Class Comedy Collection
A collection of clips from the BBC Comedy archive focussing on the British class divide.
Lauren In Detention—The Catherine Tate Show, Series 2, Episode 5
While Lauren is stuck in detention she asks her teacher why she "speaks funny".
Middle Class Is Magical Song—Mongrels, Series 1, Episode 7
Nelson sings about the wonders of being Middle Class.
The Break-In—Bottom, Series 2, Burglary
Richie and Eddie discover there may be a burglar in their flat.
Baldrick's Revolution—Blackadder, Blackadder Goes Forth, Plan C - Major Star
The October Revolution in Moscow results in a speech from Baldrick.
The Honourable Arthur Wilson—Dad's Army, Series 6, The Honourable Man
Captain Mainwaring is annoyed when Sgt Wilson's social status is elevated.
The RAF Pilots Listen to Churchill—The Armstrong and Miller Show, Series 1, Episode 3
The RAF Fighter pilots hear a speech from Winston Churchill over the wireless.
Dancing with Mr Darcy—That Mitchell and Webb Look, Series 3, Episode 3
Mr Darcy demonstrates his freestyle disco prowess to Miss Bennett.
Del Goes Shooting—Only Fools and Horses, A Royal Flush
Del's antics embarrass Rodney in front of his aristocratic girlfriend.
Lady of the House Speaking—Keeping Up Appearances, Series 2, Singing for Emmet
Hyacinth defends her social standing over the phone when she receives a wrong number.
University Challenge—The Young Ones, Series 2, Bambi
The reprobates from Scumbag College are up against Footlights College on a TV quiz show.
The Garnetts Argue—Till Death Us Do Part, Series 2, Peace and Goodwill
The Garnetts gather round the dinner table where Alf and his Son-in-law argue about politics.
Women Know Your Limits—Harry Enfield and Chums, Series 2, Episode 1
A public information film from Harry Enfield and Chums - Women Know Your Limits!
The Class Sketch—The Frost Report Is Back!
The famous 'class sketch' from 1960s satirical comedy series The Frost Report.
Lister's Secret—Red Dwarf, IV, D.N.A.
Lister tells Kryten a shameful secret about his past.
Ted and Ralph—The Fast Show, Series 1, Episode 1
Ted and Ralph share an awkward moment together.
Royal Engagement Facebook Fail—Spout
Step away from the keyboard Ma'am.
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Basil and Lord Melbury—Fawlty Towers, Series 1, A Touch of Class
Basil struggles to improve the class of his hotel's clientele.
