly songs and indulgent self-mocking.

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