Tony Roper
Also Known As: not available
Biography: Biography not available
Department: Acting
Place of Birth: Glasgow, Scotland, UK
Birthday: August 19, 1941
Adult: No
Gender: Male
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Double Scotch & Wry
Overview: Rikki Fulton and friends return with another selection of sketches and comedy characters, including the Reverend I.M. Jolly, Supercop, dirty barber Alky Broon and Big Chief Swift Half.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1987-12-07
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Normal Service
Overview: It's General Election day 1964, and the resources of Forth and Clyde Television are under stress. Too many shows want too many things done too quickly. Some of the design and graphics staff are intent on not getting involved. Others won't survive the strain.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1988-02-02
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Rab C. Nesbitt Live
Overview: The cast of BBC2's hit comedy series have taken to the stage of Aberdeen's Capitol Theatre on the final night of their triumphant nationwide tour. Now the scene is set for the usual Rab blend of vitriolic comedy. String-vested superslob Rab C. Nesbitt faces a frosty reception from his family when he finally staggers home from the World Cup, several months later spurned by delinquent sons and driven out of the house by his exasperated spouse, he finds himself reluctantly sharing a squalid bedsit with his wholesome and equally estranged pal, Jamesie. ‘I Married the wrong woman’ laments the rueful Rob rekindling memories of his first true love. A sweet schoolgirl called Isobel Niddrie.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1992-11-02
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The Boat
Overview: The comedic shenanigans of a man who inherits a boat.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1975-01-01
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Rikki Fulton - Prince of Pochlers in Scotch & Wry 4
Overview: Starring Rikki Fulton. Supercop, McGlinchey and of course, the Reverend I M Jolly are all back along with a host of hilarious take-offs including Robin Hood and Gone with the Wind.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1992-10-30
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The Wicker Man
Overview: Police sergeant Neil Howie is called to an island village in search of a missing girl whom the locals claim never existed. Stranger still, however, are the rituals that take place there.
Genres: Horror
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1973-12-06
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Triple Scotch & Wry
Overview: More comedy sketches from Scottish comedian Rikki Fulton. Characters include: Michael Jackson - from Jordanhill; Shirley Bassey - from Bearsden; Jonathan Partington; Bonnie Prince Charlie; and the Last Call team.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1990-01-01
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Rikki & Me
Overview: A play following the life and times of much loved comedian Rikki Fulton.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2007-11-05
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Scotch & Wry
Overview: Video Compilation of the Scottish TV Comedy Sketch Show. Stand out characters include Supercop, an idiot motorcycle policeman whose catchphrase was 'Alright Stirling, oot the car' and whose goggles would spring off his helmet; Dirty Dickie Dandruff; Gallowgate Gourmet, the unbelievably unhygienic TV chef; and McGlinchey, a colourful wide-boy.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1986-11-03
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Degree of Uncertainty
Overview: Mature student, divorcee and mother of three Josie finds the social pressures in and out of university more demanding than her academic studies.
Genres: Drama TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1979-03-06
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The Silly Season
Overview: Four students working in a factory cause emotional, as well as industrial catastrophe, for when theory and reality meet it is the 'Silly Season'.
Genres: Drama TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1982-02-09
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Biting the Hands
Overview: Linda and Gail are Hell's Belles - an alternative comedy double act. When success begins to beckon, they must decide whether to change their act or keep doing what they believe in. Are their principles justified - or are they just 'biting the hands' that feed them?
Genres: Comedy TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1989-04-11
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Rikki
Overview: A centenary celebration of the life and legacy of Rikki Fulton, one of Scotland’s most beloved comic actors. Ashley Jensen narrates an affectionate tribute to one of Scotland’s funniest comedians, Rikki Fulton. It’s 100 years since Rikki first made an entrance on to the world stage and 20 years since he bowed out. For decades, he’s been making the nation laugh with his rubber face, razor sharp wit and laconic demeanour. His influence is still felt in new generations of comics, and clips of his sketches still make us laugh to this day.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2024-12-31
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Ooh the Banter!
Overview: Jack Docherty brings together a jam-packed cast of comedians, actors and famous faces for a riotous celebration of Scotland's most valuable export – its sense of humour. Scotland is a small nation with a big funny bone. It's known the world over for self-deprecation, quick-witted patter and deadpan asides. But what makes it so funny? To find out the answer, this programme delves deep into the BBC Scotland archives to find a century’s worth of classic characters, catchphrases and comedy clips.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2022-12-31
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