Skip to main content
Rutland Weekend Television poster

Rutland Weekend Television (1975)

First aired May 12, 197530m/ep2 seasons · 14 epsRunning
5.6

5 votes

Overview

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)'.

Created By

Eric Idle

Top Billed Cast

Seasons

Status

Returning Series

Language

English

Type

Scripted

Last Air Date

December 24, 1976

Networks

BBC Two

Production

BBC

Shows Like Rutland Weekend Television

Recommended for You

Explore More