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All the Christmas specials from the comedy sketch show that, in its heyday, was as much a British institution as roast beef and Yorkshire pudding.
Double act Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker, aka 'The Two Ronnies', perform their trademark sketches, 'drama serials', musical routines and rambling monologues before finally signing off with their famous catchphrase, 'It's goodnight from me', 'And it's goodnight from him'.
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United Kingdom released, PAL/Region 2.4 DVD: LANGUAGES: English ( Dolby Digital 2.0 ), English ( Subtitles ), SPECIAL FEATURES: 2-DVD Set, Interactive Menu, Scene Access, SYNOPSIS: Featuring the full Two Ronnies Christmas Specials from 1982, 1984 and 1987 as well as the 1973 Old Fashioned Christmas Mystery and their appearance in the 1972 Christmas Night with the Stars. Throughout the 1970s and 1980s, Ronnie Barker and Ronnie Corbett's magnificent partnership became a cherished British institution. Their Christmas Specials were particularly eagerly awaited and, for many, they were the highlight of the festive television schedules. The Christmas Specials featured extra special guests - such as Elton John, David Essex and Elaine Paige - and great Christmas fun, as well as the regular Two Ronnies fare of the opening and closing news headlines, party, allotment and pub sketches and Ronnie Corbett's shaggy dog monologues. SCREENED/AWARDED AT: BAFTA Awards, ...The Two Ronnies - The Christmas Specials - 2-DVD Set ( The 2 Ronnies - The Christmas Specials )
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56 of 58 people found the following review helpful
By R Lough
Format:DVD
This DVD release contains the 1982, 1984 and 1987 Christmas specials of The Two Ronnies which were practically a British institution.
The disc also conatins specials suvh as the 1972 edition of Christmas With The Stars and the Old Fashioned Christmas Mystery. As a bonus, there is also a documentery featuring interviews with Ronnie Corbett and others who helped make the show what it was.
My personal favourite sketch comes from the 1987 Christmas special - it is Pinocchio II: Killer Doll and is one of the darkest sketches that The Two Ronnies ever did.
If you are a fan of old-fashioned Christmas Entertainment and specifically The Two Ronnies, then you sjould not hesitate in buying this great DVD release.
The disc also conatins specials suvh as the 1972 edition of Christmas With The Stars and the Old Fashioned Christmas Mystery. As a bonus, there is also a documentery featuring interviews with Ronnie Corbett and others who helped make the show what it was.
My personal favourite sketch comes from the 1987 Christmas special - it is Pinocchio II: Killer Doll and is one of the darkest sketches that The Two Ronnies ever did.
If you are a fan of old-fashioned Christmas Entertainment and specifically The Two Ronnies, then you sjould not hesitate in buying this great DVD release.
18 of 21 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
The Two Ronnies was much-watch TV when I was growing up. Although not laugh-out-loud funny, they were very entertaining. Comedy from a different era but it stands the test of time. Highlight for me was the Old Fashioned Christmas Mystery.
I really enjoyed these DVDs although I was disappointed with Christmas Night With The Stars. Not because of anything that was on it, more what was missing. In the opening credits The Goodies, Dad's Army, The Liver Birds and Mike Yarwood were due to appear. Unfortunately the BBC cut these from the DVD but kept Lulu and Cilla Black in! A missed opportunity, especially as anyone buying this DVD would have an interest in 70's comedy.
Not sure if all their Christmas specials are on this DVD - they must surely have done more? They did do more programmes broadcast on Christmas Day but I don't know if they were Christmas themed.
All in all, well worth the cash!
I really enjoyed these DVDs although I was disappointed with Christmas Night With The Stars. Not because of anything that was on it, more what was missing. In the opening credits The Goodies, Dad's Army, The Liver Birds and Mike Yarwood were due to appear. Unfortunately the BBC cut these from the DVD but kept Lulu and Cilla Black in! A missed opportunity, especially as anyone buying this DVD would have an interest in 70's comedy.
Not sure if all their Christmas specials are on this DVD - they must surely have done more? They did do more programmes broadcast on Christmas Day but I don't know if they were Christmas themed.
All in all, well worth the cash!
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By Paul2002
Format:DVD
My favourite of these was the 1982 special, with the 1973 'Old-Fashioned Christmas' being an interesting oddity- it doesn't quite work, but I'm pleased that it was tried; for certain, nothing like it would be attempted by today's TV industry. Of course, The Two Ronnies did many more shows at Christmas than are included in this set, but these are the one-off specials- the other Christmas shows were recorded as part of series, which are/will be available separately.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
3.0 out of 5 stars
Xmas present
This was purchased as a Christmas present for a family member. I know she liked the Two Ronnies so as far as I was concerned this was a winner.
Published 2 months ago by Gillian Mackie
4.0 out of 5 stars
The Two Ronnies Christmas specials.
The Two Ronnies Christmas specials.
Enjoyed seeing the 2 together again. I enjoy the clever script writing. Particularly that be Ronnie Barker. Very clever.
Enjoyed seeing the 2 together again. I enjoy the clever script writing. Particularly that be Ronnie Barker. Very clever.
Published 3 months ago by JACKIET
5.0 out of 5 stars
timeless comedy
great to still be able to acquire these two great comedians on dvd. they are timeless and very entertaining and good collection of sketches on the dvd.
Published 3 months ago by sue twist
5.0 out of 5 stars
Everything you expect - with added tinsel.
No real surprises here for ardent Two Ronnies fans except that some of the finale sets demonstrate where every penny was spent and to good effect. Read more
Published 4 months ago by D. Hough
5.0 out of 5 stars
comedy classic
given as a gift for a xmas
a taste of real british humour
to cheer expats abroad
much loved and watched
a taste of real british humour
to cheer expats abroad
much loved and watched
Published 4 months ago by chrissy knapp
3.0 out of 5 stars
Laughs
Enjoyed this DVD and good to have a laugh, have always enjoyed the two Ronnies, it was good but have seen better.
Published 4 months ago by daro
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Special One
This DVD of the 2 Ronnies I enjoyed So much & watched it again. They don't make them like that anymore.
I will treasure this for years.
I will treasure this for years.
Published 4 months ago by Deryck W. Dobbs
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great gift
Great present for an elder member of the family, came over 1 week from ordering but in time for when needed.
Published 4 months ago by Big Mama
5.0 out of 5 stars
Lots of Christmas fun
Bought for my parents-in-law this Christmas who thoroughly enjoyed watching the well loved sketches again. Can't really go wrong with the Two Ronnies.
Published 16 months ago by M. Jones
4.0 out of 5 stars
enjoyed it
Bought this for my husband. He was laughing while watching it so he must have been enjoing it.Pleased with my purchased
Published 16 months ago by June Bug
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