CALLING ALL FORCES: THE VINTAGE BBC VARIETY SHOW
By Bob Monkhouse
Synopsis
Broadcasting on the BBC Light Programme from December 1950 until July 1952, 'Calling All Forces' was the biggest show of its day, attracting the biggest names of the time. Written by a young Bob Monkhouse and Denis Goodwin, it became a showcase for aspiring young comedians including: Peter Sellers, Tony Hancock, Jimmy Edwards, Cyril Fletcher, Benny Hill, Kenneth Horne, Bill Kerr and Bob Monkhouse himself. Brilliantly hosted by comedian Ted Ray, the show features a mix of stand up comedy, music and sketches guest-starring well-known TV and film actors of the day. Please note: due to the age of these recordings, the sound quality may vary.The humour in this programme reflects the era in which it was broadcast and may not reflect current attitudes.
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| Narrator | Tony Hancock |
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| Length | 16hrs 30mins |
| Catalogue No. | 16564 |
| Publisher | BBC Digital Audio; 2022 |