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Commercial Breakdown. Jasper Carrott. Copyright: Celador Productions
Commercial Breakdown

Commercial Breakdown

  • TV comedy
  • BBC One
  • 1989 - 2008
  • 59 episodes (7 series)

Enduringly popular series in which comedians present humorous television advertisements from around the world. Stars Patrick Kielty, Rory McGrath, Jo Brand, Ruby Wax, Jim Davidson and more.

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Commercial Breakdown With Jimmy Carr, Episode 4

Including an 1950s American advert for 'Date Mate' cards, designed so girls could make sure suitors did not forget their vital stats.

Notes

Ten minutes late because of the epic Wimbledon final over-running by many hours

Broadcast details

Date
Sunday 6th July 2008
Time
10:30pm
Channel
BBC One
Length
40 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
Jimmy Carr Host / Presenter
Writing team
Rob Colley Writer
Dominic English Writer
Jim Pullin Writer
Charlie Skelton Writer
Fraser Steele Writer
Jane O'Brien Script Development
Mike Whitehill Script Development
Production team
Ian Lorimer Director
David Taylor Producer
Cristina Miro Producer
Angela O'Leary Producer
John Smith Producer
Danielle Lux Executive Producer
Crispin Holland Editor
Paul Richmond Editor
Nigel Williams Editor
Colin Pigott Production Designer

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