A tropical island inhabited by a bunch of Alan Whicker look-alike interviewers
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@mizofan8 жыл бұрын
One of the finest sketches from the magnificent team whose brilliance towers over the wretched mediocrity of a modern wasteland where once was a veritable cornucopia of coruscating comedy.
@perryberman28245 жыл бұрын
mizofan Lemon curry?
@RalphBrooker-gn9iv9 ай бұрын
I grew up with Python. I’m 62. Was allowed to stay up to watch the show. I saw them live at Drury Lane (1975?). At their height they were sans pareil. But they began to rehash old material. Cheese Shop Sketch became the Bookshop Sketch ("Have you a copy of ‘101 Ways To Start a Fight’ by an Irish gentleman whose name eludes me?"). But British comedy has an almost eternal impetus. Before Python a number of Fringe shows and of course the Goons, arguably British humour’s first departure from the norm of vaudeville slapstick. Today we are spoiled by excellence. British comedy is a heritage. Peep Show, Fast Show, Harry & Paul, Toast of London. Not to forget the inimitable writings of Jimmy Perry and David Croft. I think British comedy has always flourished, with the possible exception of a time when Jim Davidson and Bernard Manning were at their peak.
@FreeTVEngland3 ай бұрын
'Whicker Island' is Winterton-on-Sea on the Norfolk coast. The swimming pool you can see from 0:51 onwards is located at the Hermanus Holidays resort in the village, and it still looks pretty much the same to this day...
@Drwhofan197115 жыл бұрын
what makes this skit so great is the fact the man parodied simply laughed his head off and loved it. Alan is a legend
@luisreyes1963 Жыл бұрын
STREWTH!
@perryberman2824 Жыл бұрын
I didn't even know who he was until he died. I just think this is one of the funniest sketches ever and now that I've actually seen and heard him it's even funnier. And next year we have the sensible party against the silly party.
@KarlBaron7 ай бұрын
When I originally saw Monty pythons flying circus this sketch completely flew over my head as I had no idea who he was. After seeing the “Clarkson Island” sketch which itself was a take on this, I came back to it and since then I’ve actually been watching a bunch of Whickers World which has been a fascinating insight into historical perspectives.
@heynow5000017 жыл бұрын
Alan Whicker effectively invented the modern genre of TV journalism as we know it; the reporter doing the piece to camera, reporter walking and talking in shot, reporter as part of the story. He was an Army correspondent during WW2 - with the Army film unit during the campaign in Italy. A great man, great journalist - a real pro. He currently lives in Jersey. When asked once what six things he'd take to a desert island he replied: "Two blondes, two brunettes and two redheads".
@golden.lights.twinkle2329 Жыл бұрын
Where gin and tonics jingle in a gyroscopic jubilee of something beginning with 'J'.
@tmrezzek57287 жыл бұрын
Always loved this one because it shows the Pythons working as a group. But then I watched the real Alan Whicker do a special report from San Francisco, and I'm amazed at how the Pythons nailed the cadence of the real Whicker's speech pattern. Frank Gorshin and Rich Little couldn't have done it better!
@perryberman2824 Жыл бұрын
I totally agree with you.
@simonsimon3254 ай бұрын
It's specifically Wicker's visit to Devil's island they're parodying.
@moondog10211 жыл бұрын
R.I.P. Alan Whicker. A giant amongst his peers. I remember being absolutely fascinated by Whickers World when I was young - he really did show the world as it was.
@turtleilike7 жыл бұрын
They live in a sunshine paradise. A Caribbean dream, where only reality is missing. I love and miss Monty Python every day and the shit that's been around after them are dogs doing tricks for a round of applause on cue. This sketch is two minutes of perfection.
@undergroundwarrior706 жыл бұрын
When I first saw this sketch in 1974, (Monty Python's Flying Circus was aired every Tuesday night on PBS from Los Angeles, CA.) I had no idea who Whicker was, but I did have a feeling it was a parody on some journalist/interviewer by the name of Whicker. Now watching this on KZbin for the first time after 44 years since watching it PBS I was right. But I never knew his first name until now, 'Alan'. In 1974 I was 18. I will look up Mr. Alan Whicker when I get a chance. Thanks for the upload.
@pressureworks Жыл бұрын
Tv !?! You had tv ??
@perryberman28246 жыл бұрын
To Alan Whicker: Farewell and bon voy age. RIP!
@Sarahfreckle15 жыл бұрын
One of the most brilliant skits they ever did!
@JimSting13 жыл бұрын
Pure, perfect genius. Python is the absolute zenith of comedy.
@NickRatnieks10 жыл бұрын
It's a mark of Alan Whicker's stature that he should have been parodied by this mob. Very funny- although it's worth remembering that as a young man Alan Whicker began his working life as part of the Army Film Unit which took 50% casualties in WW2 and he was very lucky to be a part of the other 50% -allowing him to become such a fantastic and long-lived broadcaster. Whicker's War was possibly one of the most outstanding books/documentaries of war recollections. For those of us that grew up with him- he is sorely missed as TV is now full of lightweights- not a great man in a lightweight suit.
@katemctiernan716710 жыл бұрын
Thank you for letting me know that they're parodying a real person. I was wondering what this was about.
@ChubbyChecker18211 жыл бұрын
RIP Mr Whicker, I was only a kid when I saw your documentaries, they were brilliant, educational, and entertaining
@MrFoodepedia11 жыл бұрын
He certainly travelled like a proper Englishman, suit, slacks heavy suitcases and local natives to do all the carrying. And never in shorts, not even on a beach
@ChrisPrime1bot11 жыл бұрын
*Salutes* RIP Alan. Loved the clips of his interview with Dalek Co-creator, Terry Nation.
@TeresaSvedman12 жыл бұрын
I met Mr. Whicker today in Cawsand, UK. I am from the US and didn't know how famous he was.
@AlistairBurnsGashead11 жыл бұрын
A few tears in my eyes watching this just now, if you love life you can't fail to love Alan Whicker.
@jasobres7 жыл бұрын
So which of the Pythons does the best Whicker imitation? I'm going with Eric.
@TheSixtiesteenager7 жыл бұрын
jasobres Agreed! :)
@Leebo135 жыл бұрын
It's a little unfair on Terry Jones as his Welsh accent does make it a little more difficult for him.
@initialcreation5 жыл бұрын
Graham, then Terry.
@frglee11 жыл бұрын
RIP Alan Whicker 2 August 1925 - 12 July 2013 Fond memories
@tonywalton503611 жыл бұрын
If there's an afterlife he'll be up there now, interviewing angels. RIP one of the greats.
@elpresso1983 Жыл бұрын
"WHO ARE LOSING A WINNING BATTLE" gets me every time hahahaha
@PeterMountUK11 жыл бұрын
RIP Alan... another of the greats that we have lost
@MikeKeel11 жыл бұрын
RIP Mr Whicker!
@MrBigcityal9 жыл бұрын
Too many Whickers!
@dave474c6 жыл бұрын
Not enough wankers?
@padbrit11 жыл бұрын
RIP Alan, this is just a great epitaph to the last of the great Journalists. #OldSchool
@sbbjason11 жыл бұрын
Having finally seen a real episode of Whicker's World, this skit makes much more sense (and makes it even more funnier).
@koookeee14 жыл бұрын
"... who, I might say, are losing a winning battle!" Splendid!
@TheRadical424 күн бұрын
Believe it or not: I've enjoyed Monty Python for decades. But only this year, 2024, did I find out that this sketch was about a real person! I thought it was just the Pythons being silly! 🙂🙃🙂🙃
@comradet0m13 жыл бұрын
The timing is incredible. True masters, right there.
@Finglesham13 жыл бұрын
Surely the real AW saw this as a compliment to his well known programmes. There is no bad publicity etc. A real gem though.
@dinosaurznspace13 жыл бұрын
this is one of my favourit sketchs by them XD
@dinosaurznspace13 жыл бұрын
This is one of my favourite sketches by them XD
@phreakbot8 жыл бұрын
Damn, son ... that is a whole lotta Whickers.
@leeiszico11 жыл бұрын
Pure genius!
@TFJack9811 жыл бұрын
man monty python do know how to bring out the best like this short as a honour
@mlaksevics11 жыл бұрын
RIP Alan Whicker...an inspiration!
@dabble7789 жыл бұрын
Happy Australia Day. Sunny every day, especially good... for... the interviews... :-)
@xenapgf11 жыл бұрын
A Classic Sketch about a Classic Television Icon. Thank You and goodbye Alan Whicker ( You will be missed but fondly Remembered )
@ianblakesley33497 жыл бұрын
This sketch was in the final UK season of Monty Python in early 1974 on the BBC, which featured also the Hitler by the Seaside routine. Still brilliant after over forty years.
@dlamiss6 жыл бұрын
Cleese wasn't in the final season. it was from series three I believe
@bezzaderbane98905 жыл бұрын
Yes you've got confused there, this wasn't the final season and Hitler wasn't either. This was probably series 3 that was John's last series.
@keithnaylor19817 ай бұрын
Could this be their best ever Python creation? Or is it: The Cheese Shop? The Mountaineering Hairdressers? The Dirty Fork? The Merchant Banker? The Dead Parrot? The RAF Banter? The Spanish Inquisition? So many to choose from!
@AndyCigars12 жыл бұрын
@brabazon10 Well I'm sorry you feel that way, but we did want a bloc of flats. Nice though the abattoir is.
@earthbeat1511 жыл бұрын
Absolutely nothing's re to say but superb ....RIP sir Alan whicker
@humnmum12 жыл бұрын
Brilliant, brilliant! Was this where Robin Leach picked up his sing-song glissandos of vapid enthusiasm and wealth-adoring cliches? His unintentional parody of the Whicker style is nearly as spot-on as this Python sketch. Nearly. Nobody comes close to the MP geniuses.
@railman0113 жыл бұрын
@Finglesham AW loved this sketch. He included it on his Journey of a lifetime program celebrating 50 years of travelogues and reporting, so good i bought the DVD.
@Ra1nemaker18 жыл бұрын
This is my all time fav MP sketch! Thanks for that!
@TheAudioProphet410 жыл бұрын
Nailed it
@hfelton11 жыл бұрын
Almost matched in hilarity by the old Fitzpatrick travelogues, though unintentionally by him. Along the lines of: ''It's time to leave this island paradise, this glittering jewel in the Pacific, though be assured we will return someday.''
@thomiccor11 жыл бұрын
I just watched a couple documentaries by Alan Whicker, and then I can upon this. Awesome!
@alojz30014 жыл бұрын
i cant stop watching mp videos, somebody please turn off my computer :D
@torkadkorvmacka14 жыл бұрын
best sketch ever!!! legends!!!
@Rolandzebub14 жыл бұрын
This never gets old.
@murielsartre17 жыл бұрын
Damn, Mike does it again. How long did it take to rehearse that line, I wonder?
@KristianCramer12 жыл бұрын
So THIS is where they got the idea to the "Clarkson island" sketch
@ultraseb15 жыл бұрын
So did I..earlier on today in fact!! Had me gasping for air i was laughing so hard!! XD Top-notch!! ^^
@dlamiss15 жыл бұрын
along with the spanish inquisition IMO the funniest two python sketches
@DarkLouk15 жыл бұрын
..and waiting for the... inevitable interview.
@emilkarpo11 жыл бұрын
It's brilliant
@ngobleus15 жыл бұрын
"For this, is Whicker Island..."
@luisreyes1963 Жыл бұрын
That sketch reminds me of a certain other unctious British media personality, the late Robin Leach. 😂
@sam214625 жыл бұрын
Simply brilliant.
@MrBuch16916913 жыл бұрын
I think Chapman had the best impression. xD
@murielsartre15 жыл бұрын
I personally would enjoy the music of repeat fees immensely!
@SteveFranklinPalmer16 жыл бұрын
a classic of the seventies.
@iluvugoldenblue26 күн бұрын
"gin and tonic's jingle in a gyroscopic jubilee of something beginning with j" half of those rhyming words don't even start with j lolol
@Stefing11 жыл бұрын
Farewell and bon voyage, Alan Whicker.
@Nicky-090914 жыл бұрын
@thatkindofguy234 yeah at the beginning of clarkson island it says whicker island..then it moves on to clarksons
@samanthastacey8466 жыл бұрын
The old school times
@MsPeperonata11 жыл бұрын
So there you have it. Farewell then, Alan Whicker.
@ZacO896515 жыл бұрын
Brilliant pure genius.
@olivermunro160411 жыл бұрын
R.i.p Alan may god bless your soul
@georgebennett319711 жыл бұрын
...and so ...we say ...farewell to Alan Whicker. RIP
@mysticmissus11 жыл бұрын
RIP Alan Whicker xx
@maccesandholm Жыл бұрын
Never seen before, very good😅
@wellcrucialkettering11 жыл бұрын
RIP, Alan, Whicker.
@Snailbarf16 жыл бұрын
Damn.....I spend 75 bux on the entire Monty Python collection, and still watch it on KZbin. It's just a CLICK AWAY.
@davidfalconer8913 Жыл бұрын
One of the best ( send ups ! ) in modern times ( ? ) .... DAVE™🛑
@jackiejayetv15 жыл бұрын
Brilliant just brill
@IamTomWaits11 жыл бұрын
Something beginning with 'J'...
@splatstick17 жыл бұрын
It must have taken forever to do this cuz of the sharing of the lines and when they had to walk in fount of them.
@Akamisago15 жыл бұрын
...A race who I might say are losing a winning battle...
@HauntedXXXPancake15 жыл бұрын
If you liked this one, heck out 'Harry & Paul - Clarkson Island'. It's basicly the same joke, but with J. Clarkson. Homage or rup-off - you decide, but it's still pretty funny.
@trainedjackass14 жыл бұрын
And sooooooo, from Whicker Island its fairwell and bonvoyage."
@Mishima50511 жыл бұрын
RIP to the great man...
@speedkleaver15 жыл бұрын
absolute classic!
@SouthwestRanger11 жыл бұрын
R.I.P. Alan Whicker
@NxDoyle6 жыл бұрын
It's very hard to watch this and not think of the Clarkson Island rip off from Enfield and Whitehouse. I'm sure fans would call it homage.
@simonsimon3254 ай бұрын
something beginning with j... brilliant 😂
@fourgettes15 жыл бұрын
harry updated this
@henman0911 жыл бұрын
R.I.P. Alan
@pistol7111 жыл бұрын
He even sent this sketch up himself...a parody of a parody. R.I.P Alan Whicker....
@Senqiu17 жыл бұрын
I guess they are laughing at Ewic`s style of talking:D Sweet...
@davesphotogallery11 жыл бұрын
RIP Alan
@TheJFARod12 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I admit that I only knew Alan Whicker because of this sketch. =)
@Groucho-tg1tx7 жыл бұрын
Cheerio
@chatham4315 жыл бұрын
....Python genius.......
@communiqation16 жыл бұрын
and so from Whicker island it's fare well and bon voy age
@ebf195714 жыл бұрын
Surprised they didn't build a Whicker man on Whicker Island.
@joelattfield241811 жыл бұрын
like it.....like it alot!!
@CharlotteC9415 жыл бұрын
ROFL! Python rules! Although the original is undoubtedly the best I am rather fond of the 'Clarkson Island' paradoy by Harry and Paul. I love Top Gear but Jeremy Clarkson does my head in!