TV series
Rutland Weekend Television
1975–, English, on BBC Two. Created by Eric Idle.
Comedy sketch series purporting to show the programming of a low key regional television service. Written by Eric Idle of 'Monty Python's Flying Circus' fame. A popular feature was the music of Neil Innes (one time member of the eccentric Bonzo Dog Dooh Dah Band), especially his Beatles parody The Rutles. They later featured in their own film: 'The Rutles (All You Need Is Cash)'.
- Seasons
- 2
- Episodes
- 14
- Episode length
- 30 min
- Status
- Still running
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Latest episode
S2 E7: Rutland Weekend Showtime!
Aired 24 December 1976
Seasons 2
Cast & crew
Details
- First aired
- 12 May 1975
- Network
- BBC Two
- Language
- English
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Scripted
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How many seasons of Rutland Weekend Television are there?
Rutland Weekend Television has 2 seasons and 14 episodes, about 30 minutes each.
Is Rutland Weekend Television finished?
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What shows are like Rutland Weekend Television?
If you liked Rutland Weekend Television, try Burning Love, Second City Television, Portlandia.
Who created Rutland Weekend Television?
Rutland Weekend Television was created by Eric Idle and stars Eric Idle, Neil Innes, David Battley.