Eric & Ernie (TV Drama)

[@malcolmclements9254]

The 70 who disliked this film are all members of the Des O'Connor fan club!

[@LeeLucas]

Damn right LOL..

[@thespiritualengineer]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣👏

[@robertreynolds580]

Des asked his fans to pray for Eric after his heart attack. Upon hearing this Eric replied "Those four or five people probably made all the difference".

[@angelmoon1959]

Ha Ha yes and each one had to make 10 accounts ;)

[@TheVeek192]

The people who disliked it plain old disliked it. Get over yourself.

[@justmyopinion628]

I grew up watch Eric and Ernie, they made me laugh more than any one else ever has. I miss them so very much. Thank God for Eric's mum.

[@anjkovo2138]

Me too. Xmas isn't Xmas without a M&W Xmas Show👍👍

[@tommoncrieff1154]

Everything about this is so perfect I could cry. There’s a whole world right here that’s gone forever, faithfully, authentically and superbly recreated by all involved.

[@a.t.c.3862]

It's superb in every way, there's such warmth, so much heart in it - it's like seeing them again.

[@swannvictor1388]

I loved the scenes of Glasgow Empire - "Where Acts Went to Die" as Eric always joked! Lovely film.

[@GraemeBT]

Except a 1948 liveried loco in 1945

[@swannvictor1388]

@@GraemeBT Actually, I was a bit confused over dates as they never gave an accurate timeline. 1948 brought in standard Black Livery didn't they, when British Rail was created?

[@vagabondslotmachine]

I'm not sure I could have put it any better, Tom

[@lauramackenzie1157]

Totally nailed these two. Mannerisms, voices...everything. Great job.

[@sexobscura]

*Why are you surprised, that's what they should do*

[@sharonjones873]

This is marvellous, and what joy Eric and Ernie shared with the world, and along with the wonderful Victoria Wood they brought sunshine indeed. And a big hug to the gifted and wonderful writer Eddie Braben, whom Stephen Tomkinson plays beautifully in Eric, Ernie & Me.

[@jahno7154]

My word Victoria Wood is brilliant in this i forgot how talented she was, another great comedian died young she will be solely missed RIP.

[@Sickofitall99]

Victoria word was awesome 👏

[@A-small-amount-of-peas]

My mum was a HUGE Victoria Wood fan as a lot of 80's mums were and as videos were new to us at the time it didnt take me long before i'd watched all my videos and my sisters collection were all god awful romantic teen comedies so i found my mums Victoria Wood as seen on tv collection and loved it, she was not solely a comedian and some of her sketches could be quite serious and sometimes very dark and that was a rare trait in those days and gave me a broader sense of what comedy could be. A national treasure taken way too soon

[@jahno7154]

@@A-small-amount-of-peas Agreed. She sang played the piano and wrote some good funny songs too. Multitalented.

[@kipling1957]

Thanks, and I agree, but until I read that I had no idea she had died.

[@hughjanus1840]

The film was her idea. She had to chance to write it but she felt it needed to be a male. Fair enough, when they finally do a Joyce Grenfell biopic (long overdue) that must be a female writer (Phoebe Waller Bridge, what are you waiting for?).

[@suebonnington]

Thank you Vickie Wood for another masterpiece. I loved this, and I feel blessed that I got to watch all three of these geniuses in action. They're all sorely missed.

[@RB747domme]

Its nii not ses, I believe, although I could be wrong.

[@kathp6689]

Victoria Wood didn't write it, I only just found out. But it was her original concept wasn't it?!

[@jen6879]

@@kathp6689yes, she produced it 😊

[@christaylor2959]

Stumbled here by accident and stayed for 1 hour and 29 minutes. That was brilliant.

[@garymacmillan6401]

Christmas isn't the same without Eric and Ernie - pure genius.

[@garymacmillan6401]

@@verona8144 i agree about the half hour show. I was once attacked By Ernie’s dog when out running - true story.

[@Bless-the-Name]

31:29 - literally says this

[@purpleplump6650]

Lovely memories of watching their Christmas day show with my mum and dad , miss them ❤ ......nothing compares 😀

[@stephenlever419]

👏👏👏

[@nicky0000011]

I love the line "It's just not Christmas without Eric and Ernie". Because in 70s UK it wasn't...

[@lesleykerl9032]

We loved it in Australia too 🇦🇺

[@ianmedium]

Absolutely right! Walk out onto any street Christmas when MW were on with their Christmas special and you might see one or two people that’s all! I know I’m going to sound an old fart when I say this but that period little did we know it was the end of variety, the end of real skill and craft when it came to entertainment. Not one of the new brigade now can come anywhere near in terms of talent or the ability to entertain with a possible exception of Peter Kaye. The rest, to get the laughs they have to shock and awe, there really is little talent with the Uni generation, just a lot of hype!

[@a.t.c.3862]

@@ianmedium Great memories.

[@tonggao08]

'As a' member of the uni generation, I quite agree. ​@@ianmedium

[@Goldi3loxrox]

The actors playing the adult Eric and Ernie was uncanny. The mannerisms and voices were spot on. Really enjoyed this little gem.

[@clivemainwaring]

What an amaziing film of a time past when pennies were counted and values were so different in a time of war. Thank God for Erics Mum who saw the future of these two who were destined to become the Nation favourite, we miss them both, R.I.P Eric & Ernie.

[@MM-id8tl]

I live in the US and watch UK TV. About a year ago I just happened to DVR a Morcambe and Wise special. OH MY GOODNESS! I love them! Then I re watched a Victoria Wood special and saw that Victoria had done a TV movie about their early career and found it here. WONDERFUL and completely enjoyed each and every actor. It was like watching Morcambe and Wise themselves. Bravo! and well done.

[@janiced9960]

All the actors were excellent and Victoria Wood is always a pleasure to watch; so sad she is no longer with us. I must say the actor who played the adult Eric was uncannily like him, especially his mannerisms and facial expressions. Hadn't seen this before and so glad I found it.

[@AnthonyMonaghan]

Great tribute to a great comedy act. I was in a real bummer of a mood until I watched this. Victoria Wood and Vic Reeves are perfect as Eric's parents, and the leading roles are like watching Eric and Ernie. Thanks for the great upload. A

[@Rich6Brew]

What part did Vic Reeves play?

[@AnthonyMonaghan]

@@Rich6Brew Eric Morecambe's Father.

[@angelacooper2661]

The two Vics!

[@pambrown8697]

The actors playing Eric and Ernie have even got there mannerisms, great show.

[@RobertLocksley385]

Dan Rigby spent two popular years on stage doing as good a job as Eric did in a one-man show in the face of the Left's ownership of entertainment in this country. It just goes to show that not everyone on our stages and screens are employees of Vladimir Putin and his friends in the Labour party's BBCSSR.

[@dannywestern831]

They even sound like Eric & Ernie

[@huwthomas4173]

@@RobertLocksley385 what ARE you on about.

[@thefurrybstard1964]

The kids and the two adults playing Eric and Ernie are a spot on piece of casting.

[@CarolPrice4p]

Little Ern was always Little Ern.xxxxxxxxxx

[@thefurrybstard1964]

And his legs were always short, fat and hairy.

[@ferocel]

Absolutely brilliant from start to finish. Uncanny casting.

[@maggieadams8600]

What brilliant performances, it's a brilliant production all round, the BBC at it's best!

[@Mrphilharmonic]

Just EXCELLENT. Not only do they look like Eric and Ernie, but sound and act like them too. I love the little 'references' throughout to quips that would later become their trademarks. Again, so believable. Victoria Wood is wonderful as Eric's mum, but they are all great. Thanks so much for posting this amazing docudrama. One of the best I've seen. Superb!!

[@stephengordon6292]

What an absolute delight, remember being glued to the telly on xmas day during the 70s. Simply magic. Thanks boys xxx

[@stephenwade5534]

One drawback with not owning a tv is missing gems like this. Spot on casting and excellent writing. Thank you Victoria for having the idea and the ability to bring us this piece of tv history. You were a genius in your own right, but this just really shows the depth of creativity and imagination you had, RIP

[@Colsoloact-po9wv]

Enjoyed this first time on tv and now again here...fab performances by everyone! Especially the two playing Eric n Ernie!

[@leejones66]

Great casting for Eric Morecambe its like watching a young version of him

[@kaijuk]

How have I missed this...Reece and Vic and wood ..legends

[@davidhewson8605]

I saw M+W in Bournemouth in the 60s. They encompass Northern outlook and humanity in the day , and never left their roots. Seen this years ago , like reading a book twice ; gets better. Ref. to George Thornby and Arther Aski ( playmates ) specially. Thanks so much mum !!!. Dave

[@chrisrainbow2393]

this film is wonderful and its nice to see M&W treated with such respect. they were always funny, never offensive and future comedians should learn from them.

[@wendynadin3685]

what a great portrayal from the 2 actors who played Eric and Ernie, what a great friendship they had and they always put that first.

[@LeeLucas]

This was superbly done and I am so glad I got to finally see it. Brilliant cast and they portrayed Eric and Ernie down to a tee.

[@thefurrybstard1964]

This has to be *THE Best* Tribute to Eric and Ernie! It's spooky how Daniel Rigby and Bryan Dick resemble Eric and Ernie, Especially Daniel Rigby.

[@Avidcomp]

Had to stop after 25 mins, and say how much I'm enjoying this, and that I never knew what an eye for talent Eric's mum was. Okay, I've said my piece, so I'll make a fresh brew and get back to the show. Ooooh this is good stuff.

[@johnnyjabsco1999]

+Avidcomp I read your comment so I have just watched it. I didn't think it was any good. The actors were very good but I guess I just don't find Morecambe and wise funny. The story was very boring.

[@johnnyjabsco1999]

Sonja- Yes the movie was ok but Morecombe and wise were about as funny as getting kicked full on in the bollocks and then poked in the eye.

[@SandyYoung1]

@@johnnyjabsco1999 you’re a fucking idiot,but stay safe mate.

[@william69ification]

Superb casting, well delivered story line which outlines their rise to prominence. Reminds us of how talented this era of entertainers were. Ant and Dec are just auto cue presenters with zip talent. My younger sister used to walk Ernie's dog, a black scottie, back in the 70's as he lived just down the road from us. Lovely man, always a smile, polite and humble. Quite the antithesis of the limited talent today.

[@swannvictor1388]

My god, Victoria Wood, what an amazing woman. Missed this when it first came out, just seen for the first time, 11 years late....superb. How nice to see something actually WRITTEN by someone with TALENT. Pity Victoria wasn't hired by DR WHO.....

[@scottandrewbrass]

She didn't write it

[@voyagerlover1000]

This was excellent. There were times when it was actually like watching the boys in the show. Hearing Eric and Ernie singing Positive Thinking at the end brought tears to my eyes.

[@MrTimbo1960]

That wos good that wos! Absoluuutely brilliant. Thankyou Victoria Wood for your great idea. Rest in peace Eric and Ernie, you were the funniest Englishmen I knew.

[@Neutronia1]

This is great. Brings back so many wonderful childhood memories. Both actors did very well, especially the man playing Eric Morecambe, he has nailed that performance.

[@callithowiseeit5806]

I hate biopics, it's impossible to nail 'bottled lightening', trying to capture the spirit of those we study so closely, mannerisms, voices, there's always a compromise somewhere, something you have to live with.. but not here, this is perfection

[@fl3162]

A lifetime of hard work for our entertainment ... bravo to them.

[@A-small-amount-of-peas]

I often regard Vic Reeves and Bob Mortimer as the Morecambe and Wise of my teen years, their styles were definitely not the same as only one of the acts had a straight man but they both came from roughly the same area of the country and both seemed to be having so much fun in each others company that it was infectious to the audience and i thought having Jim Muir (Vic) play Eric's dad was a masterstroke in casting and Jim really nails it, best i've seen him act but helped massively by Victoria Wood's performance alongside him, she steals every scene and she was a massive part of my childhood as my mum was a huge fan of hers and once i'd seen my meagre 80's video collection i watched my mums video collection and watched Victoria's "as seen on tv" series religiously, introduced me to dark humour and it wasnt a typical gag heavy comedy show but so glad i was exposed to it young, a multi talented lady taken way too soon and i remember when they filmed this there were stories in the press that she was the driving force wanting to get this project going and i may be misquoting here but she said something like " they were so beloved yet no one had really told the story of how they met and became a double act" and she was right

[@HaywardMusic]

We laughed at them, we loved them. Thankyou very much for creating this channel, and for your uploads which are very much appreciated.

[@janhall1641]

I love how they had the brains and courage to adapt to their audience and to the times.

[@philipwhatcott997]

My most magical memories of childhood was Christmas day and the eagerly awaited Morecambe and Wise show. The whole family together and in stitches. It doesn't happen nowadays. They're missing out.

[@cryptohunt2552]

The ending made me cry. The memories!

[@99fruitbat]

Brilliant , and such excellent portrayals of both Eric and Ernie !

[@Ricardo-uo9xc]

ERIC MORECAMBE & ERNIE WISE... what can I say the best comedy double act ever on British Television. The film was PERFECT. Great Job!

[@Nickstraw]

There will never be another Morecambe and Wise im so glad i have the pleasure of those two guys at the height of their fame in the 70's this was a brilliant Victoria wood written drama played brilliantly by Daniel Rigby and Bryan Dick fanbloodytastic !

[@JanetMcquillan-q9g]

Beautifully nuanced performances . Excellent

[@davewilkes2756]

Always cry at the end scene when they sing Positive Thinking! The real two lol x

[@BenjaminNavillus]

Daniel Rigby's performance here is an absolute masterpiece.

[@Skraeling1000]

Rubbish! :D I'd have to say that he had the easiest part - Eric had more "quirks" than Ernie such as the sucking of the teeth, jiggling his spectacles etc. BUT - having said that, yeah, he did a fantastic job, he even walked like Eric did! A bloody amazing tribute, way better than I thought it would be.

[@BenjaminNavillus]

To be honest, I agree with you - it is easier with the distinctive mannerisms and quirks etc. but a poor or even an average actor could easily fall into the trap of overdoing those things, hamming them up and relying too much on them. I just feel that he got the balance spot on and pretty much 'became' Eric Morecambe as a result.

[@Skraeling1000]

Ben Sullivan and I in turn have to agree with you! As someone said (might have been you) - he almost seemed to be channeling Eric, and only a good actor would know how to get it just right. And I have to admit, towards the end, it was almost like seeing Eric himself acting the part. Ernie, though, had a lot more work to do, but looking past the facial differences, he also did a very good job, imo, specially onstage towards the end.

[@RB747domme]

Skraeling1000 I thought Ernie Wise was great casting, he got the voice absolutely spot on. With Ernie's condescending tone speaking down to Eric when he was messing about, very good indeed.

[@marywilkinson5518]

Love Daniel Rigby as Eric Morecambe. He looks like him, sounds like him and acts like him. The whole cast is great but he stands out for me

[@Doodles68]

The way these two channel Eric & Ernie is amazing......

[@simonsaxby7425]

I bet Erics Dad was a smashing bloke......great performance by Vic Reaves

[@vincentwithers3617]

Vic Reeves was not in this, he was billed with his real name Jim Moir.

[@Surv1ve_Thrive]

You would not let it lie.

[@isabellebrant6057]

His parents sounded amazing....

[@davidorama6690]

My childhood was Morcombe & Wise re-runs and I have a charming nostalgia for these two hopelessly lame comedians of a bygone era. This is a great tribute to the men. Producers, writers and directors should be proud of this little movie. 🥰

[@bedorset579]

Thank you for putting this up. It was wonderful.

[@iloveyouhunny]

Absolutely fabulous,-was the first time Ive seen this but it wont be the last -whoever did the casting deserves a medal as big as a frying pan,tip top-Eric and Ernie would be soo proud !!!

[@johngalvin6010]

I remember watching this on TV when it first aired and enjoyed it as much now as I did then. I also watched it a couple of years ago. Thanks for sharing.

[@TheMrB]

Thank you so very much. I loved this, also me sad as I still miss them both.

[@MedievalFolkDance]

"It doesn't feel the same. Christmas without Eric & Ernie, does it?" - What a great bit of writing!

[@annbarclay7324]

Absolute gem of a film. Both actors got Eric and Ernie down to a tee. Fantastic film.

[@davidhanmer82]

"Hello Dave!!!!" is all I can think whenever I see Reece Shearsmith in that type of makeup! Brilliant performances by all though :)

[@Leoviliti1]

I owe much of my first forty years of laughter to this pair ..since they've been gone... My laughter diminished also.. A great unfolding drama of their success story ..worth every second of viewing time... Might watch it again later ..lol..

[@oo0Spyder0oo]

The mannerisms were spot on. A great film, thanks for sharing.

[@davidorama6690]

Brilliant, loved these chaps.

[@GAMakin]

A gem. Everything a movie should be: engaging. They don't make them like this one often enough . Excellent from acting, direction, shoot and edit. Thank you, BBC.

[@martyjames6204]

excellent - loved eric and ernie

[@simonlambert6891]

Thanks for uploading. A lovely drama about a wonderful double act...they don't make em like that anymore!

[@mariestevens1233]

This just popped up on the tube , wow what a fantastic cast loved it

[@Sameoldfitup]

“Has it ever struck you that life is all memory, except for the one present moment that goes by you so quick you hardly catch it going?”― Tennessee Williams..

[@djean79]

Thank you for this! It was truly delightful!

[@ianoliver3879]

Lovely, lovely stuff. And it's so nice to find a real gem on a rainy Tuesday morning. Thank you.

[@Mia7189]

Thank you for posting this. There are many of us here in the US who were fans of M&W and had no idea that this TV film existed. Loving it so far. Again, thank you SO much for sharing it on You Tube.

[@bobbystips]

Jim Moir is just splendid in this.

[@shyannedianne1962]

Fed up hearing how Ant and Dec are the new Morecambe and Wise, they're completely different people and no one could ever hold a candle to these 2 :D

[@libbyreesbarresi7459]

nothing like them.....and neither eric or ernie got in to a car drunk with his mum in the back and crashed the car!!!!! absolutely nothing like morecambe and wise, that is an insult to two very fine upstanding stand up comedians and entertainers who had more talent in their little fingers than ant and dec have in their whole bodies

[@wildandbarefoot]

Never mind the candle....id hold a Blowtorch to Ant and Dec.

[@cynthiastogden7000]

I cried when Ernie sang By the Light of the silvery moon in full voice.epitomised the whole due to me. What a life they had and how we benefited from it. Thank you,

[@kwikone7744]

Ant & Dec are a pair of talentless muppets and shouldn’t be mentioned in the same sentence as Morecambe & Wise, who were true comedians.

[@shyannedianne1962]

@The Fruitcake Munchers Club www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/tvandradio/9974435/Ant-and-Dec-are-the-new-Morecambe-and-Wise.html

[@Sameoldfitup]

“Has it ever struck you that life is all memory, except for the one present moment that goes by you so quick you hardly catch it going?”― Tennessee Williams.

[@malcolmclements9254]

"You don't put your foot down for 25 years of married life when you do your wrong"...great line.

[@malcolmclements9254]

Eric would be so proud of Luton getting into the premiership a far cry from his joke :"We do a lap of honour when we get a corner and hire a tour bus when we get a goal ."

[@stevesandford8993]

Fantastic! (Bryan Dick I've been watching since the sublime "20,000 Streets Under The Sky"...) Supporting cast excellent too, Vic Reeves particularly shines... Wood as good as always... Thanks for the Posting... xx SF

[@keithfowler2013]

Thank you Eric and Ern. The laughter of my childhood.

[@francesriddiough8818]

just delightful.Amazing casting and beautiful piquant glimpses of life at the time.

[@queenashantee8432]

Was so great to see how they both started, the roots of their art. They were a brilliant act and you will not get better than those two - Morecombe & Wise. :-))

[@liamwhitcombe1237]

I THOUGHT BLAIR & BROWN WERE FUNNY MYSELF

[@luciatilyard2827]

Feel sorry for people too young to have seen Eric and Ernie1

[@watcyagonado6770]

I grew up a kid in the 70s a Eric and Ernie were and still are the funniest Duo ever, the ice cream van sketch, andre pre-van as for Xmas was never Xmas without there show on. Thank you for sharing this flim. 🙏

[@rustykilt]

Apart from comic brilliance, Eric and Ernie, like Stan and Ollie, were just loveable people and it was this appeal that helped to make them so great. They were true friends and this came out in their performances and though they were competitive as on screen characters, their friendship added depth and character to their interaction, understanding each other so well. This drama portrays them so accurately, with excellent casting and scripting. I shed a tear at the end remembering they are now gone and we will not see their like again.

[@londonlady227]

My Andrew Preview: The actors were perfect for the roles. Victoria, we love you forever ❤

[@moiracd]

RIP Victoria. A true legend gone.

[@melanieohara6941]

Priceless-Watching from Wyoming. Thank You!🌺

[@willalwaystelehandler8450]

Great performance well worth a watch , in these times,

[@keithnaylor1981]

WONDERFUL! How on earth did someone find the M & W lookalikes? Great job, and good performances from the lads themselves.

[@burtingtune]

Nice that the BBC produced something that celebrates the past instead of degrading it.

[@SuperOldShows]

I had no idea about this story, Victoria Wood and Jim Moir are amazing in this, as are the lads who play Eric and Ernie.

[@Dim4323]

That not jim moir its vic reeves

[@RB747domme]

@@Dim4323 I do hope that wasn't ironic.

[@emmapark8530]

@@Dim4323 vic reeves is jim moir stage name

[@Trev359]

@@Dim4323 I think he was trying to sound clever by referring to Viv Reeves' real name.

[@wobber999]

This brings back wonderful funny memories, I grew up laughing at eric and ernie, two legends always remembered with fond happy memories

[@ElizabethAnneChurnside]

Enjoyed watching from beginning g to end ,they,re both really missed,two talented people and a joy to watch ,😂❤

[@georginasmith441]

brilliant acting, especially Eric

[@suzieb8366]

Thank you for uploaded...just recommended now in 2021!!! First time Ive seen it and Boy what a treat. All actors played the roles sooo well.

[@petewalker6663]

these two play Eric and Ernie PERFECTLY EVEN DOWN TO THE VOICES, i WISH THEY WOULD MAKE A SERIES WITH THESE IN IT / Eric N Ernie the early years

[@youreadarling]

Thank you so, so much for uploading this. I saw it on TV just before Christmas and I haven't been able to find it anywhere since.

[@schnitle01]

A very, very exellent movie!!! Thank you so much.

[@gazza2933]

Nice tribute to the lads and Victoria Wood was a fine actress.

[@pinchopaxtonsgreatestminds9591]

This was one of the best dramas ever! I just think that it ended too soon, before they made their TV comeback, ironically that's the BBC's fault as well.

[@spatrick1441]

utter quality from start to finish - every actor is brilliant in this, the teen actors, the adult versions, victoria wood - even jim moir, who i've never seen act as convincingly as this, is perfect as the stoic dad - daniel rigby was magical - i physically had tears of joyful nostalgia the first time i watched this - you can tell this was a real labour of love for everyone involved who was old enough to remember the originals