We're back baby!! | Red Dwarf | Trojan | Series 10 Ep 1 | Gallifrey Gals Get Dwarfed

[@moreau1755]

There definitely was a live studio audience for this, because I was in it for the filming of this episode.

[@Carn_Is_Done]

That is awesome. A friend and I tried to be but we couldn't make it cos her car broke down and I don't drive :(

[@EvHervey]

Sick.

[@gingernutpreacher]

How much was it?

[@moreau1755]

@@gingernutpreacher It didn't cost anything, but you had to put your name down and hope you'd get randomly picked because there was a high demand. I put my name down for all the episodes, but only got to one recording.

[@rowantalmage]

Pals, interview this person!

[@EvHervey]

"No, we just hosed him down and gave him a hat."

[@ondrejvasak1054]

I think Season 10 is one of the strongest seasons of the entire show. And it was a huge comeback at the time, after the flop of season 9, many of us thought Red Dwarf would never bounce back.

[@solidbronze]

Back to Earth wasn't a flop: it got the UK's highest-ever viewing figures for a scripted programme on a digital channel. Out of all digital television ever. It was a massive success.

[@ondrejvasak1054]

@@solidbronze Interesting. I was not aware of the reception in the UK at the time. It was definitely seen as flop in my circles.

[@Wilss]

@@solidbronze Not a flop in a viewing figures sense, but definitely a flop in a criticism sense.

[@adamcashin4021]

@@ondrejvasak1054 Your both right. It was a Flop in terms of quality but a massive success in terms of ratings. The quality of BtE is so bad that Dave skips the episodes on rerun and their streaming service doesn't even have it available. Personally I've literally only seen it three times and that's counting watching via this channel. I normally watch the rest of RD at least 3 times a year. But BtE was a massive ratings hit, something like 3.2 million, which on Dave is huge. The Red Dwarf Premier got something like 4.7 million on BB2 in 1988 and that was a huge success at the time for BBC2. Getting over three million on a minor digital channel 20 years later was amazing. What this showed Dave was that there was still a very large audience for Red Dwarf and commissioning a proper season with a proper budget would be profitable. Dave themselves had never wanted to do a Season 9/mini-series. They were actually just after a reunion show. Naylor convinced them he could make a 3 episode mini-series for the same price. The lack of budget obviously forced the story back to Earth, the old sets were long gone by this point so it pretty much had to be shot on location rather than in a studio in locations that actually existed, so in contemporary Earth and not in a redressed power station. So the budget pretty much dictated the plot and meant that the three episodes had to be a three part story. RD doesn't do multi-episode stories very well. Its awful, but its also understandable that the budget just wasn't there at the time to do it properly.

[@christopherwall2121]

I love any episode that gives Chris Barrie an excuse to make an extremely silly face, and this episode may just be the crowning example of that.

[@loxley75]

It’s like they finally realised that nothing needed changing or fixed and that what made Red Dwarf beloved was just it’s original formula of 4 silly lonely blokes marooned on a big ship!

[@KRPTV]

It's hard to believe this episode is over ten years old, I still consider it as one of the new episodes! Lister on the phone to that shopping channel was just brilliant!😄😄😄

[@Someguyhere111]

Shut up it only came out yesterday D':

[@BloodRedRook]

Now I feel old!

[@danielwhyatt3278]

Oh same here mate. I still regard this particular series (on top of S9) onwards as being among the new episodes, which truly is crazy considering how long ago it actually came out. Time really has just completely and utterly shot by it is both wonderful and absolutely heartbreaking. Thankfully though, it does show that the visual quality has totally held up. Visual quality for shows in Britain hasn’t really changed much since 2010 onwards, in all the right ways. It really shows how good things were back then. Sad that for some shows on the BBC and other channels however, the writing isn’t as good as it was back then. Visuals may have gotten a tiny bit better now for the budgets that are available, but the writing for most by equivalent hasn’t.

[@timaustin2000]

"No, we just hosed him down and gave him a hat" made me laugh out loud when this broadcast. I knew from that gag that the Smegheads were back.

[@duncmcrae]

it's like waking up from a long coma. welcome back real dwarf!

[@gestaltdude]

What makes Red Dwarf, or any comedy for that matter, great, is the ability of the writers to make each joke have more than one pay off.

[@captmurdock]

This was truly the return of Red Dwarf.

[@adamcashin4021]

Doug Naylor had to fight to get the studio audience back, it wasn't in the budget and as a consequence there is only one location shot in the entire series, everything else (other than the models) was filmed in the studio. The set designers did an amazing job at redressing what is essentially three sets and a corridor to give the illusion not just of the entire ship but also various locations. Unfortunately, whilst it was all in the studio, not all of it was shot in front of the audience. The schedule for the series was incredibly tight, Craig was still signed on with Coronation street and had been given a sabbatical to film series 10; arranging this delayed Craig from even being able to sign up for S10 and as Dave wouldn't go head without him, Naylor didn't start writing the episodes until this was arranged. Naylor had general storylines that he had planned and some dialogue from the aborted Red Dwarf movie that he had spent a decade pitching, but he didn't have any complete episodes. To make matters worse for him, the lack of budget and time for location shooting meant that several proposed story lines had to be shelved. This meant a couple of the episodes were only partially wrote in time for the studio audience, and they were then completed in pick up week; it does show once you know; but not as much as other examples. Despite this S10 was the renaissance of Red Dwarf. Not quite the standard of the Golden age (S3-6) but up there and better than it had been for nearly two decades.

[@dalewinship1158]

Series 10 onwards has series 1-6 vibes, not quite hitting the same heights but definitely back on track. Some brilliant episodes coming in the next few series.

[@ZondaFRoadster]

Now THIS is the Red Dwarf we know and love!

[@djco5782]

I do love how the Moose gag builds, with the three-part punchline of Lister dragging out his answer and milking it for all it's worth just to wind up Rimmer, then Kryten answering immediately without hesitation and with mild irritation, and Cat interrupting.

[@MrJ.Smith1234]

This has to be one of the best Red Dwarf openers and it's such a funny episode. I never really used to like series 10 but after a rewatch, it's one of the stronger seasons.

[@CanWeNotKnockIt]

Me too. I didn't like it when I first saw it but watched it again years later and liked it. Series 11 and 12 are as good as red dwarf at its peak imho.

[@Tonyblack261]

I really like the episode "Lemons" in this season.

[@williamcrowe2576]

The "controversial" episode where they meet...?

[@paulwalsh2344]

“Lemons” and “Fathers and Suns” are great eps in this series. But “Trojan”… to me… had the old Red Dwarf brilliance ! Back to like Series V energy !

[@flawedgenius]

Lemons is top tier dwarf

[@StillABigKid]

I saw this for the first time a day ago, because I walked after "back to earth" so Kryten with bags under his eyes was a surprise. But it's Red Dwarf, just go with it. It's like an old comic book when a new writer or artist takes over and changes things up.

[@theyearsshallrun6641]

I love Series X. The visual aesthetic of III-V with the character driven vibe of II. It’s sooooooo much better than a low budget revival of an old sitcom should be.

[@JustinWatson23]

The moose gag is one of my favourites of all time in Red Dwarf, along with the stirmaster. I think Series 10 starts strong, the last few eps IMO weren't as great but as usual here to see what you think because we all don't like the same things!.

[@JoeThornhill]

No, it was Fiji. You might be thinking of the song "I go the whole wide world" (just to find her) by Wreckless Eric. Will Ferrell sung and played it in 'Stranger than fiction'.

[@paulwalsh2344]

Like so many are saying… Series X is truly back to form in ways not seen since Series V IMO. And after “Trojan” there are still some bangers !

[@natmanprime4295]

i love the way paula loves kat! its proper sam and frodo energy

[@Meee-ye7sr]

(joking) Do you mean in the sense of... "I Can't Carry It For You... But I Can Carry You" (Samwise Gamgee)

[@natmanprime4295]

@@Meee-ye7sr yep

[@kant12]

This was much much better!

[@duncmcrae]

and THANK YOU for including full reaction to all parts of the moose gag. been looking forward to that for weeks.

[@geofftottenperthcoys9944]

I think in this series and the next Cat is on fire!

[@totalvoid6234]

Yeah, this is basically back to being peak Dwarf again. I'd not had any hope after 9 but it just came back so strong right out of the gate.

[@phantomsidious2934]

I highly recommend watching the documentary of the making of this season called "were smegged" as it's a fascinating look on how difficult it was for Doug Naylor to get this series made in front of the live studio audience again and getting the scripts and model effects done right. It was ..not easy...contains spoilers so finish this season first obviously before watching it

[@Will-nn6ux]

I thought of this when I had to brake sharply to avoid hitting a deer today.

[@greenisnotacreativecolour]

That's how it felt! Season ten was surprisingly great. It let me know Red Dwarf was in great hands.

[@Doop3r]

Congrats, you're in the RD renaissance.

[@OverworkedITGuy]

Because of this episode, moose memes have become just as popular as "What is it?" and toaster related postings in the Red Dwarf fan communities. I love Series X+ Has some of my favorite episodes of the whole franchise.

[@praiha]

Series 10 is so good, it's back to being almost as good as season 6.

[@anthonygibbs-gv7qp]

Great reactions gals glad ur loving red dwarf yes series 10 is back on top form glad u both still sticking with it you are now both officially dwarfers glad u loved the first episode of series 10 ur gunna love the next episode take care both of you stay safe keep getting dwarfed red dwarf fan forever Anthony gibbs from South west London England ❤

[@Trikeboy2]

When Howard gives his dying speech, a slowed down version of the Rimmer munchkin song from season 7 is playing.

[@absinthe4breakfast299]

and ..... they're back. l love series 10 it's a real return to form.

[@stumilesyt]

The relief was palpable for fans when this came out and we realised it was back to the classic formula at last. Great to see you had the same reaction, its part of the true Red Dwarf journey to endure the worse seasons just to experience this feeling of relief!

[@GamingTillLate]

If the moose joke was at anyone else's expense it wouldn't have worked so well, but playing on Rimmer's irritation was exceptional :) back to classic RD

[@hotflakestom]

Season 10 is when they get back into their groove! Excited to watch you girls go through them :)

[@MantisEnergy]

You said it all for us! The contrast between the two running jokes is perfect, we can all relax in the fact those days are truly behind us.

[@DavidSmith-cx8dg]

After so long , and the flung together Back to Earth it was so good to get back to Red Dwarf as it should be . Yes , they are older but our boys have still got it . Some great running jokes and the look of the show is right . I wasn't sure what to expect from a Dave budget but was really pleased with this series . So glad Kat & Paula have stuck with it and enjoyed the return .

[@DavidSmith-cx8dg]

It's Fiji , or Funchal if you are a cat .

[@listerofsmegv987pevinaek5]

Great video, ladies. What really stopped. Back to Earth, from being a great episode, was the audience. Their engagement with the cast is what really makes it special. When I saw the advert saying tickets were available for the recording sessions, I was over the moon. P.S drinking session coming up. Keep up the good work.

[@emaloney2211]

Trivia - Chris Barrie tried many times to lower his chair but he never got the speed right so in the end he just bent his knees and improvised the chair coming back up. He also wore a wig as his hair had reduced over the years but I think it looks really good. More than likely Danny John Jules was the only cast member to still fit in clothes he wore in the original series! Please react to the new series Smeg ups. It shows they never stopped having fun.

[@liamgradwell2998]

This shows us that a show like Red Dward, with great writers, can come bouncing back better than ever. Let’s smeggin’ Go! 😂❤

[@paulwalsh2344]

Oh Lister’s infuriated vexatious breakdown is one of my all-time favorite Lister moments ! SOOOO relatable ! LOL

[@polythenewrappedme6102]

Lovely to hear you laugh every second. Lovely to see your smiles reach from ear to ear. A joy to behold. You cannot appreciate the highs without the lows. The other series lulled you into a false sense of unhappiness. The boys are back ! It's a moose ! It's a moose !! It's a moose !!! Can I see the moose impression again with antlers. Oh please, I will do anything.

[@polythenewrappedme6102]

19:04 is the best part of the review. Paula with antlers. She is soooo cute !

[@SpartasEdge]

I must say, I'm really enjoying your Red Dwarf reactions.

[@The-Cosmic-Hobo]

I still feel the best of Dwarf was in the early 90's... But seeing the two of you enjoying this episode - I'll put on my rose coloured glasses.

[@SketchyMagpie]

How much of that is nostalgia for when you were young, though, do you think? I can’t possibly compare my enjoyment of the newer stuff to the 90s show because I haven’t watched them hundreds of times over a couple of decades and I’m not a teenager anymore. I think that, arguably, I would like these episodes JUST as much had they been made back then.

[@The-Cosmic-Hobo]

@@SketchyMagpie It's a good question... I had concerns when Doctor Who was revived - what if I don't like the revival... With Dwarf, I think it's a matter of - I still think of Dave as that young almost-aimless slob, who wakes up in deep space as the last human being. Seeing him now (ie Season Dave and onwards) just seems wrong because - he's an old man. I guess I'd like to think that he should have evolved more than he has - cos I'd like to think I've evolved from the person I once was... (Though, that's probably not very true...)

[@CyberNatasha]

Glad you gals are enjoying it, I love the moose gag from this episode, you think it wouldn't be funny when The Cat does it, but wow it really is! 😂 "The moose was on the road, by the way, not in the car driving! Oww!" Trojan was definitely a return to form, and I loved they played a slow version of the Rimmer song as Howard is saying his dying words.

[@SpartasEdge]

You should like this series, and the next series too, they're definitely back to Red Dwarf form, format and humour, and feels like the early Red Dwarf Series.

[@TychoCelchu]

When Kat said “ready” my brain interpreted as “Red D” for the show. If you get the opportunity, it’s worth checking out the Brittas Empire with Chris Barrie. Maybe not as part of the channel, with it not being sci-fi related.

[@TenebrousFilms]

It took this long to get back to anything resembling the golden years of III-V. It's a bittersweet sensation.

[@Wilss]

Why is series 2 always left out? It doesn't have a dud episode.

[@TenebrousFilms]

It was certainly an improvement, but it didn't have the budget they got when production moved to London.

[@EveryoneWhoUsesThisTV]

We sometimes call our reaction to eating sour stuff or ultra-cold ice-cream - Chris Barrie face...... :)

[@GrilloTheFlightless]

I remember when this series came out, it felt so much like RD of old. I was so happy!

[@whobp8]

I agree that six episodes per season is the sweet spot. I like the next couple of seasons a lot. I respect that they were trying some new things the past few series, some of them worked and some didn't, but we get back to the basics of the earlier seasons here and it works really well.

[@glennwhittaker197]

Hiya SPEGHEADS 😂😹🫵🏻🫵🏻👋🏻👋🏻 Well! As I had paid Amazon to watch series 9, I had to watch the behind the scenes episode last night & then I’ve paid for series 10, so just watched this first episode this evening. I didn’t realise that Holograms age with time 🤣 Kryten at the end was looking a bit wonky too? Great comedy throughout 🤣😹👍🏻👍🏻 Anyways, smoke me a kipper, I’ll be back in time for the next show 🐟 H 🤖👨🏾‍🦱😺🚀🛸 🇬🇧🫶🏻🇺🇸

[@DuncanEvans-t7q]

Welcome to the second coming of the Dwarf proper. The moose gag is probably 1 of the best bits ever in the whole series

[@UKJesterVids]

Wonderful set up, wonderful build up, wonderful conclusion. Just about a perfect joke

[@jamessinclair2898]

It was actually my intro to Red Dwarf. When I was 13 my English Teacher showed it in class. It'd have probably just come out then.

[@danielwhyatt3278]

Ooooh 100% this rolling joke here if just PERFECT. 😂

[@danielwhyatt3278]

⁠@@jamessinclair2898It’s crazy for me how long ago it came out now. I was a fan for quite a while before season 9 or 10 came out, so it feels really disturbing to me as well as sad and wonderful all at once that they came out such a long time ago now on top of that.

[@beauxguss6321]

@@paulonius42 I've said it for years. The moose joke is the best one off gag since Wilma Flintstone.

[@flawedgenius]

Back to proper Red Dwarf, the first since series 6!

[@theshadowdirector]

Having the live audience laughter to bounce off from is really underappreciated in comedy.

[@davidtaylor9593]

Its good to be back :-)

[@darrenrichardson6146]

If you Gal's enjoy Chris Barrie's performance in Red Dwarf you should watch The Brittas Empire, he's so funny in that show 😅 Pity the final episode was shite though 😥

[@Bananahammock681]

I liked the concept of Back to Earth, it being a squid follow up felt very Dwarfy. But this was a fantastic welcome back to the Dwarf, and I loved every episode that follows. The boys may age, but the humour they bring to me is timeless.

[@JamesAHirons_]

Season ten was a nice return to form. I'd parallel it with season 6. ❤

[@john.s.fmcneal6583]

Red dwarf back to how it should be . Great video ladies, even better to come.

[@Someguyhere111]

Noice, onto the new era! Episode 3 of this season is one of my favourite Red Dwarf eps as a whole :) I do dislike how they didn't bring back Kochanski though, and made Rimmer a hologram again (albeit hardlight). Feels like they were playing a little too safe, really trying to recapture the feel of "the old days". While I did think Season 8 wasted its potential by having the crew in the brig, I did love that they were experimenting by bringing the crew back to life, and it could've been a really cool way to expand the world-building. Either way though, they did do a great job with reviving the show, so can't complain too much.

[@tigrecito48]

7:59 something i know about this scene: apparently they tried loads of ways to make this scene work with chairs and such in the end they just got him to stand and bend his knees and pretend he was on a chair

[@johntaphouse5235]

some really great episodes in this season... one of my all time favs in this season....it has way too much rimmer in it... way way WAY to much rimmer, but its funny as heck and has some great practical effects in one episode

[@roberthereandthere4366]

You are gonna love this series

[@Madpup1uk]

I watched Back to Earth, back in the day and that was my last Red Dwarf episodes. I just watched Trojan a few weeks ago. Am just a few episodes ahead of you two. Also been watching you since the first Red Dwarf episode. I am currently watching your TNG reactions and a few TOS & Lower Decks episodes. Can't wait till Strange New Worlds reactions. Keep up the good work.

[@robalexander8065]

Welcome to series 10, Gals!! Arguably, the best series since the 7th. After the slog of series 9, it is just great to have something that really feels like vintage Red Dwarf again. The pace, acting, joke delivery are all so much better. Sparky and entertaining reaction btw! Looking forward to your next one!

[@frankie3041]

Yeah, it’s a great episode. Almost my favourite of the series!

[@frankie3041]

My favourite is “Dear Dave” because it feels it could’ve been a Series I or II episode. Absolutely love it. What a great callback.

[@TimeLordParadox]

In the original draft of the story the Trojan wasnt towed by Red Dwarf, it was in the Dwarf hold. There was a gag where Rimmer had to explain why he could only give Howard a tour of one side of the ship as it was the only side facing the stars.

[@edkramer4681]

It was a moose……stir master….. Great gags.

[@alexthehunted]

One day kat has to cosplay as cat with how much she wants his clothes

[@solitarymaninblack]

15:54 I was reminded of Samuel Jackson in Die Hard With A Vengeance.

[@spidercali1400]

Red Dwarf is back!!! Cool shirts

[@oj3774]

Series x was a bit of a renaissance for the series imo

[@markdavidson9100]

Nice that they’ve stepped away from starbug for some corridor and bunk room antics. The lower budget means they’re back to series 1 and 2, but I love it ❤

[@Wilss]

Bunk room antics are my favourite part of Red Dwarf, that's why the first 2 series are my favourite XD

[@me1735]

It's gonna be interesting to see how you two find the 'Dave' era of the show (incase you don't know 'Dave' is the name of a UK channel that is loosely associated with the BBC & primarily exists to show reruns of BBC comedy shows. Red Dwarf was their first attempt at making their own content, hence why BTE went SO meta and was asking for more episodes). People either love it or hate this era, I personally love it but admitly feels like it just missing something, not in a bad way though. Ohh regarding Krytons appearance I don't think they made him look older I think they just sadly didn't know how to do the makeup anymore. Wheather or not it was because of being out of practice, a different team or maybe just budget I don't know I just think that the Dave era of the show struggled to do Kryton's makeup properly. I think this series (for as much as I love it) is the worst he's ever looked and arguably even worse than series 2.

[@robalexander8065]

Now renamed U&Dave. Kryten's make up is very variable at this juncture.

[@williamcrowe2576]

I have the entire season on DVD. And if you think that revelation of Rimmer's brother was a shocker, just wait until the final episode.

[@dvdmike007]

Had not seen back to earth since it was on new, I watched again for your videos to prep and I agree with Kat, 1 is just bad. This season is miles better

[@TimeLordParadox]

Red Dwarf, back on form again. 👍

[@James-xb7qc]

Fiji was right :)

[@anicetune]

🎵🎶Gallifrey Gals, Gallifrey Gals Gallifrey... GALS! 😀🎶🎵

[@dandan1818]

great reaction to 1st ep of series 10 i had a feeling you would enjoy this one and glad you both enjoyed it :) for me they only get better I hope you enjoy as much :) thank you

[@RicoRaynn]

The moose joke hit me and the wife so hard I actually got her one of those oversized teddy bears for valentines day. On the feet is stitched, "Baby, its a moose". Pretty sure whoever did the stitching probably thought we were insane.

[@uk_paul_6261]

Awww kats so precious

[@PassiveSmoking]

Lister and Rimmer seem a lot more friendly to each other in this season, and honestly I quite like that! I mean you spend enough time with someone that's bound to happen.

[@SketchyMagpie]

I know a lot of people didn’t bother with new RD after BtE. I wonder if anyone watching these reactions are seeing it for the first time?!

[@radicaladz]

The moose running gag is the reason I've been following you guys, waiting to see how you react. I was not disappointed.

[@radicaladz]

Okay, technically it's not the only reason - mostly it's because you two are adorable and you watch a lot of stuff I also like, but the moment I knew you were doing Red Dwarf I was like "it's only a matter of time". 🤣

[@ghostdoomkilla]

the next ep is my favourite of s10

[@choomah]

Someone edited a "Redux" version of these later series. They mixed cut scene and different takes to give the most "authentic" classic RD feeling. I'd say it's well worth checking out, you probably wouldn't notice most edits first time round but there's a few takes of Kryten in particular that I think are better than the official episodes.

[@bletheringfool]

This is the renaissance period it is thoroughly enjoyable. For the record I enjoyed Back To Earth as well

[@VonBlade]

I'm so glad you survived to make it out the other side. Altogether 🎶 It's cold outside...

[@thepartworkscomicsreader9488]

Red Dwarf Figi. Agents of SHIELD Tahiti.

[@paulwalsh2344]

Fuchal

[@MichaelJohnson-kq7qg]

Even 'bad' Red Dwarf is good. That's one of the problems with a show like this - it started out strong (for a lot of people, season one is still arguably the best season) and it has a golden age around season 5 or 6 where it had become popular in the mainstream, too. It's a show that's been around long enough it constantly has to fight against the nostalgia inertia of it's entire previous history every time a new episode airs.

[@beauxguss6321]

I've been teasing the Moose joke in the comments since S8. By your reactions, it's clear that it didn't disappoint.

[@PHDarren]

IIRC Kryten looks different because it's an easier to apply mask and suit so Robert doesn't have to endure hours in makeup any more.

[@monkfan72]

Series 10😂

[@Xenotric]

Danny JJ doesnt age I swear >

[@SUK2293]

You Guys !